# § 47-2 Findings and declarations.

Current through 2026-07-17. Source: City of Balt., Md., Ord. 26-129. Published by the Baltimore City Department of Legislative Reference.

## § 47-2 Findings and declarations.

Balt., Md., Code art. 19, § 47-2 (2026)

The Mayor and City Council:

(1) finds and declares that aggressive soliciting and soliciting in certain places and circumstances have a detrimental effect on the creation of a safe environment in the City of Baltimore; and

(2) finds that restricting certain acts, without prohibiting soliciting, is a necessary exercise of the police, health, and welfare power in order to maintain the peace and good government of Baltimore City and to preserve and protect the rights of all citizens.

*History: Ord. 93-275*

*History: Ord. 94-447*

*History: Ord. 04-672*