Charitable Solicitations Act

The act regulates the solicitation of charitable contributions from the public, requiring charitable organizations, paid solicitors, and their agents to register with the state, renew that registration periodically, file financial statements, and make specified disclosures when asking for donations. It defines prohibited practices in charitable fundraising, governs contracts and accounting for charitable sales promotions, and sets standards for donation collection receptacles. Enforcement rests with a designated state official who may investigate, issue subpoenas and cease and desist orders, deny or revoke registrations, and seek injunctions, restitution, or penalties in court, while injured parties may pursue damages and certain organizations may claim statutory exemptions.

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