Venue restriction - Void

Any provision of a franchise agreement that restricts venue to a forum outside the State of Arkansas is void with respect to any claims arising under or relating to a franchise agreement involving a franchise operating or conducting business in this state. Added by Act 2023, No. 847,§ 5, eff. 8/1/2023, app. only to franchise agreements or contracts entered into or renewed on and after the effective date of this act.. Any provision of a franchise agreement that restricts venue to a forum outside the State of Arkansas is void with respect to any claims arising under or relating to a franchise agreement involving a franchise operating or conducting business in this state. Added by Act 2023, No. 847,§ 5, eff. 8/1/2023, app. only to franchise agreements or contracts entered into or renewed on and after the effective date of this act..