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
WASHINGTON—FINRA announced today that Jessica Hopper plans to leave FINRA on February 3, after an 18-year tenure culminating in her leadership of the Department of Enforcement. During her time as Head of Enforcement, FINRA brought numerous significant disciplinary actions to protect investors and markets, including its largest-ever enforcement action; prioritized returning money to harmed
(a) Decision of National Adjudicatory Council, Including Remand
In an appeal or review of a disciplinary proceeding governed by the Rule 9300 Series that is not withdrawn or dismissed prior to a decision on the merits, the National Adjudicatory Council, after considering all matters presented in the appeal or review and the written recommended decision of the Subcommittee or, if applicable, the
FINRA Reminds Firms of Their Obligations Relating to Senior Investors and Highlights Industry Practices to Serve these Customers
Every day at FINRA, we protect investors from misconduct, stop fraud and provide restitution to harmed customers. And we are successful—in part because customers and other members of the public provide information and crucial evidence during the course of an investigation.
This version was introduced with the filing of SR-FINRA-2020-015, which has been filed for Immediate Effectiveness. This version is temporary and effective from May 8, 2020 through June 15, 2020, pending any future extensions.
(a) Decision of National Adjudicatory Council, Including Remand
In an appeal or review of a disciplinary proceeding governed by the Rule 9300 Series that is not withdrawn
SUGGESTED ROUTING*
Senior Management
Legal & Compliance
*These are suggested departments only. Others may be appropriate for your firm.
REQUEST FOR COMMENTS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The NASD requests comments on proposed amendments to Article III of the NASD Code of Procedure concerning Board of
(a) Form, Content, Notice, Docketing, and Service
(1) If a complaint is authorized, the Department of Enforcement shall issue the complaint. Each complaint shall be in writing and signed by the Department of Enforcement. The complaint shall specify in reasonable detail the conduct alleged to constitute the violative activity and the rule, regulation, or statutory provision the Respondent is
SUGGESTED ROUTING
Senior ManagementLegal & ComplianceOperationsRegistrationTrading
Executive Summary
Beginning March 1, 1994, the NASD will assess an $85 surcharge on all initial and transfer Form U-4 filings that require a Special Registration Review (SRR) of information reportable on Page 3 of this Form.
Background
During 1993, the NASD Finance Committee formed the Rate Review
(a) Call for Review by Governor
A Governor may call a disciplinary proceeding for review by the FINRA Board if the call for review is made within the period prescribed in paragraph (b).
(b) 15 Day Period; Waiver
(1) A Governor shall make his or her call for review not later than the next meeting of the FINRA Board that is at least 15 days after the date on which the FINRA Board receives the
