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Soliciting & Door-to-Door in Paterson, NJ (2026)

1 verified soliciting & door-to-door rules for Paterson, New Jersey, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Solicitor Permits

Anyone canvassing or soliciting door-to-door in Paterson must register with the Director of Public Safety first, pay a $25 fee, and wear the certificate; nonprofits get a lighter filing exemption.

Paterson Solicitor Registration Permit

Some Restrictions

Paterson City Code § 367-3

No person shall engage in the activity of a canvasser or solicitor in the City without first registering with the Director of Public Safety or, in his absence, the Chief of Police.

Looking for Passaic County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Paterson city rules.

Soliciting & Door-to-Door in Passaic County