Des Moines Municipal Code Chapter 78 makes it unlawful for peddlers or solicitors to approach any property displaying a visible 'No Soliciting' or 'No Peddling' sign. All solicitors must be licensed; door-to-door activity is restricted to 8 a.m.–9 p.m.
Under Des Moines Municipal Code Chapter 78 (Peddlers and Solicitors), Section 78-111, it is unlawful for any peddler or solicitor to attempt to conduct business at any property bearing a conspicuously posted sign reading 'No Soliciting,' 'No Peddling,' or similar language. Solicitors must obtain a city license, pay a refundable bond, and may only call on residences between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. Violations of the sign prohibition constitute a misdemeanor offense. Homeowners wishing to opt out of all solicitation need only post a sign meeting the visible-notice standard.
Soliciting at a posted 'No Soliciting' property is a misdemeanor. Additional penalties include license revocation and bond forfeiture for repeat or serious violations.
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