Door-to-door solicitors and peddlers in Cedar Hill must register with the Police Department, undergo background checks, and carry a city-issued ID at all times.
Cedar Hill requires commercial door-to-door solicitors, peddlers, and itinerant merchants to obtain a permit from the Cedar Hill Police Department before operating. Application typically requires personal identification, employer information, a criminal background check, vehicle details, and a fee per solicitor. Permits must be carried and presented on request. Solicitation hours are generally limited to 9:00 a.m. to dusk (or 7:00-8:00 p.m.), and solicitors must immediately leave any property displaying a 'No Solicitors' sign. Religious, political, and charitable canvassing is constitutionally protected but registration may still be requested for safety. Violations carry Class C misdemeanor citations.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Cedar Hill code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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