For the purpose of this chapter, the following definition shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
SOLICITOR.
(1) Every person by whatever name who is engaged in the:
(a) Seeking to obtain orders for the purchase of goods, wares, merchandise, foodstuffs or services of any kind, character or description whatever for any kind of consideration whatever;
(b) Seeking to obtain subscriptions to books, magazines, periodicals, newspapers and every other type or kind of publication; or
(c) Seeking to obtain gifts or contributions of money, clothing or any other valuable thing for the support or benefit of any charitable or non-profit association, organization, corporation or project.
(2) Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, the term SOLICITOR shall not be construed to include any person, firm or corporation personally invited to a residence or business establishment by an occupant thereof prior to the person, firm or corporation entering upon the premises. For this purpose a notice as provided in § 123.08(B) shall not be considered a personal invitation.
(1980 Code, § 19.802)