Commercial solicitors in Westerville must obtain a Solicitor Permit from the Division of Police before door-to-door canvassing. Permits require background check, fee, and display of a photo ID badge. Religious and political canvassing is exempt under First Amendment protections.
Codified Ordinance Chapter 725 requires any person engaged in door-to-door sales, orders, or contracts for merchandise or services to register with the Westerville Division of Police. Applicants submit identification, employer information, product description, a criminal background check, and pay a permit fee (approximately 25 dollars per solicitor plus 50 dollars per company). Approved solicitors receive a numbered photo ID badge that must be worn visibly. Solicitation hours are 9 AM to 8 PM or sunset, whichever is earlier. No-solicitation stickers or signs at a residence must be honored. Religious, political, and charitable canvassers are exempt per Watchtower v. Stratton (2002).
Soliciting without a permit: minor misdemeanor up to 150 dollars per contact. Ignoring no-solicitation signs: criminal trespass.
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