For Circle K franchises in Minnesota, what specific Minnesota statutes and regulations are referenced in the addendum?
Circle_K Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
nducement, or (ii) disclaiming reliance on any statement made by any franchisor, franchise seller, or other person acting on behalf of the franchisor. This provision supersedes any other term of any document executed in connection with the franchise.
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- In all other respects, the Franchise Agreement will be construed and enforced according to its terms.
Franchisor: TMC Franchise Corporation
ADDENDUM TO FRANCHISE DISCLOSURE DOCUMENT FOR THE STATE OF MINNESOTA
The following information applies to franchises and franchisees subject to Minnesota statutes and regulations:
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- Minnesota Statutes, Section 80C.21 and Minnesota Rules 2860.4400(J) prohibit the franchisor from requiring litigation to be conducted outside Minnesota, requiring waiver of a jury trial, or requiring the franchisee to consent to liquidated damages, termination penalties or judgment notes. In addition, nothing in the Franchise Disclosure Document or agreement(s) can abrogate or reduce (1) any of the franchisee's rights as provided for in Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 80C or (2) franchisee's rights to any procedure, forum, or remedies provided for by the laws of the jurisdiction.
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- With respect to franchises governed by Minnesota law, the franchisor will comply with Minnesota Statutes, Section 80C.14, Subd. 3-5, which require (except in certain specified cases) (1) that a franchisee be given 90 days notice of termination (with 60 days to cure) and 180 days notice for non- renewal of the franchise agreement and (2) that consent to the transfer of the franchise will not be unreasonably withheld.
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Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 100)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Circle K's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the addendum for Minnesota franchises references several specific Minnesota statutes and regulations. These references aim to ensure that the franchise agreement complies with Minnesota law and protects the rights of franchisees within the state.
Specifically, the addendum mentions Minnesota Statutes Section 80C.21 and Minnesota Rules 2860.4400(J), which prohibit Circle K from requiring litigation to occur outside of Minnesota, mandating jury trial waivers, or requiring franchisees to consent to liquidated damages, termination penalties, or judgment notes. It also states that nothing in the franchise documents can reduce any franchisee rights provided under Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 80C, or their rights to procedures, forums, or remedies available under Minnesota law.
Additionally, the addendum references Minnesota Statutes, Section 80C.14, Subd. 3-5, which requires Circle K to provide franchisees with 90 days' notice of termination (with 60 days to cure) and 180 days' notice for non-renewal, except in certain specified cases. This section also stipulates that consent to the transfer of a franchise will not be unreasonably withheld. The addendum also mentions Minnesota Statutes, Section 80C.12, Subd. 1(g), regarding the protection of a franchisee's right to use trademarks, and Minnesota Rules 2860.4400(D), which prohibits Circle K from requiring a franchisee to assent to a general release. Finally, Minnesota Statute 604.113, which puts a cap of $30 on service charges for NSF checks, is referenced.