FINRA is a not-for-profit, self-regulatory organization (SRO) dedicated to promoting investor protection and market integrity in a manner that facilitates vibrant capital markets. One of FINRA’s tools for achieving this objective is fair and effective enforcement of member firms’ compliance with securities laws and regulations.
FINRA’s highest priority when it identifies misconduct is to seek
Following are "Frequently Asked Questions" regarding the Order Audit Trail System (OATS).
How long do I have to file an arbitration? Is there a statute of limitations?How do I file a Statement of Claim?Where do I file my Statement of Claim?Who will serve the Statement of Claim?How do I serve and file a Statement of Answer?Can I obtain an extension of time to serve and file a Statement of Answer?How do I serve and file counterclaims and cross-claims?How do I serve and file third-party
Remarks From the SIFMA Compliance and Legal Division's Annual Seminar
SEC Approves Rule to Address Conflicts of Interest Relating to the Publication and Distribution of Debt Research Reports
Following the consolidation of NASD and NYSE Regulation into FINRA, FINRA established a process to develop a new consolidated rulebook, which is outlined in this Notice. The new FINRA Rules will apply to all FINRA members and will be proposed in phases to the SEC. As rules approved by the SEC become effective, they will replace the existing NASD Rules and incorporated New York Stock Exchange (
Interpretations are marked in blue background beneath the rule text to which they relate.
FINRA Requests Comment on Potential Enhancements to Certain Engagement Programs
OTC Equity Trading and Reporting in the Event of Systems Issues
REQUEST FOR COMMENTBranch Office RegistrationComment Period Expired September 3, 2004SUGGESTED ROUTINGKEY TOPICSLegal and ComplianceRegistered Representatives RegistrationSenior ManagementBranch Office RegistrationCentral Registration Depository (CRD?)Executive SummaryNASD requests comment on a proposed uniform branch office registration form (Form BR) that will enable firms to register
