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It is unlawful to have a bathtub inside the house.

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Added: 2026/3/18

The Law

In the mid-19th century, indoor plumbing was considered unsanitary, and many doctors erroneously believed bathing indoors spread disease. Virginia reportedly had an early law prohibiting bathtubs inside homes to enforce public health standards. Fortunately, medical science advanced, and indoor bathing is no longer considered a criminal threat to public safety.

Source & Citation

Code/Statute: Code of Virginia § 32.1-42 (Historical)
Health and Sanitation

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