Florida § 686.403 - Application of ss. 686.40-686.418.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 686.403 — Application of ss. 686.40-686.418., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 686.403. Application of ss. 686.40-686.418.
(1) Any person who engages directly or indirectly in purposeful agreements or contracts within this state in connection with the sale or advertising for sale of new equipment and parts is subject to ss. 686.40-686.418 and to the jurisdiction of the courts of this state for violations of such sections in accordance with the provisions of the laws of this state. (2) Sections 686.40-686.418 apply to all written or oral agreements between a manufacturer, distributor, or wholesaler with a dealer, including, but not limited to, the franchise offering; the franchise agreement; sales of goods, services, and advertising; leases or mortgages of real or personal property; promises to pay; security interests; pledges; insurance contracts; advertising contracts; construction or installation contracts; servicing contracts; and all other such agreements in which the manufacturer, distributor, or wholesaler has any direct or indirect interest. (3) Sections 686.40-686.418 apply to all contracts entered into, renewed, or amended after July 1, 2004.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 686.403
What does Florida Statutes § 686.403 cover?
Section 686.403 ("Application of ss. 686.40-686.418.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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