According to Dryject's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a resident of Maryland should not sign the Dryject Franchise Compliance Questionnaire. The document explicitly states, "Do not sign this Questionnaire if you are a resident of Maryland or the business is to be operated in Maryland."

This instruction is likely due to specific protections and regulations in place under Maryland's franchise laws. The Maryland addendum to the franchise agreement includes provisions that amend certain sections to ensure compliance with Maryland law. These amendments address issues such as the deferral of initial fees based on the franchisor's financial condition, the ability to bring lawsuits in Maryland for claims arising under the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law, and the invalidity of any waivers of liability under Maryland franchise law.

By advising Maryland residents not to sign the standard Franchise Compliance Questionnaire, Dryject is ensuring that franchisees are not inadvertently waiving their rights or agreeing to terms that are not compliant with Maryland law. This highlights the importance of state-specific addenda and the need for franchisees to be aware of the specific regulations in their state.