§ 74-6. Unlawful acts.  


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  • (a)

    As used in this section, the term "premises" means any part of the buildings located on a lot or parcel of land utilized for living purposes.

    (b)

    In addition to any other prohibition contained in this chapter, it shall be unlawful for any professional solicitor to:

    (1)

    Enter the premises of a private resident for the purpose of soliciting funds after the property owner has given notice, either by posting such notice on the property or by placing such notice in a newspaper of general circulation in the area, that such owner is not interested in being approached by any person engaged in or soliciting funds.

    (2)

    Enter the premises of a private resident for the purpose of soliciting funds between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.

    (3)

    Fail to display the permit issued pursuant to this chapter while engaged in the activity for which the permit was issued.

    (4)

    Use any misrepresentation or false statement to solicit funds.

    (5)

    Solicit any contribution from the public for any charitable purpose unless a permit has been issued to the professional soliciting such solicitation.

    (6)

    Make or perpetrate any misleading statements, deception or fraud in connection with any solicitation of any contribution for any charitable purpose or purported charitable purpose.

    (7)

    Use the fact that he has a charitable solicitation permit so as to lead the public to believe that such permit constitutes an endorsement or approval by the county.

    (8)

    Commingle contributed funds with that of his own funds.

(Code 1970, §§ 16½-57, 16½-61; Ord. No. 92-05, §§ 7, 11, 4-15-92)