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Pima County, AZ Soliciting & Door-to-Door: Solicitor Permits (2026)

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County Permit: Not required
Transient Merchants: ARS 44-1221 bond required
Charitable Solicitors: ARS 44-6551 registration
Trespassing: ARS 13-1502 (Class 3 misdemeanor)

City-specific rules exist: Sahuarita, Oro Valley, Marana, and Tucson have their own solicitor permits rules that differ from Pima County's county-level regulations. If you live in one of those cities, check the city-specific page instead.

Summary

No county solicitor permit required in unincorporated Pima County. Transient merchants must post a $50,000 bond under ARS 44-1221. Trespass law (ARS 13-1502) protects homeowners.

Full Breakdown

Unlike many incorporated cities in Arizona, unincorporated Pima County has no dedicated solicitor registration or permit ordinance. Door-to-door salespersons, canvassers, and charitable solicitors may operate without a county-issued permit. However, transient merchants selling goods door-to-door must comply with ARS 44-1221 through 44-1234, which requires filing a $50,000 surety bond with the Secretary of State and providing consumers with a 3-day right of cancellation. Charitable solicitors are separately governed by ARS 44-6551 (Arizona Charitable Solicitations Act), requiring registration with the Secretary of State. Aggressive or threatening solicitation may constitute disorderly conduct under ARS 13-2904. The Pima County Sheriff responds to trespassing complaints if solicitors refuse to leave private property after being asked.

Violations & Fines

Transient merchant violations under ARS 44-1234: Class 1 misdemeanor, up to $2,500 fine and 6 months jail. Trespassing: Class 3 misdemeanor under ARS 13-1502.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do solicitors need a permit in unincorporated Pima County?

No. Pima County does not issue solicitor permits. However, transient merchants must comply with state law (ARS 44-1221) requiring a surety bond, and charitable solicitors must register under ARS 44-6551.

What can I do about aggressive door-to-door salespeople?

Ask them to leave your property. If they refuse, they may be trespassing under ARS 13-1502. Call the Pima County Sheriff for enforcement in unincorporated areas.

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Pima County, AZ Soliciting & Door-to-Door: Solicitor Permits (2026)

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