Division of Administrative Hearings, Florida
Filed: Oct. 26, 2005
The issue is whether Nissan North America, Inc.'s (Nissan) rejection of the proposed transfer of the equity interest in Love Nissan, Inc. (Love), from Robert Halleen and Chad Halleen to Marilyn Halleen, is in violation of the laws regulating the licensing of motor vehicle dealers and manufacturers, maintaining competition, providing consumer protection and fair trade and providing minorities with opportunities for full participation as motor vehicle dealers, as set forth in Sections 320.61-320.70, Florida Statutes.Petitioners claimed to have transferred the equity in their automobile dealership to a close family member subsequent to a Recommended Order of Termination. Held: the proposed transfer was a sham and of no effect.
