Bus. & Prof. Code, § 20040.5 · Article 8. Venue of Disputes
Bus. & Prof. Code, § 20040.5
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Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
A provision in a franchise agreement restricting venue to a forum outside this state is void with respect to any claim arising under or relating to a franchise agreement involving a franchise business operating within this state.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1277, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1995.
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