13 Of The Most Off-the-Wall Punishments Judges Have Handed Out

It's no secret that the justice system is a complex and often unpredictable beast. From the most serious of crimes to the most minor of misdemeanors, the courts are tasked with making sure that justice is served. But sometimes, the punishments don't quite fit the crime. 

From the bizarre to the downright outrageous, here is a list of 13 of the strangest court sentences ever handed down. Some are funny, some are eye-opening, and some are downright outrageous. But one thing's for sure: you won't be able to look away. 

From a YouTuber who had to read out his sentence on camera to a man who was made to stand next to a pig with a sign saying "This is not a police officer" to a landlord who was stuck in one of his own run-down properties, these sentences will make you think twice about the justice system. So, without further ado, let's take a look at 13 of the strangest court sentences ever handed down.

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