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Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Alabama Department of Revenue

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Alaska Business Opportunity Law and Alaska Department of Revenue

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Arizona Department of Revenue

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Arkansas Franchise Practices Act. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration
 

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

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Colorado Department of Revenue

Registration Status:
Franchise Filing State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Connecticut Franchise Act. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Connecticut Department of Revenue Services and Connecticut Business Opportunity Investment Act

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Delaware Franchise Securities Act. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Delaware Division of Corporations

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
District of Columbia Office of Tax and Revenue

Registration Status:
Franchise Filing State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
The Florida Franchise Act. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:

Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Florida Department of Revenue

Florida Franchise Act:
Statute 686.201 - Sales representative contracts involving commissions; requirements; termination of agreement; civil remedies;

Statute 686.30 - Contract agreements for repair parts fro motor vehicles and trucks; termination must be done in good faith; definition of good cause; prohibited practices; failure to pay sum specified on cancellation of contract; liability

Statute 686.40 - Agricultural Equipment Manufacturers and Dealers Act

Statute 686.401 - Legislative finding and intent; construction of ss. 686.40-686.418

Statute 686.402 - Definitions of terms used in ss. 686.40-686.418

Statute 686.403 - Application of ss. 686.40-686.418

Statute 686.405 - Warranty agreements; claims; compensation of dealers

Statute 686.406 - Parts; availability; return

Statute 686.407 - Repurchase of inventory upon termination of franchise agreement; establishment
or relocation of dealership; sale or lease of new equipment

Statute 686.408 - Repurchase of inventory upon death or incapacity of dealer

Statute 686-409 - Compensation for inventory upon refusal to renew, termination of, or restriction on transfer of a franchise

Statute 686-41 - Indemnification of dealer with respect to legal actions

Statute 686.413 - Unlawful acts and practices

Statute 686.415 - Unenforceable contract or franchise agreement

Statute 686.417 - Remedies

Statute 686.418 - Effect of act on other remedies
 

Statute 686.501 - Definitions; ss. 686.501-686.506

Statute 686.502 - Cosignment relationship; notice; proceeds of sales held in trust; contract requirements

Statute 686.503 - Contract provisions

Statute 686.504 - Warranties by art dealers; written statement; terminology

Statute 686.505 - Construction of language

Statute 686.506 - Rights and liabilities, additional; merchant's liability

Statute 686.60 - Short title

Statute 686.601 - Legislative finding and intent; construction

Statute 686.602 - Definitions of terms used in ss. 686.601 - 686.614

Statute 686.603 - Application

Statute 686.604 - Warranty agreements; claims; compensation of dealers

Statute 686.605 - Parts; availability; return

Statute 686.606 - Repurchase of inventory upon termination of dealer agreement

Statute 686.607 - Repurchase of inventory upon dealth or incapacity of dealer;

Statute 686.608 - Compensation for inventory upon refusal to renew, ermination of, or restriction on transfer of a dealr agreement

Statute 686.609 - Idemnification of dealer with respect to legal actions

Statute 686.611 - Unlawful acts and practices

Statute 686.612 - Unenforceable contract or agreement

Statute 686.613 - Remedies

Statute 686.614 - Effect on act on other remedies

Statute 686.701 - Reimbursement of federal excise tax on motor fuel
 

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Georgia Franchise Act. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Georgia Fair Business Practices Act and Georgia Department of Revenue

Registration Status:
Franchise Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Hawaii Franchise Investment Law. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs

Useful Links:
Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs and the Hawaii Department of Taxation

Statutes from the Hawaii Franchise Investment Law

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Idaho Franchise Act. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links: Idaho State Tax Commission

Registration Status:
Franchise Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Illinois Franchise Disclosure Act. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Illinois Attorney General

Useful Links:
Illinois Attorney General and Illinois Department of Revenue

Statutes from the Illinois Franchise Disclosure Act

Registration Status:
Franchise Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Indiana Franchise Act. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Indiana Securities Division

Useful Links:
Indiana Business Opportunity Transactions, Indiana Taxes & Finance and Indiana Securities Division

Statutes from the Indiana Franchise Act

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Iowa Franchise Act. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Iowa Department of Revenue

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Kansas Responsible Franchise Practices Act. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Kansas Department of Revenue

Registration Status:
Franchise Filing State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Kentucky Sale of Business Opportunities (360.00..80 – 360.00.819) and the Kentucky Department of Revenue

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Louisiana Department of Revenue
 

Registration Status:
Franchise Filing State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Maine Regulation of the Sale of Business Opportunities and Maine Revenue Services

Registration Status:
Franchise Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Maryland Franchise Law. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Maryland Attorney General

Useful Links:
Maryland Attorney General and the Comptroller of Maryland

Statutes Relevant to Maryland Franchise Law:

Statute 02.02.08.01 - Definitions

Statute 02.02.08.02 - Franchise

Statute 02.02.08.03 – Franchise Fee

Statute 02.02.08.04 – Application for Registration

Statute 02.02.08.05 – Initial Registration

Statute 02.02.08.06 – Amendment of Registration

Statute 02.02.08.07 – Renewal of Registration

Statute 02.02.08.08 – Escrow Condition

Statute 02.02.08.09 – Advertising

Statute 02.02.08.10 - Exemptions

Statute 02.02.08.11 – Exemptions Form F-1

Statute 02.02.08.12 – Denial Suspension or Revocation of Registration or Exemption

Statute 02.02.08.13 – Financial Statements

Statute 02.02.08.14 – Reports by Registrants

Statute 02.02.08.15 – Franchisor Record

Statute 02.02.08.16 – Fraudulent and Prohibited Practices

Statute 02.02.08.17 – Interpretive Opinions

Statute 02.02.08.18 – Internet Offers

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Massachusetts Department of Revenue

Registration Status:
Franchise Registration State (notice only)

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Michigan Franchise Investment Law. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Michigan Attorney General

Useful Links:
Michigan Attorney General and Michigan Department of Treasury

Statutes relevant to Michigan franchise law:

Statute 445.1501 – Short Title; Construction

Statute 445.1502 - Definitions

Statute 445.1503 - Additional Definitions; Burden of Proof

Statute 445.1504 – Arrangement Between Franchisor and Franchisee to which Act Applicable; Making Offer or Sale of Franchise in State; Accepting Offer to Sell in State; Communication of Acceptance

Statute 445.1504a – Applicability of Law

Statute 445.1505 – Prohibited Conduct in Connection with Offer, Sale, or Purchase of Franchise

Statute 445.1505a – Franchise Opportunities Handbook

Statute 445.1506 – Exemption of Offer and Sale of Franchise from MCL 445.1507a and 445.1508; Circumstances; Compliance with MCL 445.1508

Statute 445.1507 – Excerpt of Repealed Law

Statute 445.1507a – Notice Required Prior to Offering for Sale or Selling Franchise; Fee; Forms and Contents of Notice; Indorsement, Return and Duration of Notice; Effect of Compliance; Penalty for Failure to File Notice; Duty of Franchisor with Effective Registration or Exemption from Registration; Validity and Enforceability of Franchise Documents; Written Notice of Filing Date and Penalties; Failure to Notify Franchisor

Statute 445.1508 – Prospective Franchisee to be Provided a Copy of Disclosure Statement, Notice, and Proposed Agreements; Forms and Content of Disclosure Statement; Location and Contents of Notice

Statute 445.1509 – 445.1511 – Excerpt of Repealed Law

Statute 445.1512 – Escrow of Initial Investment and Other Funds; Time; Security Bonds; Financial Institution as Escrow Agent; Release of Escrowed Funds; Affidavit

Statute 445.1513 – Conditions Prohibiting Offering for Sale or Selling Franchise

Statute 445.1514 – 445.1518 – Excerpt of Repealed Franchise Law

Statute 445.1519 – Filing Change in Information Contained in Notice 

Statute 445.1520 – Accounts of Franchise Sales; Reports; Examination of Records

Statute 445.1521 – Certain Facts Not to Constitute Finding or Approval; Representation Inconsistent with Section Prohibited

Statute 445.1522 – Service of Process

Statute 445.1523 – Untrue Statement, Omission or Failure to Give Notice of Change

Statute 445.1524 – Filing of Advertisement or Sales Literature; Exemption from Liability

Statute 445.1525 – Publication of False or Misleading Advertisement Prohibited

Statute 445.1526 – Excerpt of Repealed Franchise Law

Statute 445.1527 – Void and Unenforceable Provisions

Statute 445.1528 – Pyramid or Chain Promotion or Distribution
Statute 445.1529 & 445.1530 – Excerpt of Repealed Franchise Law

Statute 445.1531 – Liability for Damages or Rescission; Basis of Damages

Statute 445.1532 – Joint and Several Liability

Statute 445.1533 – Statute of Limitations

Statute 445.1534 – Civil Liability; Liability Under Other Statute of Common Law

Statute 445.1535 – Action by Department for Injunction, Restitution, or Compliance; Restraining Order; Writ of Mandamus; Appointment of Receiver or Conservator; Bond Not Required; Cost; Notice of Action; Opportunity to Cease and Desist or to Confer with Department; Presumption of Immediate and Irreparable Harm

Statute 445.1536 – Investigations; Statement Under Oath; Administration of Oaths and Affirmation; Subpoena; Evidence; Order Requiring Appearance; Self-Incrimination; Perjury; Contempt

Statute 445.1537 – Excerpt of Repealed Franchise Law 

Statute 445.1538 – Violation; Penalty; Punishing Crime Under Other Statute

Statute 445.1539 – Prohibited Conduct Equivalent to Appointment of Corporations and Securities Bureau as Attorney for Service of Process; Procedure for Service of Process

Statute 445.1540 – Collection and Disposition of Fees and Fines; Detailed Statement; Fee for Filing Notice Under MCL 445.1507a

Statute 445.1541 - Rules

Statute 445.1542 – Documents Subject to MCL 15.231 to 15.264; Publication of Information; Disclosure of Information Withheld from Public Inspection; Evidence Sought Under Subpoena

Statute 445.1543 – 445.1545 – Excerpt of Repealed Franchise Law

Statute 445.1546 – Prior Acts, Offenses, Rights, Liabilities, Forfeiture, or Punishments Not Impaired or Affected; Transfer of Records, Personnel and Funds  

Registration Status:
Franchise Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Minnesota Franchise Act. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Minnesota Department of Commerce

Useful Links:
Minnesota Department of Commerce and the Minnesota Department of Revenue

Statutes relevant to Minnesota franchise law:

Statute 80C.01 - Definitions

Statute 80C.02 – Registration Requirement

Statute 80C.03 - Exemptions

Statute 80C.04 – Application for Registration

Statute 80C.05 – Registration Provisions

Statute 80C.06 – Public Offering Statement

Statute 80C.07 – Amendment of Registration

Statute 80C.08 – Annual Report

Statute 80C.09 - Advertising

Statute 80C.10 – Books, Records and Accounts

Statute 80C.11 – Opinions, Appraisals, and Reports

Statute 80C.12 – Denial, Suspension or Revocation of Registrations or Exemptions

Statute 80C.13 – Prohibited Practices

Statute 80C.14 – Unfair Practices

Statute 80C.144 – Exempt Motor Fuel Franchises; Alternative Compliance

Statute 80C.145 – Motor Fuel Franchises; Right of Survivorship

Statute 80C.146 – Elimination of Service Bays Prohibited

Statute 80C.147 – Change in Ownership

Statute 80C.15 – Repealed Statute Summarized

Statute 80C.16 – Enforcement; Penalties and Remedies

Statute 80C.17 - Civil Liability

Statute 80C.18 – Administrative Pronouncements

Statute 80C.19 – Scope of Sections 80C.01 to 80C.22

Statute 80C.20 – Service of Process

Statute 80C.21 – Waivers Void

Statute 80C.22 – Commissioner’s Duties

Statute 80C.30 – Burglar Alarm Franchises

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Mississippi Department of Revenue

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Missouri Department of Revenue

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Montana Department of Revenue

Registration Status:
Franchise Filing State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Nebraska Franchise Practices Act (87-401 through 87-410). Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Nebraska Department of Banking and Finance and Nebraska Department of Revenue

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Nevada Department of Taxation

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
New Hampshire Department of Revenue Administration

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
New Jersey Franchise Practices Act (N.J.S.A. 56:10-1). Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
New Jersey Division of Taxation

Registration Status:
Franchise Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
New York Franchise Sales Act. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
New York Attorney General

Useful Links:
New York Attorney General and New York State Department of Taxation and Finance

Relevant Franchise Statutes in New York:

Statute 680 - Legislative Findings and Declaration of Policy

Statute 681 - Definitions

Statute 682 - Scope

Statute 683 - Disclosure Requirements

Statute 684 - Exceptions

Statute 685 - Escrow and Impoundments

Statute 686 - Designation of Secretary of State as Agent for Service of Process; Service of Process

Statute 687 - Fraudulent and Unlawful Practices

Statute 688 - Investigations

Statute 689 - Action by the Department of Law

Statute 690 - Violations and Penalties

Statute 691 - Civil Remedies

Statute 692 - Enforcement by Attorney General

Statute 693 - Immunity

Statute 694 - Administration

Statute 695 - Separability Clause; Construction

Registration Status:
Franchise Filing State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
North Carolina Department of Revenue

Registration Status:
Franchise Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
North Dakota Franchise Investment Law. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
North Dakota Securities Department

Useful Links:
North Dakota Securities Department and the North Dakota State Tax Commissioner

Relevant Franchise Statutes in North Dakota:

Statutes from the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Ohio Department of Taxation

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Oklahoma Business Opportunity Sales Act. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Oklahoma Tax Commission

Registration Status:
Franchise Regulation State (no filing)

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Oregon Revised Statute for Franchises and Oregon Administrative Rules for Franchises. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Oregon Finance & Corporate Securities Division

Useful Links:
Oregon Division of Finance and Corporate Securities

Relevant Franchising Statutes and Rules in Oklahoma:

ORS Chapter 650 – Oregon Revised Statutes for Franchises

OAR Chapter 441, Div. 325 - Oregon Administrative Rules for Franchises

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Pennsylvania Department of Revenue

Registration Status:
Franchise Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Rhode Island Franchise Investment Act. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation Securities Division

Useful Links:
State of Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation and the Rhode Island Division of Taxation

Relevant Franchise Statutes in Rhode Island:

Statute 19-28.1-1 – Short Title

Statute 19-28.1-2 – Legislative Intent

Statute 19-28.1-3 - Definitions

Statute 19-28.1-4 – Scope and Applicability

Statute 19-28.1-5 – Registration of Franchises

Statute 19-28.1-6 – Exemption from Registration

Statute 19-28.1-7 – Out of State Exemption

Statute 19-28.1-8 – Delivery Requirements

Statute 19-28.1-9 – General Registration Provisions

Statute 19-28.1-10 – Negotiated Changes Permitted

Statute 19-28.1-11 – Change in Information

Statute 19-28.1-12 - Advertising

Statute 19-28.1-13 – Books and Records

Statute 19-28.1-14 – Jurisdiction and Venue

Statute 19-28.1-15 – Waivers Void

Statute 19-28.1-16 – Franchisee’s Right to Associate

Statute 19-28.1-17 – Fraudulent, Deceptive and Prohibited Practices

Statute 19-28.1-18 - Enforcement

Statute 19-28.1-19 – Summary Action

Statute 19-28.1-20 – Criminal Prosecution

Statute 19-28.1-21 – Private Civil Actions

Statute 19-28.1-22 – Period of Limitation

Statute 19-28.1-23 – No Other Civil Liability

Statute 19-28.1-24 – Burden of Proof

Statute 19-28.1-25 – Hearings and Judicial Review

Statute 19-28.1-26 – Power of Director

Statute 19-28.1-27 – Rules, Orders, Forms and Interpretive Opinions

Statute 19-28.1-28 – Service of Process

Statute 19-28.1-29 – Fees

Statute 19-28.1-30 -  Appropriation

Statute 19-28.1-31 – Cooperation with Other Agencies or Organizations

Statute 19-28.1-32 – Filing of Documents

Statute 19-28.1-33 – Construction

Statute 19-28.1-34 – Severability  

Registration Status:
Franchise Filing State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
North Carolina Business Opportunity Sales and North Carolina Department of Revenue

Registration Status:
Franchise Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
South Dakota Franchise Investment Law. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
South Dakota Securities Division

Useful Links:
South Dakota Securities Division and the South Dakota Department of Revenue & Regulation

Statutes relevant to South Dakota franchise law:

Statute 37-5B-1 - Definitions

Statute 37-5B-2 - Jurisdiction

Statute 37-5B-3 – Offer or Sale Not Made in State

Statute 37-5B-4 – Notice Filing Required

Statute 37-5B-5 – Notice Filing Provisions

Statute 37-5B-6 – Amendments

Statute 37-5B-7 – Updating Disclosure Documents

Statute 37-5B-8 – Start-up Financial Statements

Statute 37-5B-9 – Phase-in of Financial Statements

Statute 37-5B-10 – Negotiation of Terms

Statute 37-5B-11 – Signed Receipt

Statute 37-5B-12 – Exemption from Chapter

Statute 37-5B-13 – Exemption from Notice Filing and Objections to Deliver Disclosure Document

Statute 37-5B-14 – Exemption from Notice Filing

Statute 37-5B-15 – Exemptions by Director

Statute 37-5B-16 – Thresholds

Statute 37-5B-17 – Delivery of Disclosure Document

Statute 37-5B-18 – Time of Delivery of Disclosure Document

Statute 37-5B-19 – Books and Records

Statute 37-5B-20 – Burden of Proof

Statute 37-5B-21 - Arbitration

Statute 37-5B-22 – Consent to Service of Process

Statute 37-5B-23 – Advertisement

Statute 37-5B-24 – Fraud – Class 4 Felony

Statute 37-5B-25 – Fraud – Class 6 Felony

Statute 37-5B-26 – Prohibited Practices

Statute 37-5B-27 – Director Approval Not Permitted

Statute 37-5B-28 – Administration

Statute 37-5B-29 – Promulgation of Rules

Statute 37-5B-30 – Opinions

Statute 37-5B-31 – Filed Documents

Statute 37-5B-32 – Records of Filings and Orders

Statute 37-5B-33 – Public and Nonpublic Records

Statute 37-5B-34 – Copies of notice Filings and Orders

Statute 37-5B-35 – Investigations

Statute 37-5B-36 – Request for Information

Statute 37-5B-37 – Subpoena Powers

Statute 37-5B-38 – Immunity

Statute 37-5B-39 – Unauthorized Use of Information – Misdemeanor

Statute 37-5B-40 – Cooperation with Other Agencies

Statute 37-5B-41 – Cease and Desist Orders

Statute 37-5B-42 – Order to Show Cause

Statute 37-5B-43 – Civil Penalty

Statute 37-5B-44 – Order or Request for Hearing

Statute 37-5B-45 – Effect of Order Without Hearing

Statute 37-5B-46 – Affirmance, Modification, or Vacation of Order

Statute 37-5B-47 – Civil Action by Attorney General

Statute 37-5B-48 – Injunctive Relief

Statute 37-5B-49 – Civil Damages or Rescission

Statute 37-5B-50 – Limitation of Actions

Statute 37-5B-51 – Pending Actions and Actions Based on Prior Conduct

Statute 37-5B-52 – Prior Registrations and Rulings

Statute 37-5B-52 – Prior Offers and Sales

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Tennessee Franchise Disclosure Act. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Tennessee Department of Revenue

Registration Status:
Franchise Filing State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Texas Business Opportunity Disclosure Law and Texas Comptroller Office

Registration Status:
Franchise Filing State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Utah Business Opportunity Disclosure Act and Utah State Tax Commission

Registration State:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Vermont Department of Taxes

Registration Status:
Franchise Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Code of Virginia – Securities Act, Code of Virginia – Franchising Act, of and Code Virginia Trademarks & Servicemarks Act. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Virginia Division of Securities & Retail Franchising

Useful Links:
Commonwealth of Virginia State Corporation Commission and the Virginia Department of Taxation

Statutes relevant to Virginia franchise law:

Virginia Securities Act:

Statute 13.1-501 – Definitions

Statute 13.1-502 – Unlawful Offers and Sales

Statute 13.1-503 – Unlawful Advice

Statute 13.1-504 –Registration

Statute 13.1-504.1 – Brokerage Services of Savings and Loan Associations, Savings Banks or Service Corporations of Either; When Registration Not Required

Statute 13.1-504.2 – Broker-dealer Services Provided by Credit Unions; When Registration Not Required

Statute 13.1-505 – Procedure for Registration

Statute 13.1-505.1 – Post-registration Provisions

Statute 13.1-506 – Revocation of Registration

Statute 13.1-507 – Registration Requirement; Exemptions

Statute 13.1-508 – Registration by Notification

Statute 13.1-509 – Registration by Coordination

Statute 13.1-510 – Registration by Qualification

Statute 13.1-511 – Effectiveness and Reports

Statute 13.1-512 – Repealed Act (Description Unavailable)

Statute 13.1-513 – Stop Orders

Statute 13.1-514 – Exemptions

Statute 13.1-514.1 – Exemption of Certain Securities by Order of Commission

Statute 13.1-514.2 – Primacy of Virginia Law to be Maintained

Statute 13.1-515 – Advertising

Statute 13.1-516 – Misleading Filing

Statute 13.1-517 – Consent to Service of Process

Statute 13.1-518 – Investigations; Confidentiality of Information and Documents

Statute 13.1-518.1 – Broker-dealers and Investment Advisors to File Certain Reports with Commission

Statute 13.1-519 – Injunctions

Statute 13.1-520 – Crimes

Statute 13.1-520.1 – Commission May Transmit Record or Complaint to Locality Where Violation Occurred

Statute 13.1-521 – Violations Punishable by the Commission

Statute 13.1-522 – Civil Liabilities

Statute 13.1-523 – Rules and Forms

Statute 13.1-523.1 – Commission Authority to Regulate Securities and Investment Advisory Activities

Statute 13.1-524 – Certain Records of Commission Available to Public; Admissibility of Copies; Destruction

Statute 13.1-525 – Official Interpretations

Statute 13.1-525.1 – Fees to Cover Expense of Regulation

Statute 13.1-526 – Transition

Statute 13.1 527 – Short Title

Statute 13.1-527.01 – Severability Clause

Statute 13.1-527.1 – Division Created; Duties

Statute 13.1-527.2 – Attorneys, Employees and Consultants

Statute 13.1-527.3 – Commission to Provide Technical Assistance

Virginia Retail Franchising Act:

Statute 13.1-557 – Short Title

Statute 13.1-558 – Policy of the Commonwealth

Statute 13.1-559 – Definitions; Applicability of Chapter

Statute 13.1-560 – Registration Required

Statute 13.1-561 – Procedure for Registration; Bond; Renewal; Fee

Statute 13.1-561.1 – Fees to Cover Expense of Regulation

 Statute 13.1-562 – Revocation of or Refusal to Renew Registration

Statute 13.1-563 – Unlawful Offers

Statute 13.1-564 – Unlawful Cancellation of Franchise; Undue Influence

Statute 13.1-565 – Voidable Franchises

Statute 13.1-566 – Service of Process on Nonresident Franchisor

Statute 13.1-567 – Investigations; Confidentiality of Information and Documents

Statute 13.1-568 – Injunctions

Statute 13.1-569 – Crimes

Statute 13.1-569.1 – Commission May Transmit Record or Complaint to Locality Where Violation Occurred

Statute 13.1-570 – Violations Punishable by Commission

Statute 13.1-571 – Civil Remedies

Statute 13.1-572 – Rules and Forms

Statute 13.1-573 – Certain Records of Commission Available to Public; Admissibility of Copies; Destruction

Statute 13.1-574 – Effective Date

Virginia Retail Franchise Act Rules:

Statute 21VAC5-110-10 - Definitions

Statute 21VAC5-110-20 – Preliminary Statement

Statute 21VAC5-110-30 – Registration Application; Documents to File; Interim Financial Statements

Statute 21VAC5-110-40 – Pre-effective and Post-effective Amendments to the Registration

Statute 21VAC5-110-50 – Expiration; Application to Renew the Registration; Interim Financial Statements

Statute 21VAC5-110-55 – The Franchise Disclosure Document

Statute 21VAC5-110-60 – Automatic Effectiveness (Optional)

Statute 21VAC5-110-65 – Escrow and Deferral

Statute 21VAC5-110-70 – Consent to Service of Process

Statute 21VAC5-110-75 – Exemptions

Statute 21VAC5-110-80 – General Requirements for Preparation of Disclosure Documents; Master Franchises; Electronic Disclosure

Statute 21VAC5-110-85 – Disclosure of Confidential Information

Statute 21VAC5-110-90 – Repealed Franchise Law

Statute 21VAC5-110-95 – Requirements for Franchise Disclosure Document Preparation

Registration Status:
Franchise Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Washington State Department of Financial Institutions

Useful Links:
Washington State Department of Financial Institutions and Washington State Department of Revenue

Statutes relevant to Washington franchise law:

Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act

Statute 19.100.010 RCW – Definitions

Statute 19.100.020 RCW – Unlawful in Certain Instances to Sell or Offer to Sell Franchise if Unregistered or Not Exempt

Statute 19.100.030 RCW – Exemptions from Registration Requirements

Statute 19.100.040 RCW – Registration of Franchise Brokers Required

Statute 19.100.050 RCW – Escrow or Impoundment of Franchise Fees as Registration Condition – Rules or Orders – Procedure to Rescind

Statute 19.100.060 RCW – Registration Statement – Effective, When 

Statute 19.100.070 RCW Registration – Claim of Exemption Filing – Duration – Renewal – Supplemental Report

Statute 19.100.080 RCW – Delivery of Offering Circular and Amendments Required

Statute 19.100.090 RCW – Filings, Registration, or Finding of Director – Construction

Statute 19.100.100 RCW – Advertisements – Copy to be Filed

Statute 19.100.110 RCW – Advertisements – False or Misleading – Notice – Procedure

Statute 19.100.120 RCW – Registration Statement – Stop Order - Grounds

Statute 19.100.130 RCW – Registration Statement – Stop Order – Notice – Hearing – Modification or Vacation of Order

Statute 19.100.140 RCW – Registration of Franchise Brokers Required

Statute 19.100.150 RCW – Records and Accounts – Reports

Statute 19.100.160 RCW – Application of Chapter – Jurisdiction – Service of Process - Consent

Statute 19.100.170 RCW - Violations

Statute 19.100.180 RCW – Relation Between Franchisor and Franchisee – Rights and Prohibitions

Statute 19.100.184 RCW – Terms and Conditions from Negotiations Initiated by Franchisee

Statute 19.100.190 RCW – Unfair or Deceptive Acts – Suits for Damages – Violations of Other Acts, Use in Evidence

Statute 19.100.200 RCW – Pendency of Other Proceedings Tolls Limitation of Action

Statute 19.100.210 RCW – Violations – Injunctions – Assurance of Discontinuance – Civil and Criminal Penalties – Chapter Nonexclusive

Statute 19.100.220 RCW -  Exceptions or Exemptions – Burden of Proof – Waivers of Compliance Void – Settlement Release or Waiver – Chapter as Fundamental Policy

Statute 19.100.230 RCW – Referral of Evidence to Attorney General or Prosecuting Attorney

Statute 19.100.240 RCW – Fees

Statute 19.100.242 RCW – Investigations by Director

Statute 19.100.245 RCW – Investigatory Powers – Proceedings for Contempt

Statute 19.100.248 RCW – Cease and Desist Orders

Statute 19.100.250 RCW – Powers of Director as to Rules, Forms, Orders and Defining Terms – Interpretive Opinions

Statute 19.100.252 RCW – Denial, Suspension, or Revocation of Franchise Broker by Director

Statute 19.100.255 RCW – Denial, Suspension, or Revocation of Exemption by Director

Statute 19.100.260 RCW – Applicability of Administrative Procedure Act

Statute 19.100.270 RCW – Administrator of Securities

Statute 19.100.900 RCW – Chapter Applicable to Existing and Future Franchises and Contracts

Statute 19.100.910 RCW – Chapter Cumulative and Nonexclusive

Statute 19.100.920 RCW – Effective Date – 1971 ex.s c252

Statute 19.100.930 RCW – Severability – 1971 ex.s. c 252

Statute 19.100.931 RCW – Severability – 1972 ex.s. c 116

Statute 19.100.932 RCW – Severability – 1979 ex.s. c 13

Statute 19.100.940 RCW – Short Title  

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
West Virginia State Tax Department

Registration Status:
Franchise Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Wisconsin Franchise Investment Law. Also refer to the FTC Franchise Rule. 

Relevant Registration Entity:
State of Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions

Useful Links:
State of Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions and Wisconsin Department of Revenue

Statutes relevant to Wisconsin franchise law:

Statute 553.01 - Titles and Definitions: Short Title

Statute 553.02 - Titles and Definitions: Definitions

Statute 53.21 - Registration of Franchises: Registration Requirement

Statute 553.22 - Registration of Franchises: Excluded Franchises

Statute 553.23 - Registration of Franchises: Private Franchisee and Subfranchisor Sales Exempted

Statute 553.235 - Registration of Franchises: Experienced Franchisee Exempt Transactions

Statute 553.24 - Registration of Franchises: Exemption Proceedings

Statute 553.25 - Registration of Franchises: Exemption by Division

Statute 553.26 - Registration of Franchises: Registration by Notification

Statute 553.27 - Registration of Franchises: General Registration Provisions; Offering Circulars; Consent to Service of Process

Statute 553.28 - Registration of Franchises: Denial, Suspension and Revocation of Registrations

Statute 553.31 - Registration of Franchises: Amendment to Franchise Registration Statement

Statute 553.41 - Fraudulent and Prohibited Practices

Statute 553.51 - Enforcement and General Provisions: Civil Liability; Sale in Violation

Statute 553.52 - Enforcement and General Provisions: Criminal Penalties

Statute 553.54 - Enforcement and General Provisions: Injunctions

Statute 553.55 - Enforcement and General Provisions: Investigation and Subpoenas

Statute 553.56 - Enforcement and General Provision: Enforcement and Judicial Review

Statute 553.57 - Enforcement and General Provision: Enforcement of Criminal Penalties

Statute 553.58 - Enforcement and General Provision: Rules, Forms and Orders

Statute 553.59 - Enforcement and General Provision: Scope of Chapter

Statute 553.60 - Enforcement and General Provision: Miscellaneous Powers

Statute 553.605 - Enforcement and General Provision: Administrative Assessments; Investor Education

Statute 553.71 - Administration: Administration

Statute 553.72 - Administration: Fees and Expenses

Statute 553.73 - Administration: Service of Process

Statute 553.74 - Administration: Open Records; Publication

Statute 553.75 - Administration: Administrative Files and Opinions

Statute 553.76 - Administration: Waiver or Compliance Void

Statute 553.78 - Administration: Preemption

Registration Status:
Non-Registration State

Relevant State Franchise Law(s):
Not Applicable. Refer to the FTC Franchise Rule.

Relevant Registration Entity:
Not Applicable

Useful Links:
Wyoming Department of Revenue