Mountain View recognizes No Soliciting signs as legally enforceable. Ignoring a posted sign after notice can result in a citation or trespass complaint, even for activity otherwise protected as speech.
While Mountain View cannot ban door-to-door political, religious, or charitable canvassing outright, the Municipal Code makes it unlawful for any solicitor, canvasser, peddler, or agent to knock on a door or ring a bell at a residence that displays a clearly posted and legible No Soliciting or Do Not Knock sign. Signs must be placed at the main entrance or gate and be visible from the approach walkway. Violation can result in an infraction citation. Independently, California Penal Code 602 treats remaining on private property after being asked to leave as trespass. Anyone who persists after the resident refuses entry or asks them to leave can be arrested for trespass. Commercial solicitors face additional penalties including revocation of their Mountain View solicitor permit. Residents should call non-emergency police to report ongoing violations.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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