What happens if a Marble Slab Creamery franchisee or owner is convicted of a felony?

According to the 2025 Marble Slab Creamery Franchise Disclosure Document, if a franchisee or any of the franchisee's owners are convicted of a felony, a crime involving moral turpitude, or any other crime or offense that Marble Slab Creamery believes is reasonably likely to have an adverse effect on the system, the proprietary marks, the associated goodwill, or Marble Slab Creamery's interest, it will be considered a default of the franchise agreement.

Upon such a conviction, Marble Slab Creamery has the option to immediately terminate the franchise agreement and all rights granted to the franchisee. This termination is effective immediately upon the franchisee receiving notice, and there is no opportunity to cure the default. This means the franchisee would lose their franchise rights without any chance to rectify the situation.

This clause highlights the importance of maintaining a clean criminal record for both the franchisee and their owners. A felony conviction can have severe consequences, leading to the immediate loss of the Marble Slab Creamery franchise. Prospective franchisees should carefully consider this provision and ensure they and their owners understand the implications of any criminal convictions.