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HomeCorporations CodeCh. 1§ 31203 Franchise Registration Violation Prohibition

§ 31203 Franchise Registration Violation Prohibition

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§ 31203 Franchise Registration Violation Prohibition

Key Takeaways

  • •You can't break any rules set by the commissioner about selling franchises.
  • •If the commissioner says you have to do something to sell a franchise, you must do it.
  • •Breaking these rules is against the law.

Example

You want to sell a fast-food franchise, but the commissioner says you must tell buyers about all the costs upfront.

If you hide some costs and don't follow the commissioner's rules, you're breaking the law.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 31203 Franchise Registration Violation Prohibition

It is unlawful for any person to violate any order of the commissioner or condition to the effectiveness of the registration of the offer or sale of franchises. (Added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 1400.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

unlawfulorder of the commissionerregistrationoffer or sale of franchises

Related Statutes

  • § 14023 Asset Purchase Restrictions
  • § 31201 Franchise Fraud Prohibition
  • § 101 Statutory Construction Rules
  • § 102 Corporation Applicability Scope
  • § 103 Federal Corporation Immunity

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Corporations Code. Section 31203.
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