The River Oaks Neighborhood does not allow solicitation of any kind or sort, including, but not limited to door-to-doors sales, presentations, etc. (this includes trespassing or loitering).

There are many unscrupulous people going door-to-door these days. Due to the number of scams being run, we suggest that you do not to buy anything from these people. Most legitimate companies (security companies, satellite TV, home improvement services, roofing/siding, etc.) do not send people door-to-door. Reputable companies only send out people if you call them and request more information.

If a person comes to your door trying to sell you something, it is best to tell them you are not interested and ask them to leave. Also tell them that solicitation is not permitted in our neighborhood and ask them to leave the neighborhood. Also, call the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office at 336-641-2300 and let them know there are people going door-to-door so that our neighborhood police officers can drive through the neighborhood and check on them. Try to get a description of the person and what color/type of car they are driving and what direction they are headed, if possible.

On rare occasions, some of these door-to-door sales people are not really selling anything. They may be potential burglars checking to see if anyone is home. So, if you are at home, but are not comfortable opening the door to these salesmen, please let them know that someone is home by saying: “I can’t come to the door right now, please go away.”

No Soliciting Signs for the Neighborhood

The sign above has been posted on the two entrances from Highway 68. You may also consider putting a “No Soliciting” sign on your front door or for your walkway. If you have a “No Soliciting” sign on your door and someone still solicits you for business, it is a crime. If that happens, please call the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office at 336-641-2300 with a description of the person. You may purchase self-adhesive signs at a home improvement store, hardware store or discount store.

Please note: No signs should be placed at the street except “For Sale” or “For Rent”, in accordance with our Restrictive Covenants.

The Law

According to North Carolina law, it is considered trespassing if a person enters or stays on your property if you ask that person to leave or if you have a “No Soliciting” sign on your property.

North Carolina Statute GS 14-159.13 for Second Degree Trespass

(a) Offense. – A person commits the offense of second degree trespass if, without authorization, he enters or remains on premises of another:

1. After he has been notified not to enter or remain there by the owner, by a person in charge of the premises, by a lawful occupant, or by another authorized person; or
2. That are posted, in a manner reasonably likely to come to the attention of intruders, with notice not to enter the premises.

(b) Classification. – Second degree trespass is a Class 3 misdemeanor.