When does the selling of books, flowers, candy and similar items become a solicitation?
A . The sale of, or offer or attempt to sell, a membership or an advertisement, advertising space, book, card, tag, coupon, device, magazine, merchandise, subscription, flower, ticket, candy, cookie or other tangible item is a solicitation if it is in connection with any of the following: 1. A request for financial support for a charitable organization or charitable purpose. 2. The use of or reference to the name of a charitable organization as a reason for making a purchase. 3. A statement that all or a part of the proceeds from the sale will be used for a charitable purpose or will benefit a charitable organization.
