It shall be unlawful for any person to panhandle, or to solicit the sale of goods or services, in an aggressive manner in a public area, in violation of the following:
(a) By coming within three feet of the person solicited, until that person has indicated that he or she wishes to make a donation;
(b) By blocking the path of the person solicited, or other pedestrians, along a sidewalk or street;
(c) By following a person who walks or drives away from the solicitor;
(d) By using profane, intimidating or abusive language or gestures, either during the solicitation or following a refusal, walk-away or drive-away;
(e) By soliciting in a group of three or more persons;
(f) While under the influence of alcohol or any illegal narcotic or controlled substance; or
(g) Using any device, for the purpose of amplifying speech or sound, or facilitating the amplification of speech or sound, except if granted a permit by the City in compliance with Section 648.05 of the City's Codified Ordinances.
(Ord. 1639. Passed 6-8-10.)