Madison residents who post a clear No Soliciting sign must not be approached by commercial sellers. Violations of a posted sign are grounds for citation and license revocation under MGO Chapter 9.
MGO Chapter 9 directs that commercial direct sellers must respect clearly posted No Soliciting or No Trespassing signs at residential entrances. When a sign is posted, licensed sellers are prohibited from knocking, ringing doorbells, or leaving materials at that address. Violation of a posted sign is grounds for license suspension or revocation, separate from underlying trespass remedies under WI Stat. 943.13. Residents may also request the City Clerk maintain a Do Not Solicit list if such a program is available. Political and religious canvassers retain First Amendment protections and are not bound by commercial solicitor restrictions, though respect for posted signs is customary. Residents who feel threatened or harassed should call Madison Police non-emergency to file a complaint.
Licensed sellers who violate posted signs face license suspension or revocation under MGO 9. Unlicensed solicitors face trespass charges under WI Stat. 943.13.
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