§ 14-202. Legislative policy

MD Bus Reg Code § 14-202 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    The General Assembly finds that:

(1)    the widespread sale of franchises has created many investment and business problems; and

(2)    franchisees have suffered substantial losses when the franchisor or its representative has not given complete information about:

(i)    the franchisor-franchisee relationship;

(ii)    the franchise agreement; and

(iii)    the business experience of the franchisor or its representative.

(b)    The intent of this subtitle is to:

(1)    give each prospective franchisee necessary information about any franchise offer;

(2)    prohibit the sale of franchises if the sale would lead to fraud or a likelihood that the franchisor’s representations would not be fulfilled; and

(3)    protect the franchisor-franchisee relationship.