Legal Question in Entertainment Law in California
Movie Theaters and Concessions
We were not allowed to bring in outside concessions. Can a theater stop you or can they only discourage it?
Asked on 9/28/03, 1:50 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Wayne Wisong
Wayne Wisong, Attorney at Law
Re: Movie Theaters and Concessions
No. They have a legitimate business right to protect their concessions, which is part of the service they sell. A private theater can prohibit you bringing in concessions, and can demand you leave if you do. However, they should post some kind of notice if that is their policy, because there is no law prohibiting you from bringing them in.
Answered on 10/03/03, 6:52 pm