Has any state refused, by order or otherwise, to register the Crave Cookies franchise?

According to Crave Cookies' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, as of the date of filing the addendum in Hawaii, no states have refused, by order or otherwise, to register the Crave Cookies franchise. Additionally, no states have revoked or suspended the right to offer these franchises, and the proposed registration of these franchises has not been withdrawn in any state. This indicates that Crave Cookies has not faced regulatory barriers to offering its franchise in any state at the time of the FDD's issuance.

However, the document also notes that certain states require registration, filing, or exemption of a franchise under laws regulating business opportunities or seller-assisted marketing plans. These states include California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. This means that Crave Cookies must comply with these state-specific regulations to legally offer and sell franchises in those areas.

Prospective franchisees should be aware of these state-specific requirements and ensure that Crave Cookies is in full compliance before investing in a franchise. While no state has outright refused registration, the need for registration, filing, or exemption in certain states implies that Crave Cookies must meet specific legal and regulatory standards to operate there. Franchisees should verify with Crave Cookies that all necessary filings and registrations are current and in good standing for the state in which they plan to operate.