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Contra Costa County, CA Soliciting & Door-to-Door: Solicitor Permits (2026)

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Code: CCC Ch. 54-6
Permit issuer: CCC Sheriff
Hours: 9 AM - sunset
Non-commercial: No permit (1A protected)
Max fine: $500

City-specific rules exist: Richmond, Concord, Antioch, Oakley, Pittsburg, Martinez, Brentwood, San Ramon, and Walnut Creek have their own solicitor permits rules that differ from Contra Costa County's county-level regulations. If you live in one of those cities, check the city-specific page instead.

Summary

CCC Code Chapter 54-6 regulates door-to-door solicitors. Commercial solicitors must obtain a County permit and carry photo ID. Hours limited to 9 AM to sunset. No-soliciting signs must be honored.

Full Breakdown

Contra Costa County Ordinance Code Chapter 54-6 regulates commercial door-to-door solicitors. Commercial solicitors (magazine sales, home improvement, alarm systems) must apply for a Solicitor's Permit from the County Sheriff's Office, submit to fingerprinting and a background check, and carry photographic identification while soliciting. Soliciting hours are limited to 9:00 AM to sunset (or earlier posted household time). Solicitors must immediately leave a premises displaying a 'No Soliciting' or 'No Trespassing' sign and cannot ring the bell or knock at such properties. Federal Supreme Court precedent (Watchtower v. Stratton, 2002) prohibits permit requirements for non-commercial canvassing including religious, political, and charitable solicitation — these activities remain protected by the First Amendment. Violations are infractions with fines up to $500 and can lead to permit revocation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do religious or political canvassers need a permit?

No. Per Watchtower v. Village of Stratton, permit requirements for non-commercial canvassing violate the First Amendment.

Can I ask a solicitor to leave?

Yes. Once asked to leave or if a No Soliciting sign is posted, they must leave immediately or face trespass charges.

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