The City of Albertville announced on Apr. 22 new guidelines and reminders for residents regarding door-to-door sales as the spring season brings an increase in such activity.
The announcement is intended to help residents stay safe and informed about their rights when approached by peddlers, solicitors, or transient merchants. The city said that all peddlers and transient merchants are required to register with the City of Albertville and must obtain a city-issued license before selling within the community. This license must always be visible during sales activities.
According to the city, information about how to obtain a license or view a list of current license holders can be found on its website. Groups involved in charitable, religious, political, or educational activities that are registered with Minnesota do not need licenses but should carry identification.
Residents who wish to avoid solicitation at home have several options: they may place a “No Soliciting” sign at their main entrance, refuse to open the door, or ask solicitors to leave. The city emphasized that solicitors must comply with requests to leave and cannot remain on private property if asked.
Additional safety guidelines include asking solicitors for their city-issued license, never allowing strangers inside one’s home for any reason—including bathroom use or product demonstrations—and keeping interactions brief. Residents are also advised to watch for suspicious behavior such as individuals testing door handles or peering into windows and backyards.
Aggressive or threatening behavior from solicitors should be reported immediately by calling 911. Suspicious but non-threatening activity can be reported through Wright County Dispatch at 763-682-1162; residents are encouraged to provide descriptions and travel directions when making reports.
