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DeSoto's Soliciting & Door-to-Door: The Rules That Matter

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DeSoto maintains 45 local ordinances across all categories, and 2 of those deal specifically with soliciting & door-to-door. Here is a breakdown of what the city actually requires, what is prohibited, and where DeSoto falls on the strict-to-permissive spectrum compared to other cities.

No-Knock Registry

DeSoto residents can legally prohibit solicitors from their property by posting a conspicuous 'No Solicitors' or 'No Trespassing' sign at the entrance. Solicitors who ignore such signage are subject t

Key details: Residents May Post: Residents may post 'No Solicitors' signs to prohibit commercial contact. Ignoring Posted Signs: Ignoring posted signs is citable under solicitation ordinance. Religiouspolitical Canvassing: Religious/political canvassing partially protected but should respect 'No Trespassing'. Report Violations To: Report violations to DeSoto Police non-emergency. Always Request To: Always request to see permit badge.

If you are coming from a city with tighter rules, you will find DeSoto gives residents more flexibility on no-knock registry.

Solicitor Permits

DeSoto requires door-to-door solicitors, peddlers, and commercial canvassers to obtain a permit from the city before operating. Applicants typically submit personal identification, employer informatio

Key details: Permit/License: Permit required for commercial door-to-door solicitation. Fees/Costs: Background check and fee required. Requirements: Badge/ID must be worn and shown on request. Permit/License: Permitted hours: 9 AM to 8 PM or sunset. Hours/Times: Religious/political/charitable canvassing: exempt (First Amendment).

DeSoto is more permissive than most cities when it comes to solicitor permits. That said, there are still limits.

The Bottom Line

Compared to many U.S. cities, DeSoto gives residents more room on soliciting & door-to-door. 2 of the 2 rules here are rated permissive. But permissive does not mean unregulated. There are still requirements, and the city does enforce them when violations are reported.

Keep in mind that DeSoto can amend these rules at any council meeting. For the most current version of any rule mentioned here, check the specific ordinance page, which shows when its source was last checked.