San Mateo respects no-soliciting signs posted by residents. The city does not maintain a formal no-knock registry. California Penal Code 602 applies to solicitors who refuse to leave after being asked. Residents can post no-soliciting signs as a deterrent.
The City of San Mateo does not maintain a formal no-knock registry or do-not-solicit list. Residents who wish to discourage door-to-door solicitation can post no-soliciting signs on their property. While no-soliciting signs do not have specific legal force under the municipal code, they establish the property owner's intent. Solicitors who ignore posted signs and refuse to leave when asked may be cited for trespassing under California Penal Code Section 602. The San Mateo Police Department responds to complaints about persistent solicitors at the non-emergency number 650-522-7700. Religious and political canvassers are constitutionally protected but must also leave when asked.
No specific no-soliciting sign violation exists. Trespassing (refusal to leave) is enforceable under CA PC §602. Aggressive solicitation may result in additional charges.
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