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Cheshire adopts broader definition of 'solicitor,' requires registration for door‑to‑door sellers
Summary
The Town of Cheshire approved amendments to Section 13‑32 to broaden the definition of 'solicitor' so that door‑to‑door sellers who take orders for future delivery or solicit contributions must register; the change closes a loophole that previously depended on payment at the door and takes effect 21 days after publication.
The Town of Cheshire on March 10 adopted an amendment to Section 13‑32 of its peddlers and solicitors ordinance that removes a payment‑at‑the‑door requirement from the definition of “solicitor,” expanding the set of door‑to‑door activities that require registration with the town.
Attorney Denafhrio, who presented the language at a public hearing earlier in the meeting, told the council the change is intended to close a loophole…
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