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2015043646501 Eric S. Smith CRD 2894648 NAC Decision jlg (2020-1603325971197).pdf

BEFORE THE NATIONAL ADJUDICATORY COUNCIL FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY In the Matter of Department of Enforcement, Complainant, vs. Eric S. Smith Troy, MI, Respondent. DECISION Complaint No. 2015043646501 Dated: September 18, 2020 Respondent fraudulently misrepresented and omitted material facts in connection with the sale of securities and failed to register as a general securities representative and principal despite engaging in conduct requiring registration. Held, findings affirmed

Regulatory Notice 20-33

Summary

FINRA is proposing formal procedures for bringing actions against non-associated persons who cheat or misbehave during a FINRA qualification examination. Although there are few instances of cheating, because persons who are not yet associated with a member firm may take the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) examination or other FINRA qualification examinations, formal procedures are needed to address misconduct by non-associated persons when it occurs.