{"id":10327,"date":"2013-07-03T12:00:42","date_gmt":"2013-07-03T18:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/signs-blog.signs.com\/?p=10327"},"modified":"2026-06-10T19:36:49","modified_gmt":"2026-06-11T01:36:49","slug":"how-to-get-rid-of-door-to-door-salespeople-once-and-for-all","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/signs-blog.signs.com\/blog\/how-to-get-rid-of-door-to-door-salespeople-once-and-for-all\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get Rid of Door to Door Salespeople Once and For All!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Do you need a new alarm system? Pest control? Books, cleaning products, a new vacuum cleaner? If you live in the suburbs, odds are good that you won\u2019t even need to leave your house to have the opportunity to purchase a wide array of goods and services: Summer is the season of door-to-door salespeople.<\/p>

Some people must be excited to see these folks. After all, companies are still sending out hundreds of sales reps (often college kids on break) into neighborhoods all over the country to make appointments for services or sell products, so the practice must be effective. Many people, however, dread the ring of the doorbell on a weekday afternoon. How do you get rid of the door-to-door salesman, once and for all? We have an idea.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nWhat is the best way to keep solicitors away?\n<\/h2>
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Unquestionably, the best way to (legally) keep solicitors from knocking on your door is to display \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d signs. Think we\u2019re biased because we\u2019re a sign company? The Supreme Court of the United States has repeatedly ruled that while many local laws that restrict solicitation are unconstitutional, privately posted signs are a legitimate way to tell salespeople to leave you alone. In the words of one Supreme Court opinion,\u00a0\u201cThe Court has traditionally respected the right of a householder to bar,\u00a0by order or notice<\/b>, solicitors, hawkers, and peddlers from his property.\u201d\u00a0<\/i>Put differently, by posting a sign that states that you do not want to receive solicitors, you are effectively telling anyone attempting to solicit that they are not welcome on your property. In almost any part of the United States, those who remain on your property against your express instructions are breaking the law.<\/p>

Takeaway: Putting up a \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d sign is the best action that you can personally take to protect your privacy. Still not convinced? Here\u2019s why other attempts to stop salespeople aren\u2019t as effective as a tried and true \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d sign.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n \n\t\n\n\n\n\"no\n\n<\/a>

\nConstitutional Protection for Door-to-Door Salespeople\n<\/h2>
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Why aren\u2019t there laws that ban door-to-door soliciting altogether? We\u2019re glad you asked. The first thing you need to know is that the door-to-door salespeople canvassing your neighborhood have a constitutional right to be there.<\/p>

The First Amendment to the United States Constitution states:<\/p>

\u201cCongress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.\u201d<\/em><\/p>

In 1976, the U.S. Supreme Court stated that speech that, \u201cdoes no more than propose a commercial transaction\u201d is protected by the First Amendment (Virginia State Board of Pharmacy v. Virginia Citizens Consumer Council<\/i><\/a>).<\/i>\u00a0Since that case, the Supreme Court has upheld free speech for commercial purposes. So, the door-to-door salesperson on your front porch is protected by the First Amendment, though there are some legal restrictions that can be placed on his or her activities.<\/p>

Court rulings related to door-to-door soliciting typically deal with the delicate balance between the solicitor\u2019s right to free speech and the homeowner\u2019s right to privacy on their private property. Most cases arise when a city passes a local ordinance that restricts the activities of solicitors in some way and an organization affected by the law sues the city for violating its First Amendment rights. In the paragraphs below, we discuss some of the most important cases about solicitation and why they are important. After that, we provide a detailed breakdown of \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d laws adopted by major cities in all 50 states. Before we get started, though, we need to note a brief disclaimer:\u00a0we are not attorneys<\/strong>\u00a0and the information that we provide\u00a0should not<\/strong>\u00a0be read or interpreted as expert legal advice. Although we hope that this post will be a valuable resource, readers should consult their local statutes as they make signage decisions.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nLocal Ordinances Regarding Door-to-Door Sales\n<\/h2>
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Ordinances regarding door-to-door solicitation are typically passed and enforced by municipalities, and vary widely from place to place. Some examples of typical anti-solicitation ordinances include registration and permit requirements, hour restrictions, \u201cdo not knock\u201d lists, commercial solicitation bans, and, in rare cases, laws that forbid solicitation altogether. The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled on numerous cases involving door-to-door sales, and has deemed that many ordinances are unconstitutional. Here are a few examples:<\/p>

Permit and Registration Requirements<\/b><\/p>

Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of New York Inc. v. Village of Stratton, Ohio<\/i><\/a><\/i><\/b><\/p>

When the city of Stratton, Ohio passed an ordinance that required \u201ccanvassers\u201d to register with the city and obtain a permit in order to go door-to-door, a group of Jehovah\u2019s Witnesses filed a lawsuit that ultimately landed in the Supreme Court. The Stratton law allowed residents to complete a \u201cNo Solicitation registration form\u201d in which they selected the groups that they were willing to receive, if any. The Jehovah\u2019s Witnesses argued that the law trampled on their First Amendment rights to free speech and freedom of religion. The Supreme Court sided with the Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, ruling 8-1 that the ordinance violated the rights guaranteed by the First Amendment. Thus, requiring\u00a0canvassers<\/em>\u00a0to register and obtain a permit to go door-to-door was deemed unconstitutional.<\/p>

Time Restrictions<\/b><\/p>

Many municipal solicitation ordinances include a time frame during which door-to-door salespeople may operate. These rules are usually intended to preserve both citizen privacy and safety (since criminals sometimes pose as door-to-door salespeople in order to \u201ccase\u201d potential targets, scam customers, or force their way into homes). In the end, however, the Supreme Court and other appellate courts generally consider these time restraints to be unconstitutional.<\/p>

City of Watseka v. Illinois Public Action Council<\/i><\/a><\/i><\/b><\/p>

In 1987, the U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit, ruled that a Watseka, Illinois ordinance that limited door-to-door solicitation to the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, was in violation of the First Amendment. The city had created the ordinance because citizens had complained that door-to-door salespeople were interrupting their dinners and generally being an annoyance. The city was also concerned that the salespeople might contribute to crime in Watseka and thatlcrimes were more likely to be committed after 5:00 p.m.<\/p>

The Court of Appeals found that the ordinance, \u201cimpermissibly infringed upon the First Amendment rights\u201d of the defendant. The Court pointed out that under Watseka\u2019s current laws, \u201cEven Girl Scouts will have a difficult time selling their cookies by 5:00 p.m.\u201d While the\u00a0Watseka<\/i>\u00a0case didn\u2019t involve Girl Scouts, the Court reasoned that some citizens might welcome the opportunity to speak with salespeople, and would be in need of the services or products offered. This is a good point\u2014after all, who wants to miss out on an opportunity for some Thin Mints?<\/p>

The Court of Appeals also noted that there were other ways in which the city could protect its citizens\u2019 rights to privacy and keep crime in check:<\/p>

\u201cWatseka residents wishing to avoid door-to-door solicitation all together may do so\u00a0by posting a \u201cno solicitation\u201d or \u201cno trespassing\u201d sign<\/b>\u00a0at their door or at the entrance to their property.\u201d<\/i><\/p>

In other words, while city time restrictions may be unconstitutional, signs are an effective and acceptable way to prevent solicitors from ringing your doorbell.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n \n\t\n\n\n\n\"No\n\n<\/a>

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Ohio Citizen Action v. City of Englewood<\/i><\/a><\/i><\/b><\/p>

In another case which pitted the right to solicit against homeowner privacy, solicitors came out on top once again. The City of Englewood, Ohio implemented\u00a0an ordinance<\/a>\u00a0that, among other things, prohibited solicitors from going door-to-door after 6 p.m. In a legal battle that lasted almost seven years, the U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit found that the city\u2019s registration and time restriction requirements were both unconstitutional because they infringed on free speech.<\/p>

While solicitor time restrictions were overturned in both of these cases, Circuit Courts around the U.S. have repeatedly allowed restrictions on the \u201ctime, place, and manner\u201d of the solicitation, provided that the restrictions are reasonable and narrowly tailored. Because the ordinances for Watseka and Englewood both imposed stringent time limitations, the ordinances were overturned on the grounds that they were overly broad. Cities that want to regulate soliciting would do well to remember\u2014the narrower the ordinance, the more likely it will be upheld in Court.<\/p>

Solicitation Bans<\/b><\/p>

Project 80\u2019s v. City of Pocatello<\/i><\/a><\/i><\/b><\/p>

The city of Pocatello had a novel approach to door-to-door sales: ban them altogether. The U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit ruled that the Pocatello was clearly unconstitutional because it disregarded the First Amendment rights of commercial salespeople. The Court noted that less restrictive regulations could still preserve citizen privacy. The majority opinion states:<\/p>

\u201cPrivacy is easily served by prohibiting solicitation at households that have\u00a0posted a sign<\/b>. . .By rejecting such reasonable alternatives in favor of a total prohibition on uninvited solicitation, these ordinances violate the First Amendment commercial speech rights of Project 80\u2019s.\u201d<\/i><\/p>

The Court\u2019s ruling suggests that blanket bans on solicitation are simply not constitutional. Privacy can, however, be protected by other means like signage.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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\nThe Bottom Line\n<\/h3>
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Based on the rulings above, your chances for enjoying a quiet evening, free of uninvited visitors are looking rather slim. Rest assured, all is not lost. If you really don\u2019t want annoying door-to-door salespeople bothering you, you do have one course of action: Post a \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d sign and let the law or ordinance work for you. Though a salesman may have the right to be in your neighborhood, he doesn\u2019t have the right to knock on your door if you have a sign posted stating that he\u2019s not welcome to infringe on your privacy.<\/p>

The reason that Courts have repeatedly ruled that anti-solicitation ordinances violate the First Amendment is because most of these laws take the decision of whether or not to listen to a solicitor out of the hands of the individual citizen. On the flip side, the Courts have repeatedly reasoned that \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d signs strike an appropriate balance between the homeowner\u2019s right to privacy and the solicitor\u2019s right to freedom of speech.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

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So,\u00a0do \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d signs really work?<\/b>\u00a0Are they legally enforceable?\u00a0In a word, Yes.<\/b>\u00a0Statements from several Supreme and Circuit Court opinions confirm that signs are an effective, legal solution to your solicitor problems. As the Supreme Court stated in\u00a0Watchtower,\u00a0<\/i>homeowners\u2019 ability\u201cto post \u2018No Solicitation\u2019 signs, coupled with their unquestioned right to refuse to engage in conversation with unwelcome visitors, provides ample protection for unwilling listeners.\u201d By using a sign, you can effectively express your desire to not be disturbed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n \n\t\n\n\n\n\"No\n\n<\/a>

\nCommon Questions about \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d Signs\n<\/h2>
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\nDo \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d signs apply to religious groups?\n<\/p>

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It depends on where you live. As you will see in our breakdown of \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d laws in major U.S. cities, most local laws proscribe penalties for solicitors who ignore signs that prohibit solicitation. That said, many local laws have exemptions for political, charitable, and religious groups who are not attempting to sell a product or service. On the other hand, many ordinances specifically state that even religious canvassers must respect \u201cno solicitation\u201d signs.<\/p>

Occasionally, people become frustrated because religious groups seem to repeatedly ignore their \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d sign. Why do they do it? The confusion can probably be traced to how the word \u201csolicitor\u201d is defined. Religious representatives may ignore your sign because the word \u201csoliciting\u201d is usually associated with commercial sales of some sort. In fact, some local laws explicitly define \u201csolicitor\u201d as a person who is attempting to sell something (in the traditional sense of the word \u201csell.\u201d) If you continue to receive calls from proselytizing organizations against your wishes, you have two options: either create a custom sign that specifically states the types of inquiries you will not accept, or politely ask the canvassers to depart. Once you decline to receive\u00a0anyone\u00a0<\/i>that arrives on your property, they are legally required to leave.<\/p>

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\nWhat are some tips for making my \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d sign effective?\n<\/p>

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Do salespeople sometimes ignore signs? Unfortunately, yes. There are, however, a few things that you can do to maximize the effectiveness of your sign in deterring unwelcome visitors. One idea is to post your \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d sign at the entrance to your property. If you have a fenced front yard, you could post the sign on your gate. Otherwise, you might use a wood stake to put your sign in the ground. By doing so, you can drive home the point that you would really rather not be bothered. Solicitors may be less likely to expend the effort to walk to your front door if they know that they will probably be rejected.<\/p>

Another strategy to discourage solicitors from ignoring your \u201cNo Soliciting sign\u201d is to create a custom sign that references your local statute. By including a reference to your municipal ordinances, you back yourself up with the authority of the law, giving your sign instant credibility.<\/p>

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\nWhat if my city doesn\u2019t have laws that forbid solicitation at homes with \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d signs?\n<\/p>

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Even if your city doesn\u2019t have a law that specifically addresses \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d signs, chances are that your sign will still work. When you put up a sign, you are essentially stating that solicitors are not invited on your property in writing. Those who disobey your express instructions to leave the property might be guilty of trespass (depending on how your local laws are construed).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

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\nCan I use a \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d sign at my business?\n<\/p>

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For the most part, yes. While some local ordinances discuss \u201cNo Solicitor\u201d signs solely in terms of their application to private homes, many also state that solicitors are not allowed to approach businesses that display signage. It is, however, somewhat of a common practice among salespeople to ignore signs.<\/p>

To emphasize the point that you don\u2019t want solicitors, consider creating a custom \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d sign that includes your company logo. Why? To emphasize to cold-callers that you enforce your policy of refusing uninvited sales calls and that your sign isn\u2019t a mere formality or something slapped on the door by a previous lessee or the door manufacturer. Even Jeffrey Gitomer, who once wished \u201cthat [he] had a dollar for every \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d sign [he\u2019s] ignored\u201d gives the following word of caution to his fellow salespeople:<\/p>

\u201cIf you see a\u00a0No Soliciting<\/i>\u00a0sign that is customized or handcrafted, they probably mean it, especially if the word\u00a0absolutely\u00a0<\/i>is on it.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

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So, even though your everyday sign might not always work, making a custom \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d sign can help ensure that you can keep running your business without interruption.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

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If you do post signs, make sure that your employees know that they are free to express themselves at any time that they are not on the clock at work, in accordance with their First Amendment rights to free speech. If your employees misinterpret your sign to mean that their speech is restricted, you could land yourself a visit from the National Labor Relations Board.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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\nCan a Homeowner\u2019s Association ban all salespeople with \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d signs at the entrances to the community?\n<\/p>

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While municipal ordinances vary widely, most local laws allow salespeople to ignore \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d signs at the entrance to a community. By doing so, cities leave the decision of whether to listen to a solicitor up to individual households. Any family can still post a \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d sign and expect to have their requests heeded by solicitors.<\/p>

There are, of course, exceptions to the typical case. For example, if your entire community can be accessed only by private roads (as is often the case in gated communities), solicitors cannot enter if there are signs at the entrance. Local laws may also specifically restrict access to communities that have signs posted at community access points.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n \n\t\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>

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\nAre there protections for consumers who buy from door-to-door salespeople?\n<\/p>

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As we stated previously, the door-to-door salesperson in your neighborhood has every right to be there. And she has every right to knock on your door to see if you want to buy her stuff (unless you personally post a sign). The fact that door-to-door salespeople have the right to canvass your neighborhood isn\u2019t all bad\u2014some people like the opportunity to see the goodies that companies offer. Even\u00a0you\u00a0<\/i>might want to buy her stuff\u2026 especially if she\u2019s selling cookies.<\/p>

In the event that something goes awry, however, there are laws in place to protect consumers from faulty products, fraudulent offers, and soliciting scams. Here are a few of the most common protections for those who buy products on their doorstep:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

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\n1. Solicitor Bonds\n<\/p>

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In an attempt to protect \u00a0citizens against faulty products, many cities require solicitors working within their boundaries to post a solicitation bond before they can go from house to house. The idea behind the solicitation bond is that if a product is faulty or part of some type of scam, any victimized consumer can claim a portion of the money to reimburse the losses that they experience because they bought the product. Check your local ordinances to see if your city has a law that requires solicitors to put up a bond before they can work. If they do, you can verify whether the salesperson at your door has paid the bond before you purchase from them.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

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\n2. \u201cCooling Off\u201d Period\n<\/p>

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The Federal Trade Commission has established a \u201ccooling-off\u201d rule (16 CFR 429.1<\/a>) in order to protect consumers from high-pressure sales tactics. This rule gives anyone who buys a product that costs\u00a0at least<\/i>\u00a025 dollars from a door-to-door salesperson 3 days to cancel their purchase. The salesperson must provide buyers with a receipt with the following notice:<\/p>

\u201cYou, the buyer, may cancel this transaction at any time prior to midnight of the third business day after the date of this transaction. See the attached notice of cancellation form for an explanation of this right.\u201d<\/em><\/p>

The seller must also give the consumer a cancellation notice (found in the law above) at the time of the sale. Many cities have adopted \u201ccooling off\u201d rules in their municipal codes, which may provide consumers with even more protection than the federal regulation. If you are trying to return a product that you bought from a travelling salesperson, you may want to consult your local statutes for a similar law.\u00a0 See the Federal Trade Commission\u2019s\u00a0article on the cooling off period<\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

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\nAre there Legal Guidelines for Municipal Restrictions on Door-to-Door Sales?\n<\/p>

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In 1983, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled (Perry Education Association v. Perry Local Educators\u2019 Association<\/i>) that restrictions on the time, place and manner of expression of any kind (including commercial speech like door-to-door sales) must meet the following criteria to be constitutional:<\/p>

1. Be content-neutral.<\/p>

2. Serve a legitimate governmental objective.<\/p>

3. Leave open ample alternative channels of communication.<\/p>

4. Be narrowly tailored to serve the governmental objective.<\/p>

To be content neutral, the law in question should not target or favor a certain group. For example, laws that are designed to limit the activities of a particular religious group would\u00a0not<\/em>\u00a0be considered content neutral. The term, \u201cgovernmental objectives\u201d sounds ominous, but basically it\u2019s just referring to the government\u2019s interest in protecting its citizens from crime and also protecting citizens\u2019 rights to privacy. The phrase \u201cnarrowly tailored\u201d essentially means that the law must proscribe the least restrictive means to accomplish the government objective. In general, the best advice for municipalities that wish to pass an ordinance that restricts solicitation is to make the law as narrow as possible in order to avoid a lawsuit.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

\nHow to Get Rid of Salespeople \u2013 No Soliciting Sign Laws\n<\/h2>
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Local ordinances often address \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d signs. Many ordinances will specifically state that solicitors must not attempt to contact any residence where there is a \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d sign. For instance, in West Jordan, Utah, the ordinance regarding residential solicitation says that door-to-door salespeople must a) check for \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d signs b) If a sign is present, the salesperson must forego all efforts to solicit and c) leave immediately. The city of West Jordan also states that it\u2019s a crime to violate a \u201cNo Solicitation\u201d notice by ringing the doorbell, knocking on the door or otherwise contacting anyone on the property. Many cities also have laws that require solicitors to obtain a permit or license and establish hour restrictions for those going door-to-door. Although ordinances in some locations have been ruled unconstitutional (see above) most local laws at least somewhat different than those that were overturned.<\/p>

As we have emphasized repeatedly in this post, if you want to get rid of door-to-door salespeople for good, your best bet is to put up a \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d sign. Will some solicitors ignore your sign? Perhaps, but if they do, your knowledge of your local laws will help you turn away unwanted visitors and maybe even report them to local authorities.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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To get your sign, click on one of the customizeable \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d templates (the pictures throughout this post) to make a sign that fits your needs. You can browse a variety of \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d signs by clicking here. If you can\u2019t find something you like,\u00a0start from scratch<\/a>\u00a0to create a sign that is uniquely yours. If you need help at any point in the design process, be sure to take advantage of our\u00a0free<\/b>\u00a0design services<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\n\u201cNo Soliciting\u201d Sign Laws in Major U.S. Cities\n<\/h2>
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As a resource for you, we have created detailed descriptions of \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d laws for many different locations in the United States. Because \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d laws are typically created and enforced at the local level, we outline the ordinances in major cities within each state. To see if we have summarized the laws in your city or town, click on your state in the map below. Even if your city isn\u2019t listed, chances are you will find useful resources that give you an idea of the laws that might be present in your area. Remember, you can start creating a custom \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d sign by clicking on any of the graphics in the post.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n \n\t\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>

\nAlabama\n<\/h2>
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Local ordinances in\u00a0Montgomery<\/b>, Alabama state that solicitors and canvassers may not contact any residence or business displaying a sign that states \u201c \u201c or something similar.\u00a0 Montgomery regulations also impose a time limit on solicitation\u2014those going door-to-door must limit their activities to the hours between a.m. and p.m.<\/p>

Huntsville<\/a>, too, has laws that prevent solicitors from knocking on doors where there are appropriate \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d sings.\u00a0 Any solicitor who knocks on a door with a \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d sign or fails to leave after being asked to do so could lose their permit to solicit in the city. This permit and the accompanying photo identification badge must be obtained before a solicitor is allowed to go door-to-door. Non-profit and religious groups are not required to get a permit. Finally, soliciting times in Huntsville are limited to the hours between 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nAlaska\n<\/h2>
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The rules for solicitors in the\u00a0Anchorage<\/b>\u00a0Municipal Code apply primarily to those fundraising for non-commercial causes.\u00a0\u00a0Chapter 10.35<\/a>\u00a0requires those seeking funds to obtain a non-commercial solicitor\u2019s license from the municipal clerk and prohibits them from attempting to contact households where there is a sign or notice that prohibits soliciting.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nArizona\n<\/h2>
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The City of\u00a0Phoenix<\/b>\u00a0has detailed rules about door-to-door solicitation. The Phoenix City Code (Section 23-143<\/a>) states that solicitors must immediately leave any property that has a sign or notice that prohibits soliciting and may not open or walk through any door or gate that has such a sign. The same applies if the residence has a \u201cno trespassing sign\u201d posted.\u00a0\u00a0Section 23-141<\/a>\u00a0of the city code goes on to state that soliciting is restricted to the hours between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. from April to September and between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. from October to March.<\/p>

Solicitors must carry with them a government-issued form of identification (such as a driver\u2019s license) and produce that ID upon request (Section 23-142<\/a>). Even kids who are selling door-to-door are expected to have a government or student ID with them at all times. So if you are really sick of the neighbor kids hitting you up for Sally Foster gift wrap, you can always sic the cops on them for failing to carry photo identification. In all seriousness, solicitors who don\u2019t follow these rules can be charged with a class one misdemeanor.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nArkansas\n<\/h2>
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The municipal code for\u00a0Fayetteville, Arkansas<\/b>\u00a0contains provisions that make it illegal for solicitors to enter the grounds of or attempt to contact any private residence that has a\u00a0sign<\/b>\u00a0that states \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d or a similar phrase. The company for whom any salespeople work must obtain one principal business permit (40 dollars) as well as a solicitor\u2019s permit \u00a0for each salesperson (5 dollars each), which requires an official state criminal background check. Peddlers can only perform their labors within the hours between 10 a.m. and 9 p.m. \u00a0The violation of any of these rules could result in a fine. (See\u00a0Chapter 116<\/a>\u00a0of the Fayetteville Code of Ordinances for specific language and additional regulations).<\/p>

The city of\u00a0Springdale\u00a0<\/b>enforces similar rules for solicitors. The Springdale code allows solicitation only within the hours of 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. (or 8 p.m. during Daylight Savings). As in Fayetteville, two permits are required and solicitors must observe \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d signage. Furthermore, any salesperson working within the city must have on their person a copy of\u00a0Section 82-1<\/a>\u00a0of the city ordinances (which contains all of the soliciting laws that we describe here) as well as their city-issued permit and employer-provided photo ID.\u00a0 These requirements do not apply to representatives of religious, political, or charitable causes.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nCalifornia\n<\/h2>
\n

San Diego<\/i><\/p>

No solicitation laws in\u00a0San Diego, California<\/b>\u00a0(\u00a733.14 of the San Diego Municipal Code<\/a>) require that solicitors \u201cimmediately and peacefully\u201d leave any residence where a \u201cno solicitation\u201d sign is posted. The letters on \u201cno solicitation\u201d sign must be at least \u00bd inch high in order to have legal effect. According to the law, this rule applies to \u201cinterviewers\u201d such as survey researchers, political canvassers, and even representatives of religious and charitable groups. Ignoring this law is strictly prohibited.<\/p>

Commercial solicitors must obtain a police registration card in order to hawk their wares. This process involves filing finger prints with the San Diego police department and provided a photo for the registration card and police files. Neither commercial nor non-commercial solicitors (\u201cinterviewers\u201d) may contact households between 8 p.m. and 9 a.m. unless they have an already established appointment.<\/p>

Los Angeles<\/i><\/p>

The City of\u00a0Los Angeles<\/b>\u00a0requires solicitors to carry with them government-issued identification as well as a Business Tax Registration Certificate.\u00a0 No person may solicit sales or charitable\/religious donations between the hours of 8 p.m. and 8 a.m. (See section\u00a041.43.1<\/a>\u00a0of the Los Angeles Municipal Code for exact language).<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nColorado\n<\/h2>
\n

Solicitors in\u00a0Denver<\/b>, Colorado must obtain a peddling license in order to work in the city. The person soliciting must carry their license card with them at all times that they are going from house to house and show it to any prospective customer or police officer that asks to see it. Furthermore,\u00a0Sec. 47-18 of the Denver Code of Ordinances<\/a>\u00a0makes it illegal for any solicitor to \u201cattempt to solicit business at any place which\u00a0maintains a sign\u00a0<\/b>or other visible and legible indication that such solicitation of business is not desired or is prohibited.\u201d Solicitations are prohibited \u00bd hour after sunset and before 8 a.m.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nConnecticut\n<\/h2>
\n

The city of\u00a0New Haven<\/b>, Connecticut requires solicitors selling goods to obtain a license to solicit. The city code (section 3-17-9<\/a>) also prohibits solicitors from going door-to-door before 9 a.m. or after sunset. This law also outlaws a number of potentially deceptive and fraudulent practices. Children who are younger than 16 years old are not allowed to work as door-to-door solicitors.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nDelaware\n<\/h2>
\n

No solicitation laws in Delaware are established at the\u00a0state level<\/b>.\u00a0Section 4405<\/a>\u00a0of the Delaware Code states that solicitors must obtain and carry a door-to-door salesperson identification card from the Delaware Department of Finance.\u00a0 Once salespeople have the required identification, they can only go door-to-door between the hours of 9 a.m. and 8 p.m., Delaware time.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nFlorida\n<\/h2>
\n

Jacksonville<\/i><\/p>

The City of\u00a0Jacksonville<\/b>, Florida specifically states that \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d signs \u201cconstitute sufficient notice to any solicitor or peddler . . . that any peddling or\u00a0soliciting\u00a0by any person is prohibited at such residence.\u201d\u00a0 In other words, Jacksonville law considers a \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d sign adequate notice that solicitors are not allowed on the resident\u2019s private property.<\/p>

Jacksonville Code also requires commercial solicitors to obtain a permit and limit their work to the hours between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. Solicitors must be older than 18 to work unaccompanied, and older than 14 to work with the help of an adult supervisor. These laws are all contained in\u00a0Part 250.7<\/a>\u00a0of the Jacksonville, Florida Code of Ordinances. It is worth noting that the laws appear to apply primarily to commercial solicitation, not religious, charitable, or political canvassers.<\/p>

Miami<\/i><\/p>

The\u00a0Miami<\/b>\u00a0Code of Ordinances (Sec. 39-47<\/a>) makes it illegal to solicit, peddle, or canvass at any location that displays a sign that states \u201cNo solicitors,\u201d \u201cNo peddlers,\u201d or \u201cNo trespassing.\u201d The sign must use letters that are at least 1 and \u00bd inches high.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nGeorgia\n<\/h2>
\n

In\u00a0Atlanta<\/b>, local ordinances (Sec. 30-618<\/a>) state that solicitors may not enter or attempt to contact any residence that has a \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d or \u201cNo Peddling\u201d sign. Those who ignore properly posted signs could be cited for criminal trespass.\u00a0 Atlanta also requires door-to-door solicitors to obtain a permit, which requires both an application fee and an annual renewal fee. Tax-exempt groups do not have to obtain permits, nor do salespeople with regularly established routes.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nHawaii\n<\/h2>
\n

After combing through regulations for the state of Hawaii and most major Hawaiian cities, we weren\u2019t able to find much on \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d signs. The city of\u00a0Honolulu<\/b>\u00a0does have an ordinance that requires peddlers to be licensed by the city (Sec. 29-6.2<\/a>). In general, however, it is fairly safe to assume that if you express your desire not to receive solicitors they are obligated to leave your property.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nIdaho\n<\/h2>
\n

Boise, Idaho<\/b>\u00a0has detailed regulations (Chapter 5-12<\/a>of the Boise Municipal Code) about the conduct of door-to-door solicitors within the city. Solicitors are not allowed to enter the premises of any location where a sign is posted that says \u201cNo Solicitation Allowed\u201d or \u201cNo Peddlers Allowed.\u201d Those who violate this law may be charged with a misdemeanor and fined 300 dollars.<\/p>

Additionally, any salesperson attempting to sell goods or services in residential areas must obtain a license from the city, which requires the person seeking the license to pay a fee and provide personal information to the City Clerk. Tax exempt, charitable, political groups and children are not required to get this license.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nIllinois\n<\/h2>
\n

Chicago\u2019s\u00a0<\/b>municipal code (10-8-271<\/a>) states that no commercial advertising materials (flyers, handouts, etc.) may be left at homes that display a sign that states \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d or \u201cNo Trespassing\u201d at or near the front door. Those who violate this law may be fined between 200 and 1,000 dollars.<\/p>

When it comes to charitable fundraising, any charity that attempts to raise funds by going door-to-door must obtain a permit from the city of Chicago. See\u00a010-8-080 et seq.<\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nIndiana\n<\/h2>
\n

In\u00a0Indianapolis<\/b>\u00a0and Marion County, Indiana, it is illegal for salespeople to attempt to sale goods or services at any private residence where there is a sign or notice near the entrance that forbids soliciting or peddling (Revised Code\u00a0Sec. 391-104<\/a>).<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nIowa\n<\/h2>
\n

The ordinances for the city of\u00a0Des Moines<\/b>, Iowa refer to door-to-door salespeople as \u201cpeddlers\u201d and make it illegal for a peddler to attempt to do business at any property where there is a sign that states \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d or \u201cNo Peddling.\u201d\u00a0 (See\u00a0Sec. 78-111<\/a>\u00a0of the Municipal Code.)<\/p>

Solicitors in Des Moines are also required to be licensed with the city and to post a refundable bond to protect against fraudulent sales tactics. Furthermore, door-to-door sales are only allowed between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nKansas\n<\/h2>
\n

The city of\u00a0Overland Park<\/b>, Kansas has an ordinance (5.64.020<\/a>) that states that no salesperson may knock, ring the doorbell, or attempt to contact any home or apartment where there is a sign that says \u201cNo Solicitors\u201d or \u201cNo Trespassers.\u201d According to the legal definitions of the statue, this rule applies to political organizations, charitable organizations, and religious proselytizers.<\/p>

Solicitors may not attempt to contact residents between 9 p.m. and 10 a.m. or attempt to contact the same household twice within a 14 day period for the purpose of a sale (except with permission of the homeowner).<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nKentucky\n<\/h2>
\n

Louisville<\/b>, Kentucky has an ordinance(\u00a7 115.361<\/a>)that prohibits solicitors from attempting to sell their products or services at any residence displaying a sign with the words \u201cNo Peddlers,\u201d \u201cNo Solicitors,\u201d \u201cNo Trespassers,\u201d or other phrases with similar meaning.<\/p>

Soliciting is only allowed between the hours of 9 a.m. and 30 minutes before the official sunset time. It is not allowed on Sundays or on national holidays.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nLouisiana\n<\/h2>
\n

The law (Sec 152:152c<\/a>) in\u00a0Baton Rouge<\/b>, Louisiana states that solicitation (whether for a commercial, political, charitable, or religious purpose) is prohibited at residences that post a sign that states \u201cNo Soliciting.\u201d Those who violate this ordinance could be found guilty of trespassing and fined accordingly.\u00a0 The sign must be displayed visibly at the entrance to the property.<\/p>

Salespeople are required to obtain a permit before they begin their work. Baton Rouge limits door-to-door sales to the hours between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nMaine\n<\/h2>
\n

The city of\u00a0Portland<\/b>, Maine\u2019s local ordinances require \u201ctransient sellers\u201d to obtain a license from both the city and the state of Maine in order to do business. This law does not apply to those who are going door-to-door in behalf of a \u201cbona fide non-profit organization.\u201dSee\u00a0Sec. 19-56<\/a>\u00a0of Portland\u2019s municipal code for more details.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nMaryland\n<\/h2>
\n

In\u00a0Baltimore County<\/b>, Maryland, solicitors may not attempt to sell merchandise at any residence displaying a \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d sign (21-11-106<\/a>)<\/b>. If a community posts signs that prohibit soliciting at all vehicle entrances, solicitors are not allowed to contact any of the homes in the community.\u00a0 The law further states that salespeople may only go door-to-door between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.Those who violate either of these rules could be charged with a misdemeanor and fines up to 100 dollars.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nMassachusetts\n<\/h2>
\n

Although the laws governing soliciting in\u00a0Boston<\/b>, Massachusetts are somewhat sparse, the city code contains an ordinance that makes it illegal for solicitors to continue to engage a person \u201cwho has informed the solicitor by words or conduct that such person declines the solicitor\u2019s request\u201d (16-41.1<\/a>).<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nMichigan\n<\/h2>
\n

Local regulations in\u00a0Grand Rapids<\/b>, Michigan state that salespeople must not attempt to contact households who have posted a sign that states \u201cno solicitors,\u201d \u201cno peddlers,\u201d \u201cno salespeople,\u201d etc. (Sec. 7.261<\/a>).<\/b>Solicitors may not call at any residence before 9 a.m. or after 9 p.m. unless they have an appointment.<\/p>

Licenses are required of those who are selling goods or services, but not of representatives for charitable, religious, and political causes.\u00a0 However, religious, charitable, and political canvassers must obey solicitation signs and hours restrictions.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nMinnesota\n<\/h2>
\n

The\u00a0Minneapolis<\/b>\u00a0Code of Ordinances makes it illegal for any solicitor or peddler to call at a residence that posts a sign that states \u201cNo\u00a0Peddlers, Solicitors or Transient Merchants\u201d or comparable words.\u00a0 The sign must be posted near the front door to the house use a font size 48 or larger and be at least 4 inches tall and 4 inches wide (Sec. 332.90<\/a>).\u00a0 This exclusion does not apply to non-commercial representatives (for example, those representing religious groups, charities, and political causes).<\/p>

By law, commercial solicitors are required to be licensed by the city of Minneapolis and Hennepin County.\u00a0 They must also register with the city and obtain a solicitor identification card.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nMississippi\n<\/h2>
\n

According to the law in\u00a0Jackson<\/b>, Mississippi, solicitors are not allowed to contact any residence that has posted a sign \u201cclearly indicating that solicitations are not welcome on the property\u201d (Sec. 94-2(b)<\/a>).\u00a0\u00a0 Salespeople are not allowed to solicit before sunrise or after sunset and must register with the Jackson Police before they begin to sell within the city.<\/p>

Those who violate these requirements could be required to perform community service, pay fines, or even serve time in jail (depending on the number of offenses).<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nMissouri\n<\/h2>
\n

When it comes to \u201cNo Solicitation\u201d signs, the\u00a0Kansas City<\/b>, Missouri Code of Ordinances (Sec. 50-172<\/a>)\u00a0<\/b>states:<\/p>

\u201cNo person shall\u00a0solicit\u00a0anything or any action from any person at property designated by a sign, conspicuously posted at the front door of the property, indicating \u2018No Solicitation,\u2019 \u2018No Solicitors\u2019 or other similar language expressing the unwillingness of occupants of the property to accept solicitors.\u201d<\/em><\/p>

The penalty for breaking this law could be up to a $1,000 fine or 6 months in jail.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nMontana\n<\/h2>
\n

The city code in\u00a0Billings<\/b>, Montana makes it illegal for any salesperson to \u201c[continue] to solicit a person who has made a negative response. Moreover, solicitors may not solicit on private property \u201cif the owner, tenant, or lawful occupant has asked the person not to solicit on the property\u201d(Sec. 18-1001<\/a>).Assuming that a sign constitutes a negative response, if you post a sign at or near your door that states that solicitors are not welcome on your property, they are not legally allowed to attempt to make a sale. Anyone who disobeys this law can be fined up to 500 dollars.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nNebraska\n<\/h2>
\n

Omaha<\/b>, Nebraska prohibits any person (whether working for a commercial or non-commercial cause) from leaving advertising material or disturbing the privacy of any residence that contains the words\u201dNo Trespassing,\u201d \u201cNo\u00a0Peddlers\u00a0or Agents,\u201d \u201cNo Advertisement\u201d or any similar phrase (Sec. 3-25<\/a>).\u00a0 We assume that this would also make attempting to contact households with \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d signs illegal.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nNevada\n<\/h2>
\n

What happens in Vegas may stay in Vegas, but door-to-door salespeople can\u2019t stay on your porch if you have a sign that says \u201cNo Peddlers or Solicitors\u201d (or something similar) posted near the entrance to your house (see\u00a06.62.120<\/a>\u00a0of the\u00a0Las Vegas<\/b>\u00a0Code of Ordinances).<\/p>

In order to sell commercial goods or services within the city, solicitors must obtain a permit and work card from the city of Las Vegas. The salesperson must be prepared to show either the permit or the card to any people (including consumers) who ask to see them.\u00a0 This means that if you are worried that a particular salesman is not legitimate, you can ask to see identification that states that they have been approved by local authorities.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nNew Hampshire\n<\/h2>
\n

The city of\u00a0Nashua<\/b>, New Hampshire\u2019s municipal ordinances (\u00a7\u00a0231-13<\/a>) state that no solicitor is allowed to \u201center any house, building or premises where there is posted on the front of the house, building or premises a written notice stating that vendors are not desired.\u201d Put differently, if you put up a sign that states \u201cNo Solicitors\u201d or \u201cNo Vendors,\u201d salespeople are legally prohibited from knocking on your door. Any salesperson who ignores one of these signs could lose their vendor\u2019s license (which they are legally required to obtain before attempting to sale their wares) and be fined up to $1,000.<\/p>

Registered charitable groups and kids are typically exempt from solicitation rules in Nashua.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nNew Jersey\n<\/h2>
\n

As in many other cities across the United States, solicitors in\u00a0Jersey City<\/b>, New Jersey must obtain a canvasser license prior to selling their products. The salesperson must carry this permit with him or her whenever going about their work and show it to anyone who requests to see it. To comply with the law, solicitors can\u2019t knock on your door before 9 in the morning or after 6 at night.\u00a0 (See\u00a0\u00a7 245-12 et seq.)<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nNew York\n<\/h2>
\n

The city of\u00a0Buffalo<\/b>, New York has regulations that prohibit solicitation at any household that has a \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d sign. Section 6.36(c) of the\u00a0Buffalo City Code<\/a>\u00a0states the following:<\/p>

\u201cIt is unlawful for any solicitor, peddler or transient merchant to enter, or attempt to gain entrance, to residential premises displaying at such entrance a sign prohibiting solicitation.\u201d<\/em><\/p>

All solicitors must limit their activities to the hours between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. If the solicitor is attempting to sell commercial goods or services, they must obtain a permit from the city.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nNorth Carolina\n<\/h2>
\n

Charlotte<\/b>, North Carolina has an ordinance (Sec. 15-15(a)(1)<\/a>) that makes it unlawful for a solicitor to continue to try to convince a person to buy something after the person has said no. The statute states that it is illegal to<\/p>

\u201c[Continue] to\u00a0solicit . . . after the person to whom the solicitation is directed has made a negative response, either verbally, by physical sign, by attempting to leave the presence of the person\u00a0soliciting, or by other negative indication\u201d<\/em><\/p>

While the \u201cphysical sign\u201d spoken of refers to a physical motion or body language, you have the right to expect a solicitor to leave you alone after you say no. Moreover, the Supreme Court has repeatedly ruled that posted signs are a way for homeowners to express that they refuse a solicitors proposals.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nNorth Dakota\n<\/h2>
\n

Local laws (25-0510<\/a>) in\u00a0Fargo<\/b>, North Dakota forbid solicitors from approaching dwellings (apartments, houses, etc.) that post a 3 by 4 inch sign that states \u201cNo Solicitors\u201d in 1\/3 inch letters. The sign should be posted visibly near the entrance to the house.<\/p>

Solicitors are not allowed to approach any residence after 9 p.m. or before 9 a.m. and are also required to obtain a solicitation permit from the city before they begin working in Fargo. Religious, charitable, and political organizations are not required to have this permit.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nOhio\n<\/h2>
\n

In\u00a0Columbus<\/b>, Ohio it is illegal for solicitors to attempt to contact residences that display a sign that states\u00a0\u201cno peddling, \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d or \u201cno canvassing\u201d (Columbus Code of Ordinances 523.14<\/a>).<\/p>

Solicitors must limit their activities to the hours between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. and are required to obtain and display a solicitor identification card from the city of Columbus. If a salesperson is not wearing their identification, you have the legal right to request that they show it to you. They must also be licensed by the city prior to going door-to-door. Those who are soliciting on behalf of a school or a religious, charitable, or religious group are not required to obtain a permit or wear identification.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nOklahoma\n<\/h2>
\n

Like many cities,\u00a0Oklahoma City<\/b>\u00a0does not allow solicitors to contact any households that have posted a sign that says \u201cNo Solicitors,\u201d \u201cNo Trespassers,\u201d or \u201cNo Trespassing,\u201d since by doing so the person \u201chas indicated his\/her desire not to be contacted for sales or solicitations\u201d (\u00a7 39-19<\/a>). Since Oklahoma City law defines solicitors primarily in terms of commercial sales, this requirement may not apply to religious, charitable, and political canvassers.<\/p>

Tulsa\u00a0<\/b>has similar regulations (Section 2903<\/a>) that prevent salespeople from soliciting residences that have posted a \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d sign or placard. There is also a soliciting curfew after 7 p.m. and before 8 a.m. If any solicitor ignores your sign or knocks after the approved hours, the\u00a0city of Tulsa<\/a>\u00a0suggests that you call the Tulsa Police Department at (918) 596-9222. If you don\u2019t want to receive advertising flyers, you can also post a sign that states \u201cNo Handbills\u201d or \u201cNo Advertisement\u201d (or add that notice to your \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d sign).<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nOregon\n<\/h2>
\n

The city of\u00a0Salem<\/b>, Oregon\u2019s laws (95.220<\/a>) make it illegal for people to leave handbills or other advertisements on private property without written consent from the owner. By posting a sign that expresses your wish\u00a0not\u00a0<\/i>to receive advertisements, you explicitly say that you do not give your written permission.<\/p>

Unfortunately, we were not able to find any ordinances related to \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d signs specifically in either the city of Salem or the city of Portland.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nPennsylvania\n<\/h2>
\n

Pittsburgh<\/b>, Pennsylvania\u2019s local laws require solicitors to be licensed with the city before they can legally go door-to-door. In order to obtain this license, a person must provide their personal information to the city. Thus, if you are concerned about a particular salesperson, you can check with the city to make sure he or she has obtained the appropriate licenses to work within the city.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nRhode Island\n<\/h2>
\n

When it comes to door-to-door solicitors the cities of\u00a0Providence and Warwick<\/b>, Rhode Island have nearly identical regulations.\u00a0Section 46-13<\/a>\u00a0(in both codes \u2013 the link goes to the Providence code) says the following:<\/p>

\u201cIt shall be unlawful for any peddler or solicitor to ring the bell, or knock on the door, or otherwise attempt to gain admittance for the purpose of peddling or soliciting at any residence, dwelling or apartment at which a sign bearing the words \u2018No Peddlers or Solicitors,\u2019 or words of similar import indicating that such persons are not wanted on said premises, is painted, affixed or otherwise exposed to public view.\u201d<\/em><\/p>

The municipal codes in both cities also forbid solicitation between the hours of 9 p.m. and 9 a.m.\u00a0 Solicitors must obtain a license and a police-issued identification badge before they attempt to make a sale.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nSouth Carolina\n<\/h2>
\n

Sec. 17-97<\/a>\u00a0of the Charleston, South Carolina city code states that soliciting is not permitted on private properties that display signs with the words \u201cNo Trespassing,\u201d \u201cNo Peddlers,\u201d or \u201cNo Solicitors.\u201d Solicitors are required to obtain a permit and keep it on their persons while they are going door-to-door. Charleston ordinances say that solicitors are only allowed to contact residences between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nSouth Dakota\n<\/h2>
\n

In\u00a0Sioux Falls<\/b>, South Dakota, solicitors are not allowed to enter properties that post certain signs. The city code (Sec. 29-4<\/a>) state:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/p>

\u201cIt shall be unlawful for any peddler to enter upon any private premises when the premises is posted with a sign stating \u201cNo Peddlers Allowed,\u201d \u201cNo Soliciting,\u201d or words to that effect.\u201d<\/em><\/p>

Door-to-door salespeople may not visit any household after 8 p.m. or before 9 a.m. and must get a permit from the Sioux Falls city finance department before they can begin to sell their products or services. Charitable, religious, and political organizations are exempt from all of the above regulations, as are salespeople who deal exclusively with businesses or government officials.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nTennessee\n<\/h2>
\n

According to the laws in\u00a0Nashville<\/b>, Tennessee (6.64.030<\/a>), no commercial solicitor may enter or stay on any private property that displays a \u201cNo Solicitation\u201d or \u201cNo Trespassing\u201d sign near the entrance to the property. If an apartment or condo complex posts signs at the entrances to the complex, solicitors may not approach people in the common areas of the complex, but are allowed to go door-to-door unless the individual apartments are listed on the local \u201cNo Solicitation List.\u201dThis list can be found on the\u00a0Nashville city website<\/a>. Residents must sign up with the city each year in order to remain on the list.<\/p>

Nashville ordinances also require solicitors to obtain a solicitation permit as well as a city-issued identification badge. The salesperson must wear the identification badge at all times that he or she is working and must show their permit to any person (police, potential customers, etc.) who requests to see it. Any solicitor who disobeys any of these rules could have their solicitation permit revoked and be fined 50 dollars per day of violation.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nTexas\n<\/h2>
\n

Dallas<\/em><\/p>

According to the laws in\u00a0Dallas<\/b>, Texas (Sec. 42-21<\/a>\u00a0of the Dallas City Code), if you don\u2019t want to be bothered by door-to-door salespeople, you should post a weatherproof sign that states \u201cNO SOLICITORS.\u201d The sign must be no smaller than 3 by 4 inches, while the letters must be at least 2\/3 inches tall.\u00a0 According to the ordinance, solicitors have a duty to look for signs that prohibit soliciting and leave the property without knocking, ringing the doorbell, or otherwise attempting to contact the household if such a sign is displayed near the home\u2019s main entrance.<\/p>

San Antonio<\/em><\/p>

The city of\u00a0San Antonio<\/b>\u00a0also has regulations governing solicitations, though the laws there relate mostly to handbills and other flyers that are commonly left on door handles or steps.\u00a0\u00a0Section 21-3<\/a>\u00a0of the San Antonio Code of Ordinances states that person may leave advertisements at any residence that displays a 3 by 4 inch weatherproof sign that states \u201cno solicitation,\u201d \u201cno advertisements,\u201d or \u201cno handbills\u201d in 2\/3 inch letters. This law does not, however, apply to government, political, religious, or charitable organization distributing flyers for their respective causes.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nUtah\n<\/h2>
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City ordinances (6.09.170<\/a>) in\u00a0Provo<\/b>, Utah stipulate that a \u201cNo Solicitation\u201d sign posted at any residence constitutes notice that the household does not want to receive solicitors. Solicitors are required by law to check for \u201cNo Soliciting\u201d signs and leave the premises without knocking or ringing the doorbell if such a sign is in place.<\/p>

Solicitors are also required to register with the city in order to obtain an annual certificate and identification badge. Door-to-door sales and canvassing are prohibited after 9 p.m. and before 9 a.m.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nVermont\n<\/h2>
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Peddlers and solicitors working in Burlington, Vermont are required to be licensed prior to performing their labors. Charitable and religious organizations do not need to be licensed in order to go door-to-door. Salespeople are required by Burlington law to display their licensing certificate at all times that they are soliciting. If they fail to display their certificate or obtain a license, they can face civil fines between 50 and 500 dollars. (See\u00a0Chapter 23<\/a>\u00a0of the Burlington Code of Ordinances for the exact language for any of the rules above.)<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nVirginia\n<\/h2>
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The City of\u00a0Virginia Beach<\/b>, Virginia\u2019s ordinances place restrictions on door-to-door advertisement.\u00a0Sec. 23-44.2<\/a>\u00a0of the municipal code states that no handbills, brochures, paper, sample, etc. (whether commercial or non-commercial) may be left at any private property that has \u201cconspicuously posted a \u201cno solicitation\u201d sign or any similar sign which clearly indicates that the owner or occupant of the property does not want to receive such materials.\u201d If a solicitor ignores this sign, he or she could be charged with a 3rd\u00a0degree misdemeanor.<\/p>

Virginia Beach also requires solicitors to obtain a permit from the city before they begin selling door-to-door.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nWashington\n<\/h2>
\n

Anyone conducting residential sales in\u00a0Seattle<\/b>, Washington is subject to city ordinances (6.260.050<\/a>\u00a0) which prohibit any solicitation at residences that display a sign with the words \u201c\u201dno\u00a0peddlers\u201d or \u201cno solicitors.\u201d<\/p>

Solicitors in Seattle must also obtain a current license to conduct door-to-door sales within the city. Furthermore, solicitation is limited to the hours between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nWest Virginia\n<\/h2>
\n

Charleston, West Virginia\u2019s laws governing door-to-door soliciting (Sec. 18-522<\/a>) appear to be rather narrow in scope. The city requires solicitors to obtain a license and register with the Department of Consumer Protection.\u00a0 Thus, if you are worried about whether a solicitor is legitimate, you can call the city of Charleston and ask whether the solicitor has taken the appropriate legal steps to hawk their wares.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nWisconsin\n<\/h2>
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According to\u00a0section 95-15<\/a>\u00a0of the\u00a0Milwaukee<\/b>, Wisconsin code of ordinances, no solicitor may attempt to contact a residence that posts a sign that states \u201cSolicitors Prohibited\u201d (or a similar phrase). Upon seeing the sign, the solicitor is obligated to immediately leave the property. Any solicitor who ignores your No Soliciting sign (or the other regulations below) could be fined anywhere from 50 to 500 dollars.<\/p>

Salespeople working in Milwaukee must register with the police department at least 5 days before beginning to work and should carry an identification card at all times.\u00a0 Soliciting is permitted during the hours after 8 a.m. and before 9 p.m.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\nWyoming\n<\/h2>
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In Cheyenne, Wyoming solicitors are forbidden from attempting to engage any residence where there is a sign with the words \u201cNo Solicitors\u201d or a similar phrase (5.76.050<\/a>). Other ordinances (8.52.060<\/a>) make it illegal to leave flyers, handbills, door hangers, etc. at homes that display a \u201cNo Trespassing,\u201d \u201cNo\u00a0Soliciting,\u201d \u201cNo Peddlers or Agents\u201d or \u201cNo Advertisement\u201d sign.<\/p>

Regulations in Cheyenne also require solicitors to obtain and display a city-issued license and limit their activities to the hours between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/section><\/main>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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