Within the 10-year period immediately preceding the application for registration, has any party been convicted of a felony or pleaded nolo contendere to a felony charge related to violation of a franchise, antifraud, or securities law; fraud; embezzlement; fraudulent conversion or misappropriation of property; or unfair or deceptive practices or comparable allegations regarding the Aerus franchise?

According to Aerus's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, no party involved with Aerus has been convicted of a felony or pleaded nolo contendere to a felony charge, within the 10-year period before the franchise registration application, that relates to franchise law violations, fraud, embezzlement, misappropriation of property, or unfair practices. This extends to comparable allegations.

Specifically, this statement confirms that Aerus, its executives, and other related parties have not faced criminal convictions or no contest pleas for felonies related to financial impropriety or violations of franchise, antifraud, or securities laws in the recent past. This assurance is crucial for prospective franchisees as it speaks to the integrity and legal compliance of the Aerus franchise system's leadership.

This disclosure provides a level of comfort for potential franchisees, suggesting a stable and legally compliant franchisor. However, it is essential for franchisees to conduct their own due diligence, including consulting with legal and financial advisors, to fully assess the risks and benefits of investing in an Aerus franchise.