Hudson Valley Town Implements ‘Do Not Knock’ Registry

A Hudson Valley town has created a way to let residents opt-out of getting solicitors knocking on their doors.

The "Do Not Knock" registry, aimed at silencing pushy sales people and other unwanted solicitors, was passed in the Town of Orangetown last week. The Rockland County community already had a law on the books requiring peddlers to register with the town before knocking on residents' doors. Now, those sales people will be given a list of forbidden addresses.

Those who no longer want to be visited by sellers can put their names on a list that all registered peddlers will required to follow. Violators will face steep fines and risk losing their license.

Residents can sign up for the list by visiting the Town Clerk's office. After submitting their address, those on the registry will be given a decal that they can display on their door, warning solicitors to stay away.

According to the Orangetown Supervisor, Andy Stewart, being on the registry will not stop religious organizations from ringing your doorbell. Jehovah's Witnesses, missionaries and other non-profit groups are not required to register with the town or follow the Do Not Knock law.

And don't worry about being passed over for cookies either, The Girl Scouts and other charitable organizations are also immune from having to follow the registry.

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