§ 1307. Distributing material at private premises—exceptions.

A.

It shall be unlawful and an offense for any person to throw, deposit or distribute any commercial or noncommercial handbill in or upon private premises, except by handing or transmitting any such handbill directly to the owner, occupant or other person present. Provided that, except where prohibited by Sections 1304, 1305 and 1306 of this chapter, a person may place or deposit a commercial or noncommercial handbill in or upon such private premises if it is contained in a plastic bag ventilated with airholes throughout the surface of the bag, or in an unventilated plastic bag no greater than six (6) inches in width, or if such handbill is so placed or deposited as to secure or prevent such handbill from being blown or drifted about such premises or sidewalks, streets or other public places.

B.

The provisions of this section shall not apply to the distribution of mail by the United States or to newspapers; provided that newspapers shall be placed on private property in such a manner as to prevent their being carried, scattered or deposited by the elements upon any street, sidewalk or other public place or upon private property.