California Franchise Law
Registration Status:
Franchise Registration State
Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
California Franchise Investment Law. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.
Relevant Registration Entity:
California Department of Corporations
Useful Links:
California Department of Corporations, the California Franchise Tax Board and the California Seller Assisted Marketing Plan
California Statutes that Apply to Franchising:
Statute 31000 – 31019 - Definitions
Statute 31100 – 31109.1 - Exemptions
Statute 31110 – 31125 - Disclosure
Statute 31150 – 31157 – General Provisions
Statute 31200 – 31204 – Fraudulent Practices
Statute 31210 – 31211 – Prohibited Practices
Statute 31220 – Unfair Practices
Statute 31300 – 31360 – Civil Liability
Statute 31400 – 31408 – Powers of the Commissioner
Statute 31410 – 31412 – Crimes
Statute 31420 – Service of Process
Statue 31500 – 51506 - Administration
Statue 31510 – 51516 – General Provisions
