According to the 2025 Dryject Franchise Disclosure Document, the Dryject Management, LLC Franchise Compliance Questionnaire does not apply to franchises who intend to operate the franchised business in the State of California. The FDD clearly states this exclusion within Exhibit L, which is specifically dedicated to the Franchise Compliance Questionnaire. This means that prospective franchisees in California are not required to complete or sign this particular questionnaire as part of their franchise agreement process.

This exclusion likely stems from California's specific franchise laws and regulations, which are known to be more protective of franchisees compared to some other states. California has enacted laws such as the California Franchise Relations Act and the California Franchise Investment Law, which provide certain rights and protections to franchisees operating within the state. These laws may render certain aspects of the standard questionnaire irrelevant or unenforceable in California.

It is important for prospective Dryject franchisees in California to understand that while they are exempt from the Franchise Compliance Questionnaire, they are still subject to all other applicable provisions of the Franchise Agreement and the California Rider to the Dryject Management, LLC Franchise Agreement. They should carefully review all documents and seek legal counsel to ensure they fully understand their rights and obligations under California law.

Furthermore, the FDD includes a California Rider to the franchise agreement, acknowledging that the franchise will be operated in California and/or the franchisee is a resident of California. This rider likely contains specific modifications or additions to the standard franchise agreement to ensure compliance with California law. Therefore, California franchisees should pay close attention to this rider and any other state-specific addenda included in the FDD.