It shall be a violation of this division for any franchisor, directly or indirectly, through any officer, agent or employee, to restrict or inhibit the right of franchisees to join a trade association or to prohibit the right of free association among franchisees for any lawful purposes. Notwithstanding Section 31410, a violation of this section shall not constitute a crime.
Cal. Corp. Code § 31220
Unfair Practices
Known as the Franchise Investment Law
The act spans §§ 31000–31528 (118 sections).
Added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 510.
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