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Solicitor Permits: Brentwood vs Walnut Creek

How do solicitor permits rules compare between Brentwood, CA and Walnut Creek, CA?

Walnut Creek has fewer restrictions than Brentwood.

Brentwood, CA

Contra Costa County

Heavy Restrictions

Door-to-door commercial solicitors in Brentwood must obtain a Solicitor Permit from the Police Department and carry photo ID while soliciting. Solicitation hours are limited to 9 AM to 8 PM. Non-commercial canvassing (political, religious, charitable) is protected by the First Amendment and does not require a permit.

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Walnut Creek, CA

Contra Costa County

Some Restrictions

Walnut Creek requires commercial solicitors to obtain a Peddler/Solicitor Permit under WCMC Chapter 5-6 with background check and $150-300 fee. Permitted hours: 9 AM to 7 PM only. No Trespassing and No Soliciting signs must be honored. Religious and political canvassing are First Amendment-protected and exempt from permit.

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