Section 322A.19 - Jurisdiction.

IA Code § 322A.19 (2019) (N/A)
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322A.19 Jurisdiction.

1. A condition, stipulation, or provision in a franchise restricting jurisdiction to a forum outside this state is void.

2. A condition, stipulation, or provision in a franchise providing that the franchisee consents to the jurisdiction of a forum outside this state is void.

3. A civil action or proceeding arising out of a franchise may be commenced wherever jurisdiction over the parties or subject matter exists, even if the franchise limits actions or proceedings to a designated jurisdiction.

2010 Acts, ch 1081, §3