Is it illegal to do this...?

Question

If I pay a couple of kids to stand outside a company on the sidewalk and hold up signs advertising another company that pays better...is this illegal.

I know it's in bad taste but it's just a question and I want to know if I'm breaking the law in California

Thanks.

Answer 1

You need to check local laws. I would think you could peacefully demostrate in front of any where. AS long as its not privite property. good luck star

Answer 2

Tell the kids not to harass anyone entering or leaving the other business. They can be on the street/sidewalk that is a public venue, but they cannot be loud or obstruct the entrance/exit from the building.
Good luck.

Answer 3

You will need to check local laws. In El Cajon, CA, they have a law prohibit sidewalk advertising. It is supposed to be fore safety reasons. The legality of the law has not been tested in court. See the link below.

Answer 4

Sidewalk is the key word. If the sidewalk abuts a PUBLIC street, more than likely the sidewalk is public too. You are legal!

Answer 5

Many cities have zonning issues of public protesting or picketing. They may require a permit, insurance or a fee paid.
I would check with the local city court to be sure they don't have any real issue with it.

Answer 6

i don't think that they can do way thing about it. But thats not a very nice thing tho do, but then again, the other place is saving people money so that nice!! so you can do that if you really want to.

Answer 7

The general rule is that if you keep moving then it is acceptable.

Answer 8

its soliciting they can make you move away from their company

Answer 9

...only in california would one think of doing this