No-Knock Registry: Arlington vs Cambridge
How do no-knock registry rules compare between Arlington, MA and Cambridge, MA?
Arlington, MA
Middlesex County
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Cambridge, MA
Middlesex County
Cambridge allows residents to post No Soliciting or No Trespassing signs that legally bar commercial solicitors. Ignoring such signs can result in trespass enforcement under MGL c.266 s.120.
View full Cambridge rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Arlington | Cambridge |
|---|---|---|
| Sign type | - | No Soliciting, No Trespassing, or No Knock |
| Legal basis | - | MGL c.266 s.120 |
| Registry | - | None in Cambridge |
| Permit consequence | - | License Commission may revoke |
| Protected speech | - | Must still depart when asked |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Arlington FAQ
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Cambridge FAQ
Does a No Soliciting sign actually work?
Yes. Commercial solicitors are required to honor it, and violators can be cited for trespass.
Is there a city no-knock list?
No. Cambridge does not maintain a formal no-knock registry; the posted sign is the legal notice.
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