Corporations Code § 31525

31525.

(a) It is unlawful for a franchise broker to offer or sell a franchise in this state unless the franchise broker is registered pursuant to this part.

(b) For purposes of this section, an offer or sale of a franchise is made in this state if any of the following apply:

(1) The prospective franchisee resides in this state.

(2) The prospective franchisee has its principal place of business in this state.

(3) The franchised business will be located in this state.