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id: 5d90e8d9e0
section: cityhall
first_reported: 2026-11-05 18:16 CST
updated: 2026-11-08 22:14 CST
status: reported
outlets: 3
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# Metro Council weighs tougher penalties for door-to-door solicitors

Metro Council is considering an ordinance change that would increase penalties for door-to-door solicitors who violate the rules. It was scheduled for council consideration Thursday night.

Section: [City Hall](/nashville/section/politics.md) · Entities: [Metro Council](/nashville/wiki/metro-council.md)

## Coverage

- [WKRN News 2 (ABC)](https://www.wkrn.com/news/local-news/nashville/metro-council-considering-harsher-punishments-for-unwanted-solicitations/), 2026-11-05 18:16 CST: Metro Council considering harsher punishments for unwanted solicitations
- [WSMV 4 (NBC)](https://www.wsmv.com/2026/11/06/metro-council-moves-closer-stronger-penalties-door-to-door-solicitors-nashville-heres-what-know/), 2026-11-06 11:00 CST: Metro Council moves closer to stronger penalties for door-to-door solicitors in Nashville. Here’s what to know
- [FOX 17 WZTV](https://fox17.com/news/local/nashville-bill-to-crack-down-on-aggressive-door-to-door-solicitors), 2026-11-08 22:14 CST: Nashville bill to crack down on aggressive door-to-door solicitors

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