New Rochelle residents may post 'No Solicitation' or 'No Knock' signs; solicitors must honor them under the City Code's peddling and soliciting chapter. The City Clerk issues solicitor licenses, and violators can be cited for trespass under NY Penal Law §140.05 and solicitation violations.
Door-to-door solicitation in New Rochelle is regulated by the City Code's peddling and soliciting chapter (eCode360), which requires commercial solicitors (excluding religious and political canvassers protected by the First Amendment per Watchtower Bible & Tract Society v. Village of Stratton, 536 U.S. 150) to register with the City Clerk, carry photo ID, and honor any 'No Soliciting' or 'No Knock' sign posted at a residence. A posted sign creates legal notice; a solicitor who ignores it commits criminal trespass in the third degree under NY Penal Law §140.10 (trespass after posted notice) in addition to violating the City licensing chapter. Solicitation hours are typically limited to 9 a.m.-7 p.m. or sunset, whichever is earlier. Some Westchester municipalities maintain a formal 'no-knock' registry through the City Clerk; residents can opt in to receive the strongest enforcement posture. Charitable solicitors must also register with the NY Attorney General's Charities Bureau under Executive Law §172-b.
Ignoring a posted no-solicitation sign: NY Penal Law §140.10 criminal trespass (violation or B misdemeanor) plus City Code summons. Unlicensed solicitor: fine up to $250 and license denial. Harassment: possible Penal Law §240.26 charge.
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