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Jefferies Finance LLC

NEW YORK, NYCRD 162264Registration Status: ApprovedEffective since April 2, 2012SEC # 801-74480Latest ADV March 2, 2026

Jefferies Finance LLC is an SEC registered investment adviser organized as a limited liability company with a primary office location in New York, NY. Its latest Form ADV filing, dated March 2, 2026, reports $24.6B in regulatory assets under management, 124 employees, 1 office, and 56 accounts.

Assets Under Management
$24.6B
Employees
124
Offices
1 office
Total Clients
60

Associated firm names

5 names listed
  • APEX CREDIT HOLDINGS LLC
  • JFIN ASSET MANAGEMENT LLC - RELYING ADVISER
  • JEFFERIES FINANCE LLC
  • JEFFERIES CREDIT PARTNERS LLC

Leadership

2 roles identified
CCOThomas Grenville
COOEdmund J. Hess

Advisory services offered

2 types reported
Portfolio management for businesses
Portfolio management for pooled investment vehicles

Fee models offered

2 types reported
Asset based fees
Performance-based fees

Offices & Contact

Primary office

NEW YORK, New York, United States

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Primary office regionOther reported regions

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New York

NEW YORKPrimary office

1 office records listed · 1 total offices reported. Counts can use different reporting dates. SEC filers may list only their largest 25 additional offices.

Contact and digital presence

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Regulatory Assets Under Management Breakdown

Total regulatory assets under management$24.6Bas of March 2, 2026
Discretionary94.0%
$23.1B
94% of total RAUM94.0%
Non-discretionary6.0%
$1.5B
6% of total RAUM6.0%
Regulatory assets under management are split between discretionary and non-discretionary assets.

Client Coverage Demographics

Top client segmentPooled Investment Vehicles represent 93.3% of total clients.
Top client categories% of clientsClients
1
Pooled Investment Vehicles
93.3%
56
2
SEPARATELY MANAGED ACCOUNTS AND PROPRIETARY ACCOUNTS
6.7%
4

Assets under management Growth by Quarter

Quarterly points use the latest ADV filing or SEC roster snapshot available in each quarter.

Total AUM$24.6B
Total Accounts56
10Y AUM Change+$19.8B (+411.1%)

Private Funds

Private funds reported by Jefferies Finance LLC

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Employee Growth by Quarter

Quarterly points use the latest ADV filing or SEC roster snapshot available in each quarter.

Total Employees124
Clients per Employee0:1
10Y Employee Change+73 (+143.1%)

Historical AUM and employee figures reflect available SEC Form ADV filings under this CRD. Filing gaps may reflect registration status changes, dormant periods, state registration periods, firm restructuring, or other reporting changes. Rialytix does not interpolate missing periods.


Ownership

Reported direct and indirect ownership ranges

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Reported ownership ranges

Highlighted bands show the percentage range reported in Form ADV.

0%25%50%75%100%
JEFFERIES FINANCIAL GROUP INC.Direct owner · Schedule AInterest in JEFFERIES FINANCE LLC
50% to < 75%
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANYDirect owner · Schedule AInterest in JEFFERIES FINANCE LLC
50% to < 75%

Bars represent the reported range at that individual ownership step, not an estimated percentage of the advisory firm. Indirect relationships may refer to intermediate entities rather than directly to Jefferies Finance LLC.

No indirect ownership information reported in the source’s Schedule B.

Reported ownership and control details

Form ADV · Filing date 2026-03-02 · Schedules A and B

7 entries
#Owner / person & roleInterest in entityReported interestControl personTitle / status acquiredSource
1EDMUND JOSEPH HESSCOO/MANAGING DIRECTORIndividualJEFFERIES FINANCE LLCLess than 5%Code NAYesCOO/MANAGING DIRECTOR10/2005Schedule APDF page 231
2DANIEL RAPINOCHIEF ACCOUNTING OFFICERIndividualJEFFERIES FINANCE LLCLess than 5%Code NAYesCHIEF ACCOUNTING OFFICER12/2006Schedule APDF page 231
3THOMAS G BRADYPRESIDENTIndividualJEFFERIES FINANCE LLCLess than 5%Code NAYesPRESIDENT12/2016Schedule APDF page 231
4ADAM KLEPACKGENERAL COUNSELIndividualJEFFERIES FINANCE LLCLess than 5%Code NAYesGENERAL COUNSEL06/2022Schedule APDF page 231
5THOMAS GRENVILLECHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICERIndividualJEFFERIES FINANCE LLCLess than 5%Code NAYesCHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER06/2023Schedule APDF page 231
6JEFFERIES FINANCIAL GROUP INC.MEMBERDomestic entityJEFFERIES FINANCE LLC50% to less than 75%Code DNoMEMBER08/2024Schedule APDF page 231
7MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANYMEMBERDomestic entityJEFFERIES FINANCE LLC50% to less than 75%Code DNoMEMBER08/2024Schedule APDF page 231

Less than 5% may include zero. Code F identifies a role without specifying a percentage. Reported interests may overlap and may not include every owner. Total indirect ownership is not calculated.

Compliance & Disclosures

Filing dated 3/2/2026 6:59:56 AM

Responses were selected by the RIA in its filing. Questions are shortened for readability; “you” refers to the reporting firm, and some questions also cover advisory affiliates.

RIA or supervised-person involvementThe RIA reported that none of the events below involve the firm or its supervised persons.RIA responseNo
AFelonies2 No

In the past ten years, have you or any advisory affiliate:

  • A1Been convicted of or pleaded guilty or no contest to a felony?No
  • A2Been charged with a felony?No
BMisdemeanors2 No

In the past ten years, have you or any advisory affiliate:

  • B1Been convicted of or pleaded guilty or no contest to a misdemeanor involving investments, an investment-related business, fraud, false statements or omissions, wrongful taking of property, bribery, perjury, forgery, counterfeiting, or extortion?No
  • B2Been charged with a misdemeanor of the kind listed above?No
CSEC or CFTC actions5 No

Has the SEC or CFTC ever:

  • C1Found you or an advisory affiliate made a false statement or omission?No
  • C2Found you or an advisory affiliate violated SEC or CFTC regulations or statutes?No
  • C3Found you or an advisory affiliate caused an investment-related business to have its authorization to do business denied, suspended, revoked, or restricted?No
  • C4Entered an order against you or an advisory affiliate in connection with investment-related activity?No
  • C5Imposed a civil money penalty on you or an advisory affiliate, or ordered you or an advisory affiliate to cease and desist from any activity?No
DOther regulatory actions2 Yes3 No

Has any other federal regulatory agency, state regulatory agency, or foreign financial regulatory authority ever:

  • D1Found you or an advisory affiliate made a false statement or omission, or was dishonest, unfair, or unethical?No
  • D2Found you or an advisory affiliate violated investment-related regulations or statutes?Yes
  • D3Found you or an advisory affiliate caused an investment-related business to have its authorization to do business denied, suspended, revoked, or restricted?No
  • D4In the past ten years, entered an order against you or an advisory affiliate in connection with investment-related activity?Yes
  • D5Denied, suspended, or revoked your or an advisory affiliate’s registration or license, or otherwise prevented association with an investment-related business or restricted activities?No
ESelf-regulatory organization actions4 No

Has a self-regulatory organization or commodities exchange ever:

  • E1Found you or an advisory affiliate made a false statement or omission?No
  • E2Found you or an advisory affiliate violated its rules, other than a violation designated as a minor rule violation under an SEC-approved plan?No
  • E3Found you or an advisory affiliate caused an investment-related business to have its authorization to do business denied, suspended, revoked, or restricted?No
  • E4Disciplined you or an advisory affiliate by expulsion, suspension, barring association with other members, or otherwise restricting activities?No
FProfessional authorizations1 No
  • FHas an authorization to act as an attorney, accountant, or federal contractor granted to you or an advisory affiliate ever been revoked or suspended?No
GPending regulatory proceedings1 No
  • GAre you or any advisory affiliate now the subject of a regulatory proceeding that could result in a “Yes” answer to any part of C, D, or E?No
HCivil judicial actions and proceedings4 No

(1) Court actions

Has a domestic or foreign court:

  • H(1)(a)In the past ten years, enjoined you or an advisory affiliate in connection with investment-related activity?No
  • H(1)(b)Found that you or an advisory affiliate violated investment-related statutes or regulations?No
  • H(1)(c)Dismissed, pursuant to a settlement agreement, an investment-related civil action brought against you or an advisory affiliate by a state or foreign financial regulatory authority?No

(2) Pending civil proceedings

  • H(2)Are you or any advisory affiliate now the subject of a civil proceeding that could result in a “Yes” answer to any part of H(1)?No
Additional DRP filings 6 source blocks

Verbatim excerpts from supporting DRP filings, which may concern the firm or advisory affiliates. Amounts retain their filed labels; no total or attribution is inferred.

regulatory · block 1MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANYPDF pages 243–245
Advisory affiliate name — filed text
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
Regulator name — filed text
STATE OF CONNECTICUT INSURANCE DEPARTMENT

Action status / disposition — filed text

THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT INSURANCE DEPARTMENT CONDUCTED A MARKET CONDUCT EXAMINATION FOR THE PERIOD JANUARY 1, 2014, THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2016, OF MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ("MASSMUTUAL"). MASSMUTUAL IS THE PARENT OF MML INVESTMENT ADVISERS, LLC. AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE EXAMINATION, THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT INSURANCE DEPARTMENT ALLEGED THAT MASSMUTUAL VIOLATED SUBSECTIONS 38A-15 AND 38A-702M OF THE CONNECTICUT GENERAL STATUTES. - DURING THE PERIOD UNDER EXAMINATION (JANUARY 1, 2014-DECEMBER 31, 2016), THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT INSURANCE DEPARTMENT ALLEGED THAT MASSMUTUAL, IN CERTAIN INSTANCES, FAILED TO FOLLOW ESTABLISHED PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS RESULTING IN: 35 PRODUCERS ACTING AS AGENTS WITHOUT BEING APPOINTED; 1 INSTANCE WHERE IT FAILED TO RETURN PREMIUM IN A TIMELY MANNER; 5 INSTANCES WHERE IT FAILED TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION FOR REGULATORY REVIEW; AND 1 INSTANCE WHERE IT FAILED TO RESPOND TIMELY TO A WRITTEN REQUEST FOR INFORMATION.
Full extracted filing text

Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D.,
11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File
with a completed Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the
same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE

CRD
Number:
2682
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE
INSURANCE COMPANY
(For individuals, Last, First,
Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is
registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the
adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item
11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any
event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the
circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to
the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
STATE OF CONNECTICUT INSURANCE DEPARTMENT
2.
Principal Sanction:
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
10/03/2017
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
04/26/2019
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:

A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal,
Financial Operations Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to
requalify/retrain, type of exam required and whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution,
disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion
of penalty was waived: 
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response
must fit within the space provided).
THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT INSURANCE DEPARTMENT CONDUCTED A MARKET CONDUCT EXAMINATION FOR THE PERIOD JANUARY 1, 2014, THROUGH
DECEMBER 31, 2016, OF MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ("MASSMUTUAL"). MASSMUTUAL IS THE PARENT OF MML INVESTMENT
ADVISERS, LLC. AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE EXAMINATION, THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT INSURANCE DEPARTMENT ALLEGED THAT MASSMUTUAL
VIOLATED SUBSECTIONS 38A-15 AND 38A-702M OF THE CONNECTICUT GENERAL STATUTES. - DURING THE PERIOD UNDER EXAMINATION (JANUARY 1,
2014-DECEMBER 31, 2016), THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT INSURANCE DEPARTMENT ALLEGED THAT MASSMUTUAL, IN CERTAIN INSTANCES, FAILED TO
FOLLOW ESTABLISHED PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS RESULTING IN: 35 PRODUCERS
ACTING AS AGENTS WITHOUT BEING APPOINTED; 1 INSTANCE WHERE IT FAILED TO RETURN PREMIUM IN A TIMELY MANNER; 5 INSTANCES WHERE IT
FAILED TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION FOR REGULATORY REVIEW; AND 1 INSTANCE WHERE IT FAILED TO RESPOND TIMELY TO A WRITTEN REQUEST
FOR INFORMATION.
regulatory · block 2MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANYPDF pages 245–247
Advisory affiliate name — filed text
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
Regulator name — filed text
NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES ("DFS")
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 692,000.00

Action status / disposition — filed text

THE NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES ("DFS") COMMENCED AN INVESTIGATION FOR THE PERIOD OF 1/1/2012-5/31/2018. DURING ITS INVESTIGATION, DFS IDENTIFIED A PRACTICE ARISING FROM THE REPLACEMENT OF DEFERRED ANNUITY CONTRACTS WITH IMMEDIATE INCOME ANNUITY CONTRACTS IN VIOLATION OF THE DISCLOSURE AND SUITABILITY REQUIREMENTS OF NEW YORK REGULATIONS 60 AND 187. IT WAS ALLEGED THAT MASSMUTUAL SOLD OR ISSUED 692 REPLACEMENT CONTRACTS TO CONSUMERS WITHOUT REASONABLE BASES TO BELIEVE THE ANNUITIES AT ISSUE WERE SUITABLE IN SOME INSTANCES, AND WITHOUT PROVIDING CONSUMERS WITH THE REQUIRED ANNUITIZATION INFORMATION FOR REPLACED DEFERRED ANNUITIES. IT WAS ALSO ALLEGED THAT MASSMUTUAL DID NOT ESTABLISH A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RULE 187 IN CONNECTION WITH THE DEFERRED-TO-IMMEDIATE REPLACEMENTS AT ISSUE. MASSMUTUAL AGREED TO PAY A CIVIL MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $692,000. MASSMUTUAL AND DFS AGREED UPON RESTITUTION AND REMEDIATION FOR THE AFFECTED CONTRACT HOLDERS OF THE REPLACEMENT CONTRACTS. WITHIN 30 DAYS, ALL AFFECTED CONTRACT HOLDERS OR BENEFICIARIES WILL BE PROVIDED WITH NOTICES AND CHECKS OR OTHER PAYMENT MEANS APPROVED BY THE DFS IN THE REQUIRED AMOUNTS. MASSMUTUAL WILL PROVIDE DFS QUARTERLY REPORTS DETAILING THE NUMBER OF CHECKS MAILED, TOTAL AMOUNT OR INDIVIDUAL CHECKS, AND THE NUMBER OF CHECKS DEPOSITED, UNDELIVERED, AND/OR NOT DEPOSITED.
Full extracted filing text

Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D.,
11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File
with a completed Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the
same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD
Number:
2682
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE
INSURANCE COMPANY
(For individuals, Last, First,
Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is

registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the
adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item
11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any
event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the
circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to
the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES ("DFS")
2.
Principal Sanction:
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
01/01/2012
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
2020-0129-S
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
04/09/2020
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 692,000.00
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal,

Financial Operations Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to
requalify/retrain, type of exam required and whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution,
disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion
of penalty was waived: 
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response
must fit within the space provided).
THE NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES ("DFS") COMMENCED AN INVESTIGATION FOR THE PERIOD OF 1/1/2012-5/31/2018.
DURING ITS INVESTIGATION, DFS IDENTIFIED A PRACTICE ARISING FROM THE REPLACEMENT OF DEFERRED ANNUITY CONTRACTS WITH IMMEDIATE
INCOME ANNUITY CONTRACTS IN VIOLATION OF THE DISCLOSURE AND SUITABILITY REQUIREMENTS OF NEW YORK REGULATIONS 60 AND 187. IT WAS
ALLEGED THAT MASSMUTUAL SOLD OR ISSUED 692 REPLACEMENT CONTRACTS TO CONSUMERS WITHOUT REASONABLE BASES TO BELIEVE THE
ANNUITIES AT ISSUE WERE SUITABLE IN SOME INSTANCES, AND WITHOUT PROVIDING CONSUMERS WITH THE REQUIRED ANNUITIZATION
INFORMATION FOR REPLACED DEFERRED ANNUITIES. IT WAS ALSO ALLEGED THAT MASSMUTUAL DID NOT ESTABLISH A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM
DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RULE 187 IN CONNECTION WITH THE DEFERRED-TO-IMMEDIATE REPLACEMENTS AT ISSUE. MASSMUTUAL
AGREED TO PAY A CIVIL MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $692,000. MASSMUTUAL AND DFS AGREED UPON RESTITUTION AND REMEDIATION FOR
THE AFFECTED CONTRACT HOLDERS OF THE REPLACEMENT CONTRACTS. WITHIN 30 DAYS, ALL AFFECTED CONTRACT HOLDERS OR BENEFICIARIES
WILL BE PROVIDED WITH NOTICES AND CHECKS OR OTHER PAYMENT MEANS APPROVED BY THE DFS IN THE REQUIRED AMOUNTS. MASSMUTUAL WILL
PROVIDE DFS QUARTERLY REPORTS DETAILING THE NUMBER OF CHECKS MAILED, TOTAL AMOUNT OR INDIVIDUAL CHECKS, AND THE NUMBER OF
CHECKS DEPOSITED, UNDELIVERED, AND/OR NOT DEPOSITED.
regulatory · block 3MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANYPDF pages 247–249
Advisory affiliate name — filed text
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
Regulator name — filed text
THE OFFICE OF INSURANCE COMMISSIONER OF PUERTO RICO
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 1,500.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)

Action status / disposition — filed text

MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY DID NOT INTEND TO FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE PROVISIONS OF ARTICLES 11,230 AND 27, 160 OF THE PUERTO RICO INSURANCE CODE, AND THE FACTS INDICATED IN THE ORDER AROSE AS AN EXCEPTIONAL SITUATION THAT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE THE NORMAL OR INTERNAL POLICY OF MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY'S INSURANCE BUSINESS. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ALLEGED THAT THE FACTS OF THE ORDER WERE THE RESULT OF ACTIONS AND/OR OMISSIONS OF PARTIES INVOLVED IN THE ORDER WHICH ENDED IN A MISUNDERSTANDING. GIVEN THAT MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ACCEPTED AND COMMITTED TO TAKE THE NECESSARY MEASURES TO AVOID SIMILAR SITUATIONS IN THE FUTURE, THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE OF PUERTO RICO AGREED TO MODIFY THE ADMINISTRATIVE FINE TO $1,500. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY PROCEEDED TO RESCIND THE POLICY THAT WAS SUBJECT OF THE CONTROVERSY AND TO REIMBURSE THE APPLICANT (COMPLAINANT) THE SUM OF $65,000, AS PROVIDED IN THE ORDER.
Other filed details

Description of allegations — filed text

ON MARCH 17, 2022, THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE OF PUERTO RICO ISSUED AN ORDER AGAINST MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY STATING THAT THE COMPANY HAD VIOLATED ARTICLES 11.230 AND 27.160 OF THE PUERTO INSURANCE CODE, 26 LPRA SECTIONS 1123 AND 2716, FOR WHICH AN ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF $3,000 WAS IMPOSED. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS ORDERED TO RESCIND THE POLICY IN DISPUTE AND RETURN TO THE APPLICANT (COMPLAINANT) THE AMOUNT OF $65,000, CORRESPONDING TO THE UNDULY COLLECTED PREMIUM. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ALSO WAS ORDERED TO CEASE AND DESIST FROM THE PRACTICES DESCRIBED IN THE ORDER. GIVEN THE ACCEPTANCE AND COMMITMENT OF MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY TO TAKE THE NECESSARY MEASURES TO AVOID SIMILAR MATTERS IN THE FUTURE, THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER OF PUERTO RICO AGREED TO MODIFY THE ADMINISTRATIVE FINE TO $1,500.

Sanction detail — filed text

ON MARCH 17, 2022, THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE OF PUERTO RICO ISSUED AN ORDER AGAINST MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY STATING THAT THE COMPANY HAD VIOLATED ARTICLES 11.230 AND 27.160 OF THE PUERTO INSURANCE CODE, 26 LPRA SECTIONS 1123 AND 2716, FOR WHICH AN ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF $3,000 WAS IMPOSED. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS ORDERED TO RESCIND THE POLICY IN DISPUTE AND RETURN TO THE APPLICANT (COMPLAINANT) THE AMOUNT OF $65,000, CORRESPONDING TO THE UNDULY COLLECTED PREMIUM. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ALSO WAS ORDERED TO CEASE AND DESIST FROM THE PRACTICES DESCRIBED IN THE ORDER. GIVEN THE ACCEPTANCE AND COMMITMENT OF MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY TO TAKE THE NECESSARY MEASURES TO AVOID SIMILAR MATTERS IN THE FUTURE, THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER OF PUERTO RICO AGREED TO MODIFY THE ADMINISTRATIVE FINE TO $1,500.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D.,
11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File
with a completed Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the
same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD
Number:
2682
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE
INSURANCE COMPANY
(For individuals, Last, First,
Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is
registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the
adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item
11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any
event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago.

This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the
circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to
the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
THE OFFICE OF INSURANCE COMMISSIONER OF PUERTO RICO
2.
Principal Sanction:
Restitution
Other Sanctions: 
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS ORDERED TO RESCIND THE POLICY IN DISPUTE AND RETURN TO THE APPLICANT
(COMPLAINANT) THE AMOUNT OF $65,000, CORRESPONDING TO THE UNDULY COLLECTED PREMIUM. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE
COMPANY WAS ORDERED TO CEASE AND DESIST FROM THE PRACTICES DESCRIBED IN THE ORDER.
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
03/17/2022
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
CM-2022-17
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
6.
Principal Product Type:
Insurance
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
ON MARCH 17, 2022, THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE OF PUERTO RICO ISSUED AN ORDER AGAINST MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE
COMPANY STATING THAT THE COMPANY HAD VIOLATED ARTICLES 11.230 AND 27.160 OF THE PUERTO INSURANCE CODE, 26 LPRA SECTIONS 1123 AND
2716, FOR WHICH AN ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF $3,000 WAS IMPOSED. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS ORDERED TO
RESCIND THE POLICY IN DISPUTE AND RETURN TO THE APPLICANT (COMPLAINANT) THE AMOUNT OF $65,000, CORRESPONDING TO THE UNDULY
COLLECTED PREMIUM. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ALSO WAS ORDERED TO CEASE AND DESIST FROM THE PRACTICES
DESCRIBED IN THE ORDER. GIVEN THE ACCEPTANCE AND COMMITMENT OF MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY TO TAKE THE
NECESSARY MEASURES TO AVOID SIMILAR MATTERS IN THE FUTURE, THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER OF PUERTO RICO AGREED TO MODIFY THE
ADMINISTRATIVE FINE TO $1,500.
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
06/27/2022
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 1,500.00
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution

 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal,
Financial Operations Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to
requalify/retrain, type of exam required and whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution,
disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion
of penalty was waived: 
ON MARCH 17, 2022, THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE OF PUERTO RICO ISSUED AN ORDER AGAINST MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE
INSURANCE COMPANY STATING THAT THE COMPANY HAD VIOLATED ARTICLES 11.230 AND 27.160 OF THE PUERTO INSURANCE CODE, 26 LPRA
SECTIONS 1123 AND 2716, FOR WHICH AN ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF $3,000 WAS IMPOSED. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE
COMPANY WAS ORDERED TO RESCIND THE POLICY IN DISPUTE AND RETURN TO THE APPLICANT (COMPLAINANT) THE AMOUNT OF $65,000,
CORRESPONDING TO THE UNDULY COLLECTED PREMIUM. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ALSO WAS ORDERED TO CEASE
AND DESIST FROM THE PRACTICES DESCRIBED IN THE ORDER. GIVEN THE ACCEPTANCE AND COMMITMENT OF MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE
INSURANCE COMPANY TO TAKE THE NECESSARY MEASURES TO AVOID SIMILAR MATTERS IN THE FUTURE, THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER OF
PUERTO RICO AGREED TO MODIFY THE ADMINISTRATIVE FINE TO $1,500.
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response
must fit within the space provided).
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY DID NOT INTEND TO FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE PROVISIONS OF ARTICLES 11,230 AND 27, 160
OF THE PUERTO RICO INSURANCE CODE, AND THE FACTS INDICATED IN THE ORDER AROSE AS AN EXCEPTIONAL SITUATION THAT DOES NOT
CONSTITUTE THE NORMAL OR INTERNAL POLICY OF MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY'S INSURANCE BUSINESS. MASSACHUSETTS
MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ALLEGED THAT THE FACTS OF THE ORDER WERE THE RESULT OF ACTIONS AND/OR OMISSIONS OF PARTIES
INVOLVED IN THE ORDER WHICH ENDED IN A MISUNDERSTANDING. GIVEN THAT MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ACCEPTED AND
COMMITTED TO TAKE THE NECESSARY MEASURES TO AVOID SIMILAR SITUATIONS IN THE FUTURE, THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE OF PUERTO
RICO AGREED TO MODIFY THE ADMINISTRATIVE FINE TO $1,500. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY PROCEEDED TO RESCIND THE
POLICY THAT WAS SUBJECT OF THE CONTROVERSY AND TO REIMBURSE THE APPLICANT (COMPLAINANT) THE SUM OF $65,000, AS PROVIDED IN THE
ORDER.
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Advisory affiliate name — filed text
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
Regulator name — filed text
STATE OF DELAWARE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 133,500.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)

Action status / disposition — filed text

IT WAS ALLEGED THAT MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY'S PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES DID NOT COMPLY WITH STATUTORY AND REGULATORY PROVISIONS: 18 DEL ADMIN. C.§1203­4.0 LIFE INSURANCE SOLICITATION DEFINITIONS; 18 DEL. ADMIN C. §1204­5.2 DUTIES OF AGENTS AND BROKERS; 18 DEL. C. §1204.7.1 DUTIES OF INSURERS THAT USE AGENTS OR BROKERS; 18 DEL. ADMIN. C. §1204­7.4 STANDARDS FOR BASIC ILLUSTRATIONS. RESPONDENT SHALL IMMEDIATELY IMPLEMENT CORRECTIVE ACTIONS FOR ANY AND ALL EXCEPTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS INCLUDED IN THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT AND SHALL REPORT THE COMPLETION OF THE CORRECTIVE ACTIONS TO THE DEPARTMENT WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE DATE OF THE CONSENT ORDER. THE DEPARTMENT, THROUGH ITS EXAMINERS, CONDUCTED A TARGET MARKET CONDUCT EXAMINATION OF MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY'S AFFAIRS AND PRACTICES AS OF MARCH 31, 2024. THE DEPARTMENT PROVIDED MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WITH A VERIFIED WRITTEN REPORT OF THE EXAMINATION AND MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY REVIEWED AND PROVIDED THE DEPARTMENT WITH COMMENTS ON THE EXAMINATION REPORT. THE DEPARTMENT THROUGH ITS EXAMINERS PREPARED A FINAL REPORT OF THE EXAMINATION DATED AS OF MARCH 31, 2024 (THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT). THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT CONCLUDED THAT MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY'S PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES DID NOT COMPLY WITH STATUTORY AND REGULATORY PROVISIONS. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ACCEPTED THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT AND WAIVED ANY RIGHT TO A HEARING AND AGREED THAT THE DEPARTMENT MAY FILE THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT WITHOUT ANY FURTHER MODIFICATIONS. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY PAID AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATIONS IN THE AMOUNT OF $133, 500.00 ON MAY 6, 2025. THE DEPARTMENT WILL POST A COPY OF THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT AND THE STIPULATION AND CONSENT ON THE DEPARTMENT'S PUBLIC WEBSITE. WITHIN 1 YEAR OF THE DATE OF THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT, THE DEPARTMENT MAY RE-EXAMINE THE EXCEPTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS IN THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT AND DETERMINE WHETHER THE CORRECTIVE ACTIONS WERE APPROPRIATE, PROPERLY IMPLEMENTED AND EFFECTIVE.
Other filed details

Sanction detail — filed text

MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ACCEPTED THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT AND WAIVED ANY RIGHT TO A HEARING AND AGREED THAT THE DEPARTMENT MAY FILE THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT WITHOUT ANY FURTHER MODIFICATIONS. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY PAID AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATIONS IN THE AMOUNT OF $133, 500.00 ON MAY 6, 2025.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D.,
11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File
with a completed Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the
same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD
Number:
2682
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE
INSURANCE COMPANY
(For individuals, Last, First,
Middle)

This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is
registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the
adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item
11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any
event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the
circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to
the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
STATE OF DELAWARE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER
2.
Principal Sanction:
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
03/31/2024
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
5635
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Insurance
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
05/08/2025
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 133,500.00
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction

 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal,
Financial Operations Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to
requalify/retrain, type of exam required and whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution,
disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion
of penalty was waived: 
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ACCEPTED THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT AND WAIVED ANY RIGHT TO A HEARING AND
AGREED THAT THE DEPARTMENT MAY FILE THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT WITHOUT ANY FURTHER MODIFICATIONS. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL
LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY PAID AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATIONS IN THE AMOUNT OF $133, 500.00 ON MAY 6, 2025.
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response
must fit within the space provided).
IT WAS ALLEGED THAT MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY'S PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES DID NOT COMPLY WITH STATUTORY AND
REGULATORY PROVISIONS: 18 DEL ADMIN. C.§1203­4.0 LIFE INSURANCE SOLICITATION DEFINITIONS; 18 DEL. ADMIN C. §1204­5.2 DUTIES OF
AGENTS AND BROKERS; 18 DEL. C. §1204.7.1 DUTIES OF INSURERS THAT USE AGENTS OR BROKERS; 18 DEL. ADMIN. C. §1204­7.4 STANDARDS FOR
BASIC ILLUSTRATIONS. RESPONDENT SHALL IMMEDIATELY IMPLEMENT CORRECTIVE ACTIONS FOR ANY AND ALL EXCEPTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
INCLUDED IN THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT AND SHALL REPORT THE COMPLETION OF THE CORRECTIVE ACTIONS TO THE DEPARTMENT WITHIN 30
DAYS OF THE DATE OF THE CONSENT ORDER. THE DEPARTMENT, THROUGH ITS EXAMINERS, CONDUCTED A TARGET MARKET CONDUCT EXAMINATION OF
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY'S AFFAIRS AND PRACTICES AS OF MARCH 31, 2024. THE DEPARTMENT PROVIDED
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WITH A VERIFIED WRITTEN REPORT OF THE EXAMINATION AND MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE
INSURANCE COMPANY REVIEWED AND PROVIDED THE DEPARTMENT WITH COMMENTS ON THE EXAMINATION REPORT. THE DEPARTMENT THROUGH ITS
EXAMINERS PREPARED A FINAL REPORT OF THE EXAMINATION DATED AS OF MARCH 31, 2024 (THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT). THE FINAL
EXAMINATION REPORT CONCLUDED THAT MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY'S PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES DID NOT COMPLY
WITH STATUTORY AND REGULATORY PROVISIONS. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ACCEPTED THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT
AND WAIVED ANY RIGHT TO A HEARING AND AGREED THAT THE DEPARTMENT MAY FILE THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT WITHOUT ANY FURTHER
MODIFICATIONS. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY PAID AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATIONS IN THE AMOUNT OF
$133, 500.00 ON MAY 6, 2025. THE DEPARTMENT WILL POST A COPY OF THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT AND THE STIPULATION AND CONSENT ON
THE DEPARTMENT'S PUBLIC WEBSITE. WITHIN 1 YEAR OF THE DATE OF THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT, THE DEPARTMENT MAY RE-EXAMINE THE
EXCEPTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS IN THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT AND DETERMINE WHETHER THE CORRECTIVE ACTIONS WERE
APPROPRIATE, PROPERLY IMPLEMENTED AND EFFECTIVE.
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Advisory affiliate name — filed text
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
Regulator name — filed text
STATE OF WASHINGTON OFFICE OF THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 10,000.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Order

Action status / disposition — filed text

MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY MUST CERTIFY ANNUALLY TO THE OFFICE OF THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER ("OIC") THE INSURANCE PRODUCERS THAT ARE SELLING, SOLICITING, OR NEGOTIATING THE COMPANY'S LONG TERM CARE ("LTC") INSURANCE PRODUCTS HAVE COMPLETED LTC EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS. THE CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED ANNUALLY TO THE OIC ON OR BEFORE MARCH 31ST. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS GRANTED AN EXTENSION TO FILE ITS 2021 ANNUAL CERTIFICATION REPORT BY MAY 31, 2022.THE STATE OF WASHINGTON OIC ALLEGED THAT MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY FAILED TO VERIFY THAT TWO INSURANCE PRODUCERS HAD RECEIVED THE REQUIRED LTC TRAINING BEFORE THEY WERE PERMITTED TO SELL, SOLICIT, OR OTHERWISE NEGOTIATE THE SALE OF THE COMPANY'S LTC INSURANCE PRODUCTS. BY FAILING TO VERIFY THE TRAINING, IT WAS ALLEGED THAT THE COMPANY VIOLATED RCW 48.83.130(4), JUSTIFYING THE IMPOSITION OF A FINE UNDER RCW 48.83.160. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY MUST CERTIFY ANNUALLY TO THE OFFICE OF THE NSURANCE COMMISSIONER ("OIC") INSURANCE PRODUCERS SELLING, SOLICITING, OR NEGOTIATING THE COMPANY'S LONG TERM CARE ("LTC") INSURANCE PRODUCTS HAVE COMPLETED LTC EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS. THE CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED ANNUALLY TO THE OIC ON OR BEFORE MARCH 31ST. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS GRANTED AN EXTENSION TO FILE ITS 2021 ANNUAL CERTIFICATION REPORT BY MAY 31, 2022. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY SUBMITTED THE CERTIFICATION ON MAY 26, 2022, WHICH REVEALED THAT IT SELF-DISCLOSED THAT TWO PRODUCERS SOLD THREE LTC POLICIES TO WASHINGTON CONSUMERS ON BEHALF OF THE COMPANY AND THE PRODUCERS WERE NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE LTC EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF THE SALES. RCW 48.83.130(4) REQUIRES ISSUERS TO OBTAIN VERIFICATION THAT A PRODUCER RECEIVES TRAINING BEFORE THE PRODUCER IS PERMITTED TO SELL, SOLICIT, OR NEGOTIATE THE ISSUER'S LTC NSURANCE PRODUCTS. WAC 284-17-262(1) PROVIDES THAT EACH INSURER THAT HAS LTC POLICIES APPROVED FOR SALE IN WA MUST CERTIFY ANNUALLY THAT ALL OF ITS PRODUCERS HAVE (A) COMPLETED THE 8 HR. ONE TIME LTC EDUCATION AND TRAINING COURSE REQUIRED BY RCW 48.83.130(1)(A)(I) PRIOR TO SELLING, SOLICITING, OR NEGOTIATING THE COMPANY'S LTC COVERAGE IN WA; AND (B) IF DUE, COMPLETED THE REQUIRED 4 HOUR LTC CE REQUIREMENT IMPOSED BY RCW 48.83.130(2)(B). BY FAILING TO VERIFY THAT TWO PRODUCERS HAD RECEIVED THE REQUIRED LONG-TERM CARE TRAINING PRIOR TO SELLING, SOLICITING, OR NEGOTIATING THE SALE OF THE COMPANY'S INSURANCE PRODUCTS, IT WAS ALLEGED THAT THE COMPANY HAD VIOLATED RCW 48.83.130(4) JUSTIFYING A FINE UNDER RCW 48.83.160. THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER AND THE COMPANY AGREED TO RESOLVE THE MATTER WITHOUT FURTHER ADMINISTRATIVE OR JUDICIAL PROCEEDINGS. THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER CONSENTED TO SETTLE THE MATTER IN CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY'S PAYMENT OF A FINE AND UPON SUCH TERMS AND CONDITIONS, INCLUDING (1) THE COMPANY ACKNOWLEDGES THE DUTY TO COMPLY FULLY WITH THE APPLICABLE LAWS OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON; AND (2) THE COMPANY CONSENTED TO THE ENTRY OF THE ORDER, WAIVED ANY AND ALL HEARING OR OTHER PROCEDURAL RIGHTS AND FURTHER ADMINISTRATIVE OR JUDICIAL CHALLENGES TO THE ORDER. BY AGREEMENT, THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER IMPOSED A FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,000 TO BE PAID WITHIN 30 DAYS.
Other filed details

Sanction detail — filed text

THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER CONSENTED TO SETTLE THE MATTER IN CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY'S PAYMENT OF A FINE AND UPON SUCH TERMS AND CONDITIONS, INCLUDING (1) THE COMPANY ACKNOWLEDGES THE DUTY TO COMPLY FULLY WITH THE APPLICABLE LAWS OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON; AND (2) THE COMPANY CONSENTED TO THE ENTRY OF THE ORDER, WAIVED ANY AND ALL HEARING OR OTHER PROCEDURAL RIGHTS AND FURTHER ADMINISTRATIVE OR JUDICIAL CHALLENGES TO THE ORDER. BY AGREEMENT, THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER IMPOSED A FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,000 TO BE PAID WITHIN 30 DAYS.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D.,
11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File
with a completed Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the
same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD
Number:
2682
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE

INSURANCE COMPANY
(For individuals, Last, First,
Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is
registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the
adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item
11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any
event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the
circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to
the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
STATE OF WASHINGTON OFFICE OF THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER
2.
Principal Sanction:
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
05/26/2022
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
ORDER NO. 23-0147
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Insurance
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
Order
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
09/08/2023
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 10,000.00

 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal,
Financial Operations Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to
requalify/retrain, type of exam required and whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution,
disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion
of penalty was waived: 
THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER CONSENTED TO SETTLE THE MATTER IN CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY'S PAYMENT OF A FINE AND UPON
SUCH TERMS AND CONDITIONS, INCLUDING (1) THE COMPANY ACKNOWLEDGES THE DUTY TO COMPLY FULLY WITH THE APPLICABLE LAWS OF
THE STATE OF WASHINGTON; AND (2) THE COMPANY CONSENTED TO THE ENTRY OF THE ORDER, WAIVED ANY AND ALL HEARING OR OTHER
PROCEDURAL RIGHTS AND FURTHER ADMINISTRATIVE OR JUDICIAL CHALLENGES TO THE ORDER. BY AGREEMENT, THE INSURANCE
COMMISSIONER IMPOSED A FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,000 TO BE PAID WITHIN 30 DAYS.
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response
must fit within the space provided).
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY MUST CERTIFY ANNUALLY TO THE OFFICE OF THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER ("OIC") THE
INSURANCE PRODUCERS THAT ARE SELLING, SOLICITING, OR NEGOTIATING THE COMPANY'S LONG TERM CARE ("LTC") INSURANCE PRODUCTS HAVE
COMPLETED LTC EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS. THE CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED ANNUALLY TO THE OIC ON OR BEFORE MARCH
31ST. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS GRANTED AN EXTENSION TO FILE ITS 2021 ANNUAL CERTIFICATION REPORT BY MAY
31, 2022.THE STATE OF WASHINGTON OIC ALLEGED THAT MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY FAILED TO VERIFY THAT TWO
INSURANCE PRODUCERS HAD RECEIVED THE REQUIRED LTC TRAINING BEFORE THEY WERE PERMITTED TO SELL, SOLICIT, OR OTHERWISE NEGOTIATE
THE SALE OF THE COMPANY'S LTC INSURANCE PRODUCTS. BY FAILING TO VERIFY THE TRAINING, IT WAS ALLEGED THAT THE COMPANY VIOLATED RCW
48.83.130(4), JUSTIFYING THE IMPOSITION OF A FINE UNDER RCW 48.83.160. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY MUST CERTIFY
ANNUALLY TO THE OFFICE OF THE NSURANCE COMMISSIONER ("OIC") INSURANCE PRODUCERS SELLING, SOLICITING, OR NEGOTIATING THE
COMPANY'S LONG TERM CARE ("LTC") INSURANCE PRODUCTS HAVE COMPLETED LTC EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS. THE CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED
TO BE SUBMITTED ANNUALLY TO THE OIC ON OR BEFORE MARCH 31ST. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS GRANTED AN
EXTENSION TO FILE ITS 2021 ANNUAL CERTIFICATION REPORT BY MAY 31, 2022. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY SUBMITTED THE
CERTIFICATION ON MAY 26, 2022, WHICH REVEALED THAT IT SELF-DISCLOSED THAT TWO PRODUCERS SOLD THREE LTC POLICIES TO WASHINGTON
CONSUMERS ON BEHALF OF THE COMPANY AND THE PRODUCERS WERE NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE LTC EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME
OF THE SALES. RCW 48.83.130(4) REQUIRES ISSUERS TO OBTAIN VERIFICATION THAT A PRODUCER RECEIVES TRAINING BEFORE THE PRODUCER IS
PERMITTED TO SELL, SOLICIT, OR NEGOTIATE THE ISSUER'S LTC NSURANCE PRODUCTS. WAC 284-17-262(1) PROVIDES THAT EACH INSURER THAT HAS
LTC POLICIES APPROVED FOR SALE IN WA MUST CERTIFY ANNUALLY THAT ALL OF ITS PRODUCERS HAVE (A) COMPLETED THE 8 HR. ONE TIME LTC
EDUCATION AND TRAINING COURSE REQUIRED BY RCW 48.83.130(1)(A)(I) PRIOR TO SELLING, SOLICITING, OR NEGOTIATING THE COMPANY'S LTC
COVERAGE IN WA; AND (B) IF DUE, COMPLETED THE REQUIRED 4 HOUR LTC CE REQUIREMENT IMPOSED BY RCW 48.83.130(2)(B). BY FAILING TO
VERIFY THAT TWO PRODUCERS HAD RECEIVED THE REQUIRED LONG-TERM CARE TRAINING PRIOR TO SELLING, SOLICITING, OR NEGOTIATING THE
SALE OF THE COMPANY'S INSURANCE PRODUCTS, IT WAS ALLEGED THAT THE COMPANY HAD VIOLATED RCW 48.83.130(4) JUSTIFYING A FINE UNDER
RCW 48.83.160. THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER AND THE COMPANY AGREED TO RESOLVE THE MATTER WITHOUT FURTHER ADMINISTRATIVE OR
JUDICIAL PROCEEDINGS. THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER CONSENTED TO SETTLE THE MATTER IN CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY'S PAYMENT OF A
FINE AND UPON SUCH TERMS AND CONDITIONS, INCLUDING (1) THE COMPANY ACKNOWLEDGES THE DUTY TO COMPLY FULLY WITH THE APPLICABLE
LAWS OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON; AND (2) THE COMPANY CONSENTED TO THE ENTRY OF THE ORDER, WAIVED ANY AND ALL HEARING OR OTHER
PROCEDURAL RIGHTS AND FURTHER ADMINISTRATIVE OR JUDICIAL CHALLENGES TO THE ORDER. BY AGREEMENT, THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER
IMPOSED A FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,000 TO BE PAID WITHIN 30 DAYS.
regulatory · block 6MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANYPDF pages 253–255
Advisory affiliate name — filed text
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
Regulator name — filed text
MARYLAND INSURANCE ADMINISTRATION
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 10,000.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Order

Action status / disposition — filed text

IN 2003, THE INSURED PURCHASED A FLEXIBLE PREMIUM ADJUSTABLE LIFE INSURANCE POLICY WITH A FACE AMOUNT OF $500,000. IT WAS ALLEGED THAT MASSMUTUAL RAISED THE PREMIUMS AND CHANGED AND CANCELLED THE POLICY WITHOUT NOTIFYING THE INSURED. THE INSURED FURTHER ALLEGED THAT THE AGENT DID NOT EXPLAIN THAT THE PREMIUM WOULD BE ADJSUTED ANNUALLY AND THAT THE AGENT MISREPRESENTED THE PRODUCT. THE STATE OF MARYLAND DETERMINED THAT MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ("MASSMUTUAL") VIOLATED CODE OF MARYLAND REGULATIONS ("COMAR") 31.09.15.11 AND THEREFORE SUBSECTION 4-113 OF THE INSURANCE ARTICLE BY FAILING TO SEND ANNUAL REPORTS TO AN INSURED IN 2020 AND 2021. THE ADMINISTRATION DID NOT FIND A VIOLATION BY MASSMUTUAL IN ITS OTHER ACTIONS COMPLAINED OF BY THE COMPLAINANT. THE MARYLAND INSURANCE COMMISSION ENTERED AN ORDER AGAINST MASSMUTUAL, AND WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE DATE OF THE ORDER, MASSMUTUAL WILL PAY AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY OF $1,000.
Other filed details

Sanction detail — filed text

THE MARYLAND INSURANCE COMMISSION ENTERED AN ORDER AGAINST MASSMUTUAL, AND WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE DATE OF THE ORDER, MASSMUTUAL WILL PAY AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY OF $1,000.
Full extracted filing text

Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D.,
11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File
with a completed Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the
same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)

You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD
Number:
2682
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE
INSURANCE COMPANY
(For individuals, Last, First,
Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is
registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the
adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item
11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any
event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the
circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to
the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
MARYLAND INSURANCE ADMINISTRATION
2.
Principal Sanction:
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
04/12/2022
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
MIA-2023-04-018
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Insurance
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.

10. How was matter resolved:
Order
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
04/26/2023
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 10,000.00
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal,
Financial Operations Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to
requalify/retrain, type of exam required and whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution,
disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion
of penalty was waived: 
THE MARYLAND INSURANCE COMMISSION ENTERED AN ORDER AGAINST MASSMUTUAL, AND WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE DATE OF THE ORDER,
MASSMUTUAL WILL PAY AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY OF $1,000.
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response
must fit within the space provided).
IN 2003, THE INSURED PURCHASED A FLEXIBLE PREMIUM ADJUSTABLE LIFE INSURANCE POLICY WITH A FACE AMOUNT OF $500,000. IT WAS ALLEGED
THAT MASSMUTUAL RAISED THE PREMIUMS AND CHANGED AND CANCELLED THE POLICY WITHOUT NOTIFYING THE INSURED. THE INSURED FURTHER
ALLEGED THAT THE AGENT DID NOT EXPLAIN THAT THE PREMIUM WOULD BE ADJSUTED ANNUALLY AND THAT THE AGENT MISREPRESENTED THE
PRODUCT. THE STATE OF MARYLAND DETERMINED THAT MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ("MASSMUTUAL") VIOLATED CODE OF
MARYLAND REGULATIONS ("COMAR") 31.09.15.11 AND THEREFORE SUBSECTION 4-113 OF THE INSURANCE ARTICLE BY FAILING TO SEND ANNUAL
REPORTS TO AN INSURED IN 2020 AND 2021. THE ADMINISTRATION DID NOT FIND A VIOLATION BY MASSMUTUAL IN ITS OTHER ACTIONS COMPLAINED
OF BY THE COMPLAINANT. THE MARYLAND INSURANCE COMMISSION ENTERED AN ORDER AGAINST MASSMUTUAL, AND WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE DATE
OF THE ORDER, MASSMUTUAL WILL PAY AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY OF $1,000.

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