53-103.14. Franchise or agreement, defined.
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Franchise or agreement, with reference to the relationship between a manufacturer and wholesaler, includes one or more of the following:
(1)A commercial relationship of a definite duration or continuing indefinite duration which is not required to be in writing;
(2)A relationship by which the wholesaler is granted the right to offer and sell the manufacturer's brands by the manufacturer;
(3)A relationship by which the franchise, as an independent business, constitutes a component of the manufacturer's distribution system;
(4)A relationship by which the operation of the wholesaler's business is substantially associated with the manufacturer's brand, advertising, or other commercial symbol designating the manufacturer; and
(5)A relationship by which the operation of the wholesaler's business is substantially reliant on the manufacturer for the continued supply of beer.