There is a state law prohibiting “corrupt practices of bribery by any person other than candidates.”

130-1. License required. No person, firm or corporation, operating as either an itinerant or permanent dealer, as defined in § 130-2 herein, may purchase gold, silver, platinum, platinum-plated or pewter, including but not limited to such items as tableware or other household items, watches, jewelry or coins, without a license as provided for herein.