Waltham residents can post No Soliciting or No Knock signs to prohibit commercial canvassers from knocking. Solicitors must honor posted signs or face permit revocation and trespass enforcement.
Waltham recognizes residents right to refuse door-to-door solicitation by posting clear signage at the entrance of their property. A visible No Soliciting, No Knock, or Do Not Disturb sign legally instructs commercial solicitors not to approach the door or knock. Solicitors who ignore posted signs can have their city-issued permit revoked, face fines, and be charged with trespass after notice under MGL c.266 s.120. Some Massachusetts communities maintain a do-not-knock registry that solicitors must check before canvassing; Waltham residents should inquire with the License Commission about any registry or simply rely on posted signs. Political, religious, and charitable canvassers are typically protected by the First Amendment and can still approach, though courteous canvassers generally respect signage. Complaints about solicitors who ignore signs should be reported to Waltham Police at (781) 314-3600 with time, description, and company name.
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