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Minor Contract Voidability Florida
Summary
In Florida, minors under 18 cannot enter into binding contracts without parental consent, making such agreements voidable. If a gym membership was signed by a minor, it can be canceled without penalty. Florida Statutes Section 743.07 supports this, allowing minors to void contracts at their discretion. If a gym refuses to cancel, you can file a complaint with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services or consider small claims court for any fees paid.Full Conversation
Crunch fitness has locked my son into a contract
In Florida, contracts signed by minors are generally voidable at the minor's discretion. This means your son can likely cancel the gym membership without penalty. You may need to contact Crunch Fitness and inform them of this legal provision.
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They say starting at * they can do that
Crunch Fitness may claim that minors can start contracts at *, but under Florida law, contracts signed by minors (under *) are generally voidable. You could formally notify them that the contract is void due to your son's age.
Would you like more information on how to proceed with voiding the contract?
Would you like more information on how to proceed with voiding the contract?
what is the law
In Florida, the general rule is that contracts signed by minors (under *) are voidable at the minor's discretion. Here are some key points:
- Minors typically can't be held to contracts they sign.
- Such contracts can be canceled by the minor or their guardian.
- There are some exceptions, like necessities (food, shelter).
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- Minors typically can't be held to contracts they sign.
- Such contracts can be canceled by the minor or their guardian.
- There are some exceptions, like necessities (food, shelter).
Would you like more detailed steps on how to formally void the contract with Crunch Fitness?
what is the statute
The relevant statute in Florida regarding contracts signed by minors is Florida Statutes Section *.*. Here are the key points:
- A minor (under *) generally cannot enter into a binding contract.
- Contracts signed by minors are typically voidable at the minor's discretion.
- Exceptions may include contracts for necessities.
Would you like more detailed steps on how to formally void the contract with Crunch Fitness?
- A minor (under *) generally cannot enter into a binding contract.
- Contracts signed by minors are typically voidable at the minor's discretion.
- Exceptions may include contracts for necessities.
Would you like more detailed steps on how to formally void the contract with Crunch Fitness?
Can you write me an email requesting immediate cancellation of the unlawful account
Sure, here's a draft email you can use:
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Subject: Immediate Cancellation of Unlawful Account
Dear Crunch Fitness Team,
I am writing to formally request the immediate cancellation of the gym membership account associated with my son, [Your Son's Name].
As per Florida Statutes Section *.*, minors under the age of * cannot enter into binding contracts without parental consent. My son is [his age], and therefore the contract he signed is voidable at his discretion.
Please cancel the membership immediately and confirm the cancellation in writing. Any further attempts to enforce this contract will be considered unlawful.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
[Your Full Name]
[Your Contact Information]
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Would you need any more assistance with this issue?
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Subject: Immediate Cancellation of Unlawful Account
Dear Crunch Fitness Team,
I am writing to formally request the immediate cancellation of the gym membership account associated with my son, [Your Son's Name].
As per Florida Statutes Section *.*, minors under the age of * cannot enter into binding contracts without parental consent. My son is [his age], and therefore the contract he signed is voidable at his discretion.
Please cancel the membership immediately and confirm the cancellation in writing. Any further attempts to enforce this contract will be considered unlawful.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
[Your Full Name]
[Your Contact Information]
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Can you rewrite it to add that you want a refund for any late fees associated that was paid for this account
Sure, here's the revised email:
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Subject: Immediate Cancellation and Refund Request for Unlawful Account
Dear Crunch Fitness Team,
I am writing to formally request the immediate cancellation of the gym membership account associated with my son, [Your Son's Name]. As per Florida Statutes Section *.*, minors under the age of * cannot enter into binding contracts without parental consent. My son is [his age], and therefore the contract he signed is voidable at his discretion.
Please cancel the membership immediately, confirm the cancellation in writing, and refund any late fees associated with this account. Any further attempts to enforce this contract will be considered unlawful.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
[Your Full Name]
[Your Contact Information]
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Is there anything else you need help with?
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Subject: Immediate Cancellation and Refund Request for Unlawful Account
Dear Crunch Fitness Team,
I am writing to formally request the immediate cancellation of the gym membership account associated with my son, [Your Son's Name]. As per Florida Statutes Section *.*, minors under the age of * cannot enter into binding contracts without parental consent. My son is [his age], and therefore the contract he signed is voidable at his discretion.
Please cancel the membership immediately, confirm the cancellation in writing, and refund any late fees associated with this account. Any further attempts to enforce this contract will be considered unlawful.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
[Your Full Name]
[Your Contact Information]
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Is there anything else you need help with?
Is there any other legal action that I can take against this?
You may consider the following legal actions:
- File a Complaint: File a complaint with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
- Small Claims Court: If Crunch Fitness does not comply, you can take them to small claims court for any fees paid.
Would you like more information on filing a complaint or taking them to small claims court?
- File a Complaint: File a complaint with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
- Small Claims Court: If Crunch Fitness does not comply, you can take them to small claims court for any fees paid.
Would you like more information on filing a complaint or taking them to small claims court?
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