Strange legal precedents are unusual court decisions that set unexpected standards for future cases. These rulings can arise from unique circumstances, leading to outcomes that may seem illogical or surprising. For example, the case of Katz v. United States established that individuals have a reasonable expectation of privacy in public phone booths, which was a novel interpretation of privacy rights. Another notable example is the Case of the Dancing Baby, where a court ruled that a viral video could be considered fair use, impacting how copyright laws apply to digital content. Such precedents can influence legal interpretations in unexpected ways, shaping future rulings.