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Soliciting in the City of Santa Clara
SCPD Offers Crime Prevention Tips for Fraudulent or Unlawful Solicitation or Peddling.


Santa Clara Municipal Code 5.05.020 states that it is unlawful for any person to engage in solicitation or peddling activities within the City without first obtaining a permit issued by the Santa Clara Police Department. Follow the crime prevention tips below to protect yourself from fraudulent or unlawful solicitation or peddling:

• If a solicitor attempts to sell you something, requests a donation, or offers services for hire ask to see their permit. If a solicitor does not have a permit, immediately call the Santa Clara Police Department via the 24-hour non-emergency phone line at (408)615-5580.

• Do not allow anyone into your home that you do not know.

• Be a wise consumer! Don’t let an aggressive solicitor pressure you into making a decision.

• Beware of solicitations disguised as promotions offering instant prizes or awards designed solely to obtain your personal information or credit card numbers.

• Beware of scams and offers for home repair from drive-up workers who "just happen" to be in the neighborhood.

Santa Clara Municipal Code 5.05.190 - Observance of "No Solicitors" or "No Peddlers" signs states that it is unlawful for any solicitor or peddler to perform any solicitation activities at any residence where a sign is posted in public view with the words "No Solicitors" or "No Peddlers.”