Saturday, March 13, 2010
Solicitation Shield Law Introduced
KENTUCKY...
Senator Ray S. Jones II, D-Pikeville, filed legislation Tuesday that he says will help to shield victims of accidents and disasters from predators. Senate Bill 183 seeks to protect these victims from unwanted predatory solicitations in the 30 days following the tragedy. Jones filed the bill before taking a medical leave from the Senate for a scheudled surgical procedure. The bill prohibits solicitations from any person who performs professional or occupational services pursuant to a license, permit, or other authority issued or granted by the Commonwealth, including lawyer and health care providers. The bill does not prohibit advertising directed at the public, a solicitation made by virtue of a prior business relationship, or a referral made by a friend or relative. Violation of the bill’s provisions is a Class A misdemeanor, and may also subject the violator to professional discipline within their profession or occupation.
Senator Ray S. Jones II, D-Pikeville, filed legislation Tuesday that he says will help to shield victims of accidents and disasters from predators. Senate Bill 183 seeks to protect these victims from unwanted predatory solicitations in the 30 days following the tragedy. Jones filed the bill before taking a medical leave from the Senate for a scheudled surgical procedure. The bill prohibits solicitations from any person who performs professional or occupational services pursuant to a license, permit, or other authority issued or granted by the Commonwealth, including lawyer and health care providers. The bill does not prohibit advertising directed at the public, a solicitation made by virtue of a prior business relationship, or a referral made by a friend or relative. Violation of the bill’s provisions is a Class A misdemeanor, and may also subject the violator to professional discipline within their profession or occupation.
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