California CodesCalifornia Constitution - CONSArticle XX — Miscellaneous SubjectsSection 4
The Legislature shall not pass any laws permitting the leasing or alienation of any franchise, so as to relieve the franchise or property held thereunder from the liabilities of the lessor or grantor, lessee, or grantee, contracted or incurred in the operation, use, or enjoyment of such franchise, or any of its privileges.
Notes
Prohibits the Legislature from authorizing lease or alienation of a franchise in a way that relieves the franchise or associated property from liabilities incurred by the lessor, grantor, lessee, or grantee through operating, using, or enjoying the franchise or its privileges.
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