2007 Minnesota Statutes
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168.2702 MOTOR VEHICLE LEASES; INDEMNITY AGREEMENTS.
Notwithstanding other law to the contrary, a provision in a motor vehicle lease agreement
that indemnifies the lessor against any claims or liabilities arising out of the use, operation, or
maintenance of the vehicle by the lessee includes the right to indemnity for traffic violations,
penalties, and punitive damages caused by the lessee and is enforceable in accordance with its
terms. This section does not relieve the lessor of any liability, penalty, or damages arising out of
its own acts or omissions.
History: 1991 c 280 s 1
Notwithstanding other law to the contrary, a provision in a motor vehicle lease agreement
that indemnifies the lessor against any claims or liabilities arising out of the use, operation, or
maintenance of the vehicle by the lessee includes the right to indemnity for traffic violations,
penalties, and punitive damages caused by the lessee and is enforceable in accordance with its
terms. This section does not relieve the lessor of any liability, penalty, or damages arising out of
its own acts or omissions.
History: 1991 c 280 s 1
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