California · Civil Code
CIV §84: On or after January 1, 1981, no grantor, directly or indirectly, may terminate, cancel, or refuse to renew a dealership agreement with a dealer because of any characteristic listed or defined in subdi
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Starting January 1, 1981, a grantor cannot terminate, cancel, or refuse to renew a dealership agreement based on protected characteristics.
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On or after January 1, 1981, no grantor, directly or indirectly, may terminate, cancel, or refuse to renew a dealership agreement with a dealer because of any characteristic listed or defined in subdivision (b) or (e) of Section 51.
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