Parma requires all door-to-door solicitors, peddlers, and canvassers to obtain a permit from the Police Department under Codified Ordinance Chapter 729. Permits require background check, photo ID badge, and are issued only for daytime hours. Political and religious canvassing is exempt under First Amendment protections.
Parma CO Chapter 729 (Solicitors and Peddlers) requires registration with Parma Police before door-to-door sales activity. Application requires proof of identity, fingerprints, employer information, and 25-50 dollar permit fee. Permit valid for 30-90 days typical. Solicitation hours limited to 9 AM - 6 PM (sunset in winter). Permit must be displayed on request. Non-commercial canvassing (political, religious, charitable) is exempt under Village of Stratton v. Watchtower Bible (2002).
Soliciting without permit: minor misdemeanor, up to 150 dollars per Parma CO 501.99. Fraudulent solicitation: first-degree misdemeanor referral. Violating hours or No Knock registry: cited by police.
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