NASD Notice to Members 02-58 - September 2002

SEC Approves Default Procedures Regarding Suspended or Terminated Respondents Who Fail to Answer Arbitration Claims; Effective October 14, 2002

Executive Summary

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC or Commission) has approved amendments to Rule 10314 of the NASD Code of Arbitration Procedure (Code) governing Initiation of Proceedings. The amendments provide default procedures for situations in which a suspended, terminated or otherwise defunct member or associated person fails to answer in an arbitration proceeding, and the claimant nevertheless elects to pursue arbitration.

 

Questions regarding this Notice may be directed to Jean I. Feeney, Chief Counsel and Associate Vice President, NASD Dispute Resolution, at (202) 728-6959, or via email.