The Town of Upton’s solicitation by-law requires all commercial for profit solicitors, canvassers and peddlers to apply to Police Department for a solicitation permit. Applications may be denied or permits revoked for the following reasons:
1. Fraud, misrepresentation or false statement contained in the application;
2. Fraud, misrepresentation or false statements made in the course of carrying on the business of solicitation;
3. Any violation of the bylaw
4. Conviction of any felony crime or classification as a Level 2 or Level 3 Sex Offender;
5. Conducting the business of soliciting, canvassing or peddling in an unlawful manner or in such a manner as to constitute a breach of the peace, menace to heath, safety or general welfare of the public.
The solicitation permit process does not apply to non-profit charitable organizations.
The below is a sample permit that must be displayed by solicitors while conducting business in the Town of Upton.
UPTON DAILY 