What specific Minnesota statutes regarding franchise termination and non-renewal must Bojangles comply with, and what are the required notice periods?

According to Bojangles's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, when operating in Minnesota, Bojangles must adhere to Minnesota Statute § 80C.14, Subdivisions 3, 4, and 5 regarding franchise termination and non-renewal. These statutes mandate that Bojangles provide a franchisee with specific notice periods before terminating or not renewing a franchise agreement.

Specifically, except in certain cases, Bojangles is required to give a franchisee 90 days' notice of termination, which includes a 60-day period to cure the reasons for termination. For non-renewal of a franchise agreement, Bojangles must provide the franchisee with 180 days' notice. Additionally, the statute addresses the transfer of a franchise, stipulating that consent to such a transfer cannot be unreasonably withheld.

These regulations are designed to protect franchisees by providing them with adequate time to address any issues that could lead to termination and to prepare for the end of their franchise agreement if it is not being renewed. The stipulations around franchise transfer also ensure fair treatment in the sale or transfer of the business. Bojangles's compliance with these statutes is integrated into the franchise agreement through an addendum for Minnesota franchisees.