Assets under management Growth by Quarter
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Private Funds
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Employee Growth by Quarter
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Ownership
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Reported ownership ranges
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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 Rbc Capital Markets, LLC.
Reported ownership and control details
Form ADV · Filing date 2026-09-30 · Schedules A and B
| # | Owner / person & role | Interest in entity | Reported interest | Control person | Title / status acquired | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RBC USA HOLDCO CORPORATIONDIRECT OWNERDomestic entity | RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC | 75% or moreCode E | Yes | DIRECT OWNER11/2010 | Schedule APDF page 93 |
| 2 | THOMAS STEVEN SAGISSORPRESIDENT OF RBC WEALTH MANAGEMENTIndividual | RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC | Less than 5%Code NA | Yes | PRESIDENT OF RBC WEALTH MANAGEMENT04/2016 | Schedule APDF page 93 |
| 3 | BRETT LANE THORNEPRESIDENT, RBC CLEARING & CUSTODYIndividual | RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC | Less than 5%Code NA | Yes | PRESIDENT, RBC CLEARING & CUSTODY08/2016 | Schedule APDF page 93 |
| 4 | JOHN CHRISTOPHER PENNGENERAL COUNSELIndividual | RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC | Less than 5%Code NA | Yes | GENERAL COUNSEL12/2021 | Schedule APDF page 93 |
| 5 | PAUL ADAM CARLESIMOCHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS - U.S.Individual | RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC | Less than 5%Code NA | Yes | CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS - U.S.07/2022 | Schedule APDF page 93 |
| 6 | DORJE TSERING GLASSMANCO-HEAD OF U.S. CAPITAL MARKETS LAW GROUPIndividual | RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC | Less than 5%Code NA | Yes | CO-HEAD OF U.S. CAPITAL MARKETS LAW GROUP10/2022 | Schedule APDF page 93 |
| 7 | KRISTEN ELIZABETH ESPENAKCHIEF RISK OFFICER, USAIndividual | RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC | Less than 5%Code NA | Yes | CHIEF RISK OFFICER, USA12/2022 | Schedule APDF page 93 |
| 8 | CINDY LOUISE SCHREINERUS WEALTH MANAGEMENT PRINCIPAL OPERATIONS OFFICERIndividual | RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC | Less than 5%Code NA | Yes | US WEALTH MANAGEMENT PRINCIPAL OPERATIONS OFFICER04/2024 | Schedule APDF page 93 |
| 9 | VITO ANTONIO SPERDUTODIRECTOR, CEO OF U.S. CAPITAL MARKETS & CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARDIndividual | RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC | Less than 5%Code NA | Yes | DIRECTOR, CEO OF U.S. CAPITAL MARKETS & CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD09/2024 | Schedule APDF page 93 |
| 10 | SEAN WALTER O'CONNORCHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER, RBC WEALTH MANAGEMENT - U.S.Individual | RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC | Less than 5%Code NA | Yes | CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER, RBC WEALTH MANAGEMENT - U.S.09/2024 | Schedule APDF page 93 |
| 11 | JENNIFER LEE RICATTIPRINCIPAL FINANCIAL OFFICERIndividual | RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC | Less than 5%Code NA | Yes | PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL OFFICER05/2026 | Schedule APDF page 93 |
| 12 | ROYAL BANK OF CANADAULTIMATE OWNERForeign entity | RBC US GROUP HOLDINGS LLC | 75% or moreCode E | Yes | ULTIMATE OWNER11/2010 | Schedule BPDF page 94 |
| 13 | RBC US GROUP HOLDINGS LLCINDIRECT OWNERDomestic entity | RBC USA HOLDCO CORPORATION | 75% or moreCode E | Yes | INDIRECT OWNER06/2018 | Schedule BPDF page 94 |
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 9/15/2026 2:38:31 PM
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.
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 Yes
Has the SEC or CFTC ever:
- C1Found you or an advisory affiliate made a false statement or omission?Yes
- C2Found you or an advisory affiliate violated SEC or CFTC regulations or statutes?Yes
- C3Found you or an advisory affiliate caused an investment-related business to have its authorization to do business denied, suspended, revoked, or restricted?Yes
- C4Entered an order against you or an advisory affiliate in connection with investment-related activity?Yes
- 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?Yes
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 actions1 Yes3 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?Yes
- 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 136 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.
criminal · sectionPDF pages 95–96
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No Information Filed DRP Pages
regulatory · block 1PDF pages 96–97
- Regulator name — filed text
- OFFICE OF THE MISSISSIPPI SECRETARY OF STATE SECURITIES DIVISION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 34,070.17
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Action status / disposition — filed text
AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2.8 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WHERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION OF RULE 521 OF THE PREDECESSOR ACT OF THE MISSISSIPPI CODE.
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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 No Information Filed 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) OFFICE OF THE MISSISSIPPI SECRETARY OF STATE SECURITIES DIVISION 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: UNDERTAKING 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 10/31/2013 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: LS-13-0732 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WHERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. 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): 10/31/2013 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: $ 34,070.17 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED. 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 FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION OF RULE 521 OF THE PREDECESSOR ACT OF THE MISSISSIPPI CODE. 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). AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2.8 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
regulatory · block 2RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLCPDF pages 97–99
- Advisory affiliate name — filed text
- RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 650,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Action status / disposition — filed text
RBC HAS SUBMITTED AN OFFER OF SETTLEMENT, WHICH THE COMMISSION HAS DETERMINED TO ACCEPT. RBC WILLFULLY VIOLATED SECTIONS 17(A) (2) AND 17(A)(3) OF THE SECURITIES ACT. ACCORDINGLY, IT IS ORDERED THAT RESPONDENT CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTIONS 17(A)(2) AND 17(A)(3) OF THE SECURITIES ACT. RESPONDENT IS CENSURED AND SHALL PAY DISGORGEMENT OF $2,607,676 WITH PREJUDGMENT INTEREST OF $631,331, PLUS A CIVIL MONETARY PENALTY OF $650,000.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE COMMISSION FINDS THAT FROM AT LEAST JULY 2012 THROUGH AUGUST 2017 (THE "RELEVANT PERIOD"), RBC DISADVANTAGED CERTAIN RETIREMENT PLAN AND CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION BROKERAGE CUSTOMERS WHO MAINTAINED ACCOUNTS AT RBC ("ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS") BY FAILING TO ASCERTAIN THAT THEY WERE ELIGIBLE FOR A LESS EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASS, AND RECOMMENDING AND SELLING THEM MORE EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES IN CERTAIN OPEN-END REGISTERED INVESTMENT COMPANIES ("MUTUAL FUNDS") WHEN LESS EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES WERE AVAILABLE. RBC DID SO WITHOUT DISCLOSING THAT IT WOULD RECEIVE GREATER COMPENSATION FROM THE ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS' PURCHASES OF THE MORE EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES. ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS DID NOT HAVE SUFFICIENT INFORMATION TO UNDERSTAND THAT RBC HAD A CONFLICT OF INTEREST RESULTING FROM COMPENSATION IT RECEIVED FOR SELLING THE MORE EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES. SPECIFICALLY, RBC RECOMMENDED AND SOLD THESE ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS CLASS A SHARES WITH AN UP-FRONT SALES CHARGE, OR CLASS B OR CLASS C SHARES WITH A BACK-END CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGE ("CDSC") (A DEFERRED SALES CHARGE THE PURCHASER PAYS IF THE PURCHASER SELLS THE SHARES DURING A SPECIFIED TIME PERIOD FOLLOWING THE PURCHASE) AND HIGHER ONGOING FEES AND EXPENSES, WHEN THESE ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS WERE ELIGIBLE TO PURCHASE LOADWAIVED CLASS A AND/OR NO-LOAD CLASS R SHARES. RBC OMITTED MATERIAL INFORMATION CONCERNING ITS COMPENSATION WHEN IT RECOMMENDED THE MORE EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES. RBC ALSO DID NOT DISCLOSE THAT THE PURCHASE OF THE MORE EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES WOULD NEGATIVELY IMPACT THE OVERALL RETURN ON THE ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS' INVESTMENTS, IN LIGHT OF THE DIFFERENT FEE STRUCTURES FOR THE DIFFERENT FUND SHARE CLASSES. IN MAKING THOSE RECOMMENDATIONS OF MORE EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES WHILE OMITTING MATERIAL FACTS, RBC VIOLATED SECTIONS 17(A)(2) AND 17(A) (3) OF THE SECURITIES ACT. THESE PROVISIONS PROHIBIT, RESPECTIVELY, IN THE OFFER OR SALE OF SECURITIES, OBTAINING MONEY OR PROPERTY BY MEANS OF AN OMISSION TO STATE A MATERIAL FACT NECESSARY TO MAKE STATEMENTS MADE NOT MISLEADING, AND ENGAGING IN A COURSE OF BUSINESS WHICH OPERATES AS A FRAUD OR DECEIT ON THE PURCHASER. AS A RESULT OF THE CONDUCT DESCRIBED ABOVE, RBC WILLFULLY VIOLATED SECTIONS 17(A)(2) AND 17(A)(3) OF THE SECURITIES ACT.
Sanction detail — filed text
RESPONDENT SHALL CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTIONS 17(A)(2) AND 17(A)(3) OF THE SECURITIES ACT. RESPONDENT IS CENSURED AND SHALL PAY DISGORGEMENT OF $2,607,676 WITH PREJUDGMENT INTEREST OF $631,331, PLUS A CIVIL MONETARY PENALTY OF $650,000.
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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:
31194
This advisory affiliate is
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC
(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)
2.
Principal Sanction:
Cease and Desist
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
04/24/2020
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
3-19769
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Mutual Fund(s)
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
THE COMMISSION FINDS THAT FROM AT LEAST JULY 2012 THROUGH AUGUST 2017 (THE "RELEVANT PERIOD"), RBC DISADVANTAGED CERTAIN
RETIREMENT PLAN AND CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION BROKERAGE CUSTOMERS WHO MAINTAINED ACCOUNTS AT RBC ("ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS") BY
FAILING TO ASCERTAIN THAT THEY WERE ELIGIBLE FOR A LESS EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASS, AND RECOMMENDING AND SELLING THEM MORE EXPENSIVE
SHARE CLASSES IN CERTAIN OPEN-END REGISTERED INVESTMENT COMPANIES ("MUTUAL FUNDS") WHEN LESS EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES WERE
AVAILABLE. RBC DID SO WITHOUT DISCLOSING THAT IT WOULD RECEIVE GREATER COMPENSATION FROM THE ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS' PURCHASES OF
THE MORE EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES. ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS DID NOT HAVE SUFFICIENT INFORMATION TO UNDERSTAND THAT RBC HAD A CONFLICT
OF INTEREST RESULTING FROM COMPENSATION IT RECEIVED FOR SELLING THE MORE EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES. SPECIFICALLY, RBC RECOMMENDED
AND SOLD THESE ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS CLASS A SHARES WITH AN UP-FRONT SALES CHARGE, OR CLASS B OR CLASS C SHARES WITH A BACK-END
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGE ("CDSC") (A DEFERRED SALES CHARGE THE PURCHASER PAYS IF THE PURCHASER SELLS THE SHARES DURING A
SPECIFIED TIME PERIOD FOLLOWING THE PURCHASE) AND HIGHER ONGOING FEES AND EXPENSES, WHEN THESE ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS WERE
ELIGIBLE TO PURCHASE LOADWAIVED CLASS A AND/OR NO-LOAD CLASS R SHARES. RBC OMITTED MATERIAL INFORMATION CONCERNING ITS
COMPENSATION WHEN IT RECOMMENDED THE MORE EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES. RBC ALSO DID NOT DISCLOSE THAT THE PURCHASE OF THE MORE
EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES WOULD NEGATIVELY IMPACT THE OVERALL RETURN ON THE ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS' INVESTMENTS, IN LIGHT OF THE
DIFFERENT FEE STRUCTURES FOR THE DIFFERENT FUND SHARE CLASSES. IN MAKING THOSE RECOMMENDATIONS OF MORE EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES
WHILE OMITTING MATERIAL FACTS, RBC VIOLATED SECTIONS 17(A)(2) AND 17(A) (3) OF THE SECURITIES ACT. THESE PROVISIONS PROHIBIT,
RESPECTIVELY, IN THE OFFER OR SALE OF SECURITIES, OBTAINING MONEY OR PROPERTY BY MEANS OF AN OMISSION TO STATE A MATERIAL FACT
NECESSARY TO MAKE STATEMENTS MADE NOT MISLEADING, AND ENGAGING IN A COURSE OF BUSINESS WHICH OPERATES AS A FRAUD OR DECEIT ON
THE PURCHASER. AS A RESULT OF THE CONDUCT DESCRIBED ABOVE, RBC WILLFULLY VIOLATED SECTIONS 17(A)(2) AND 17(A)(3) OF THE SECURITIES
ACT.
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):
04/24/2020
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: $ 650,000.00
Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
Disgorgement/Restitution
Censure
Cease and Desist/Injunction
Bar
Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
PREJUDGMENT INTEREST ON DISGORGEMENT
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:
RESPONDENT SHALL CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTIONS 17(A)(2)
AND 17(A)(3) OF THE SECURITIES ACT. RESPONDENT IS CENSURED AND SHALL PAY DISGORGEMENT OF $2,607,676 WITH PREJUDGMENT
INTEREST OF $631,331, PLUS A CIVIL MONETARY PENALTY OF $650,000.
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).
RBC HAS SUBMITTED AN OFFER OF SETTLEMENT, WHICH THE COMMISSION HAS DETERMINED TO ACCEPT. RBC WILLFULLY VIOLATED SECTIONS 17(A)
(2) AND 17(A)(3) OF THE SECURITIES ACT. ACCORDINGLY, IT IS ORDERED THAT RESPONDENT CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY
VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTIONS 17(A)(2) AND 17(A)(3) OF THE SECURITIES ACT. RESPONDENT IS CENSURED AND SHALL PAY
DISGORGEMENT OF $2,607,676 WITH PREJUDGMENT INTEREST OF $631,331, PLUS A CIVIL MONETARY PENALTY OF $650,000.regulatory · block 3PDF pages 100–101
- Regulator name — filed text
- MASSACHUSETTS SECURITIES DIVISION
Action status / disposition — filed text
THE DIVISION ALLEGES THAT RBC FAILED TO ADEQUATELY SUPERVISE ITS REPRESENTATIVES WITH RESPECT TO CONCENTRATION AND SUITABILITY OF MLP AND TELECOM POSITIONS IN CERTAIN CLIENT ACCOUNTS.
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Description of allegations — filed text
THE DIVISION ALLEGES THAT RBC FAILED TO ADEQUATELY SUPERVISE ITS REPRESENTATIVES WITH RESPECT TO CONCENTRATION AND SUITABILITY OF MLP AND TELECOM POSITIONS IN CERTAIN CLIENT ACCOUNTS.
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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 No Information Filed 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) MASSACHUSETTS SECURITIES DIVISION 2. Principal Sanction: Restitution Other Sanctions: CEASE AND DESIST, CENSURE, REVIEW OF SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES, ENGAGEMENT OF INDEPENDENT COMPLIANCE CONSULTANT, DISGORGEMENT, ADMINISTRATIVE FINE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 05/19/2020 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: E-2019-0117 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: MASTER LIMITED PARTNERSHIPS - ENERGY SECTOR US EQUITIES AND TELECOM 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): THE DIVISION ALLEGES THAT RBC FAILED TO ADEQUATELY SUPERVISE ITS REPRESENTATIVES WITH RESPECT TO CONCENTRATION AND SUITABILITY OF MLP AND TELECOM POSITIONS IN CERTAIN CLIENT ACCOUNTS. 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): 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 DIVISION ALLEGES THAT RBC FAILED TO ADEQUATELY SUPERVISE ITS REPRESENTATIVES WITH RESPECT TO CONCENTRATION AND SUITABILITY OF MLP AND TELECOM POSITIONS IN CERTAIN CLIENT ACCOUNTS.
regulatory · block 4ROYAL BANK OF CANADAPDF pages 101–103
- Advisory affiliate name — filed text
- ROYAL BANK OF CANADA
- Regulator name — filed text
- SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 6,000,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Decision & Order of Offer of Settlement
Action status / disposition — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE ENTRY OF THE ORDER INSTITUTING CEASE-AND-DESIST PROCEEDINGS AND IMPOSING A CEASE-AND-DESIST ORDER.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
FAILURE TO MAKE AND KEEP BOOKS, RECORDS, AND ACCOUNTS, WHICH, IN REASONABLE DETAIL, ACCURATELY AND FAIRLY REFLECT THE TRANSACTIONS AND DISPOSITIONS OF THE ASSETS OF THE ISSUER. FAILURE TO DEVISE AND MAINTAIN A SYSTEM OF INTERNAL ACCOUNT CONTROLS SUFFICIENT TO PROVIDE REASONABLE ASSURANCE THAT TRANSACTIONS ARE RECORDED TO PERMIT PREPARATION OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS IN CONFORMITY WITH GENERALLY ACCEPTED ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE ENTRY OF THE ORDER INSTITUTING CEASE-AND-DESIST PROCEEDINGS AND IMPOSING A CEASE-AND-DESIST ORDER.
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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: This advisory affiliate is a Firm an Individual Registered: Yes No Name: ROYAL BANK OF CANADA (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) SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: IT WAS ORDERED THAT THE FIRM CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTIONS 13(B)(2)(A) AND 13(B)(2)(B) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT. 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 11/02/2023 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEEDING FILE NO. 3-21792 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): ROYAL BANK OF CANADA 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: IT WAS ORDERED THAT THE FIRM CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTIONS 13(B)(2)(A) AND 13(B)(2)(B) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT. 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): FAILURE TO MAKE AND KEEP BOOKS, RECORDS, AND ACCOUNTS, WHICH, IN REASONABLE DETAIL, ACCURATELY AND FAIRLY REFLECT THE TRANSACTIONS AND DISPOSITIONS OF THE ASSETS OF THE ISSUER. FAILURE TO DEVISE AND MAINTAIN A SYSTEM OF INTERNAL ACCOUNT CONTROLS SUFFICIENT TO PROVIDE REASONABLE ASSURANCE THAT TRANSACTIONS ARE RECORDED TO PERMIT PREPARATION OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS IN CONFORMITY WITH GENERALLY ACCEPTED ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES. 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: Decision & Order of Offer of Settlement 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 11/02/2023 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: $ 6,000,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: IT WAS ORDERED THAT THE FIRM CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTIONS 13(B)(2)(A) AND 13(B)(2)(B) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT. 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: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE ENTRY OF THE ORDER INSTITUTING CEASE-AND-DESIST PROCEEDINGS AND IMPOSING A CEASE-AND-DESIST ORDER. 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). WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE ENTRY OF THE ORDER INSTITUTING CEASE-AND-DESIST PROCEEDINGS AND IMPOSING A CEASE-AND-DESIST ORDER.
regulatory · block 5PDF pages 103–105
- Regulator name — filed text
- DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE, SECURITIES AND BANKING
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 38,925.17
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Action status / disposition — filed text
AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2.8 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE SATTE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WHERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 31-5602.01(A) AND SECTION 31-5602.07(12) OF THE D.C. OFFICIAL CODE.
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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 No Information Filed 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) DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE, SECURITIES AND BANKING 2. Principal Sanction: Undertaking Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 01/10/2014 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: SB-CO-12-13 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WHERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. 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): 01/10/2014 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: $ 38,925.17 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED. 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 FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 31-5602.01(A) AND SECTION 31-5602.07(12) OF THE D.C. OFFICIAL CODE. 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). AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2.8 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE SATTE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
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regulatory · block 6PDF pages 105–107
- Regulator name — filed text
- IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 45,770.17
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Action status / disposition — filed text
AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2.8 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE SATTE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSTITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 12.01.08.105.01 AND SECTION 12.01.08.105.03 OF THE IDAHO ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES ACT.
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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 No Information Filed 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) IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: UNDERTAKING 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 01/17/2014 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2013-7-10 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSTITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. 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): 01/17/2014 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: $ 45,770.17 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED. 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 FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 12.01.08.105.01 AND SECTION 12.01.08.105.03 OF THE IDAHO ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES ACT. 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). AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2.8 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE SATTE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
regulatory · block 7PDF pages 107–109
- Regulator name — filed text
- STATE OF FLORIDA OFFICE OF FINANCIAL REGULATION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 71,380.17
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Action status / disposition — filed text
AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2.8 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WHERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES.
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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 No Information Filed 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 FLORIDA OFFICE OF FINANCIAL REGULATION 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: UNDERTAKING 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 03/26/2014 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 0273-SR-07/13 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WHERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. 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): 03/26/2014 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: $ 71,380.17 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED. THE FIRM SHALL CEASE AND DESIST FROM VIOLATING THE FLORIDA SECURITIES AND INVESTOR PROTECTION ACT. 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 g g y p p p g y y p y p penalty was waived: THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 517.12(1) OF THE FLORIDA STATUTES 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). AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2.8 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
regulatory · block 8PDF pages 109–111
- Regulator name — filed text
- STATE OF SOUTH DAKOTA DIVISION OF SECURITIES
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 46,470.17
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Action status / disposition — filed text
AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2.8 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WHERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSTITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 20:08:03:08 OF THE SOUTH DAKOTA ADMINISTRATIVE RULE AS WELL AS SECTION 47-31B-402(D) OF THE SOUTH DAKOTA CODIFIED LAW.
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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 No Information Filed 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 SOUTH DAKOTA DIVISION OF SECURITIES 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: UNDERTAKING 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 03/21/2014 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: N/A 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WHERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSTITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. 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): 03/21/2014 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: $ 46,470.17 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED. 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 FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 20:08:03:08 OF THE SOUTH DAKOTA ADMINISTRATIVE RULE AS WELL AS SECTION 47-31B-402(D) OF THE SOUTH DAKOTA CODIFIED LAW. 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). AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2.8 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
regulatory · block 9PDF pages 111–112
- Regulator name — filed text
- COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 38,020.17
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Action status / disposition — filed text
AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2.8 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WHERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSTITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF 808 KAR 10:030, SECTION 4(1)(A)1 OF THE KENTUCKY ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS AND SECTION KRS 292.337(K) OF THE KENTUCKY REVISED STATUTES.
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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 No Information Filed 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) COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: UNDERTAKING 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 04/21/2014 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2014-AH-0021 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WHERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSTITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. 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): 04/21/2014 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: $ 38,020.17 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED. 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 FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF 808 KAR 10:030, SECTION 4(1)(A)1 OF THE KENTUCKY ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS AND SECTION KRS 292.337(K) OF THE KENTUCKY REVISED STATUTES. 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). AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2.8 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
regulatory · block 10PDF pages 112–114
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 12,500.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM TRANSMITTED TO ORDER AUDIT TRAIL SYSTEM ("OATS") 174 REPORTS FOR WHICH IT DID NOT HAVE AN OATS REPORTING RESPONSIBILITY.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT TRANSMITTED REPORTS TO THE ORDER AUDIT TRAIL SYSTEM ("OATS") FOR WHICH IT DID NOT HAVE AN OATS REPORTING RESPONSIBILITY; THEREFORE, THE FIRM IS CENSURED AND FINED $12,500.00.
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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
No Information Filed
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)
FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY
2.
Principal Sanction:
Censure
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
06/27/2014
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
20130358260-01
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
No Product
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
IT IS ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM TRANSMITTED TO ORDER AUDIT TRAIL SYSTEM ("OATS") 174 REPORTS FOR WHICH IT DID NOT HAVE AN OATS REPORTING
RESPONSIBILITY.
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):
06/27/2014
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: $ 12,500.00
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:
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT
TRANSMITTED REPORTS TO THE ORDER AUDIT TRAIL SYSTEM ("OATS") FOR WHICH IT DID NOT HAVE AN OATS REPORTING RESPONSIBILITY;
THEREFORE, THE FIRM IS CENSURED AND FINED $12,500.00.
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).regulatory · block 11PDF pages 114–116
- Regulator name — filed text
- MISSOURI OFFICE OF SECRETARY OF STATE
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 50,220.17
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Action status / disposition — filed text
AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $.28 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSTITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 409.4-402(D) RSMO (CUM. SUPP. 2012) AND 409.4-412(D)(9) RSMO (CUM. SUPP. 2012)OF THE MISSOURI REVISED STATUTES
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 No Information Filed 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) MISSOURI OFFICE OF SECRETARY OF STATE 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: UNDERTAKING 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 07/02/2014 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: AP-14-11 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSTITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. 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): 07/02/2014 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: $ 50,220.17 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED. 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 FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 409.4-402(D) RSMO (CUM. SUPP. 2012) AND 409.4-412(D)(9) RSMO (CUM. SUPP. 2012)OF THE MISSOURI REVISED STATUTES 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). AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $.28 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
regulatory · block 12PDF pages 116–118
- Regulator name — filed text
- NEBRASKA DEPARTMENT OF BANKING & FINANCE
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 35,240.17
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Action status / disposition — filed text
AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $.28 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSTITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 8-1103(1)(REISSUE 2012) OF THE NEBRASKA REVISED STATUTES.
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 No Information Filed 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) NEBRASKA DEPARTMENT OF BANKING & FINANCE 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: UNDERTAKING 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/16/2014 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: N/A 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSTITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. 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): 06/16/2014 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: $ 35,240.17 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED. 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 FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 8-1103(1)(REISSUE 2012) OF THE NEBRASKA REVISED STATUTES. 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). AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $.28 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
regulatory · block 13PDF pages 118–120
- Regulator name — filed text
- NEW YORK OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 65,370.17
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Action status / disposition — filed text
AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $.28 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSTITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF ARTICLE 23-A, SECTION 359-E(3) OF THE GENERAL BUSINESS LAW COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE MARTIN ACT.
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 No Information Filed 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 OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: UNDERTAKING 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/20/2014 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: AOD NO. 14-126 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSTITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. 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): 06/20/2014 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: $ 65,370.17 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED. 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 FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF ARTICLE 23-A, SECTION 359-E(3) OF THE GENERAL BUSINESS LAW COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE MARTIN ACT. 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). AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $.28 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
regulatory · block 14PDF pages 120–121
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 5,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO CONTEMPORANEOUSLY OR PARTIALLY EXECUTE 27 CUSTOMER LIMIT ORDERS IN 15 OVER-THE-COUNTER (OTC) SECURITIES AFTER IT TRADED EACH SUBJECT SECURITY FOR ITS OWN MARKET-MAKING ACCOUNT AT A PRICE THAT WOULD HAVE SATISFIED EACH CUSTOMER'S LIMIT ORDER.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO CONTEMPORANEOUSLY OR PARTIALLY EXECUTE 27 CUSTOMER LIMIT ORDERS IN 15 OVER-THE-COUNTER (OTC) SECURITIES AFTER IT TRADED EACH SUBJECT SECURITY FOR ITS OWN MARKET-MAKING ACCOUNT AT A PRICE THAT WOULD HAVE SATISFIED EACH CUSTOMER'S LIMIT ORDER; THEREFORE, THE FIRM IS FINED $5,000.00 AND MUST PAY RESTITUTION IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,605.95, PLUS INTEREST TO THE CUSTOMER(S).
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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 No Information Filed 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) FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: RESTITUTION 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 09/16/2014 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 20120317576-01 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Equity - OTC Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO CONTEMPORANEOUSLY OR PARTIALLY EXECUTE 27 CUSTOMER LIMIT ORDERS IN 15 OVER-THE-COUNTER (OTC) SECURITIES AFTER IT TRADED EACH SUBJECT SECURITY FOR ITS OWN MARKET-MAKING ACCOUNT AT A PRICE THAT WOULD HAVE SATISFIED EACH CUSTOMER'S LIMIT ORDER. 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): 09/16/2014 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: $ 5,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: RESTITUTION IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,605.95, PLUS INTEREST 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: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO CONTEMPORANEOUSLY OR PARTIALLY EXECUTE 27 CUSTOMER LIMIT ORDERS IN 15 OVER-THE-COUNTER (OTC) SECURITIES AFTER IT TRADED EACH SUBJECT SECURITY FOR ITS OWN MARKET-MAKING ACCOUNT AT A PRICE THAT WOULD HAVE SATISFIED EACH CUSTOMER'S LIMIT ORDER; THEREFORE, THE FIRM IS FINED $5,000.00 AND MUST PAY RESTITUTION IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,605.95, PLUS INTEREST TO THE CUSTOMER(S). 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).
regulatory · block 15PDF pages 121–123
- Regulator name — filed text
- CBOE FUTURES EXCHANGE, LLC
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 25,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Decision & Order of Offer of Settlement
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS ALLEGED THAT DURING THE APPROXIMATE PERIOD FROM IN OR ABOUT MAY 2012 THROUGH IN OR ABOUT APRIL 2013, ON NUMEROUS DATES, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC FAILED TO SUBMIT ORDER ENTRY OPERATOR IDS PURSUANT TO CFE RULE 303A WITH NUMEROUS ORDERS SENT TO CFE.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS; THEREFORE IT IS CENSURED AND FINED $25,000.00.
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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 No Information Filed 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) CBOE FUTURES EXCHANGE, LLC 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 10/01/2014 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: CFE-14-0003 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Futures - Commodity Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS ALLEGED THAT DURING THE APPROXIMATE PERIOD FROM IN OR ABOUT MAY 2012 THROUGH IN OR ABOUT APRIL 2013, ON NUMEROUS DATES, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC FAILED TO SUBMIT ORDER ENTRY OPERATOR IDS PURSUANT TO CFE RULE 303A WITH NUMEROUS ORDERS SENT TO CFE. 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: Decision & Order of Offer of Settlement 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 11/05/2014 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: $ 25,000.00 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: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS; THEREFORE IT IS CENSURED AND FINED $25,000.00. 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).
regulatory · block 16PDF pages 123–125
- Regulator name — filed text
- CHICAGO BOARD OPTIONS EXCHANGE
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 40,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Settled
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS ALLEGED THAT RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC (RBCCM) FAILED TO REGISTER SEVENTEEN ASSOCIATED PERSONS AS PROPRIETARY TRADERS WITH THE CHICAGO BOARD OPTIONS EXCHANGE (CBOE) ON VARIOUS DATES BETWEEN ON OR ABOUT NOVEMBER 5, 2011 THROUGH ON OR ABOUT APRIL 29, 2013. IT IS ALSO ALLEGED THAT RBCCM FAILED TO REGISTER ONE ASSOCIATED PERSON WITH CBOE FROM ON OR ABOUT DECEMBER 18, 2012 THROUGH ON OR ABOUT MAY 13, 2013 AS A PROPRIETARY TRADING PRINCIPAL. IN ADDITION, FROM ON OR ABOUT APRIL 1, 2012 THROUGH ON OR ABOUT APRIL 19, 2013, IT IS ALLEGED THAT RBCCM FAILED TO REGISTER ONE ASSOCIATED PERSON WITH CBOE AS A PROPRIETARY TRADER PRINCIPAL. IT IS ALSO ALLEGED THAT RBCCM FAILED TO REGISTER ITS CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER AS A PROPRIETARY TRADER COMPLIANCE OFFICER WITH CBOE BY NOVEMBER 5, 2011 PURSUANT TO EXCHANGE RULE 3.6A.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO REGISTER: SEVENTEEN ASSOCIATED PERSONS AS PROPRIETARY TRADERS WITH THE CHICAGO BOARD OPTIONS EXCHANGE (CBOE) ON VARIOUS DATES BETWEEN ON OR ABOUT NOVEMBER 5, 2011 THROUGH ON OR ABOUT APRIL 29, 2013, ONE ASSOCIATED PERSON WITH CBOE FROM ON OR ABOUT DECEMBER 18, 2012 THROUGH ON OR ABOUT MAY 13, 2013 AS A PROPRIETARY TRADING PRINCIPAL, ONE ASSOCIATED PERSON WITH CBOE AS A PROPRIETARY TRADER PRINCIPAL FROM ON OR ABOUT APRIL 1, 2012 THROUGH ON OR ABOUT APRIL 19, 2013, AND ITS CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER AS A PROPRIETARY TRADER COMPLIANCE OFFICER WITH CBOE BY NOVEMBER 5, 2011 PURSUANT TO EXCHANGE RULE 3.6A; THEREFORE THE FIRM IS FINED $40,000.00 AND CENSURED.
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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 No Information Filed 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) CHICAGO BOARD OPTIONS EXCHANGE 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 10/02/2014 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 14-0143 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS ALLEGED THAT RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC (RBCCM) FAILED TO REGISTER SEVENTEEN ASSOCIATED PERSONS AS PROPRIETARY TRADERS WITH THE CHICAGO BOARD OPTIONS EXCHANGE (CBOE) ON VARIOUS DATES BETWEEN ON OR ABOUT NOVEMBER 5, 2011 THROUGH ON OR ABOUT APRIL 29, 2013. IT IS ALSO ALLEGED THAT RBCCM FAILED TO REGISTER ONE ASSOCIATED PERSON WITH CBOE FROM ON OR ABOUT DECEMBER 18, 2012 THROUGH ON OR ABOUT MAY 13, 2013 AS A PROPRIETARY TRADING PRINCIPAL. IN ADDITION, FROM ON OR ABOUT APRIL 1, 2012 THROUGH ON OR ABOUT APRIL 19, 2013, IT IS ALLEGED THAT RBCCM FAILED TO REGISTER ONE ASSOCIATED PERSON WITH CBOE AS A PROPRIETARY TRADER PRINCIPAL. IT IS ALSO ALLEGED THAT RBCCM FAILED TO REGISTER ITS CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER AS A PROPRIETARY TRADER COMPLIANCE OFFICER WITH CBOE BY NOVEMBER 5, 2011 PURSUANT TO EXCHANGE RULE 3.6A. 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: Settled 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 12/01/2014 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: $ 40,000.00 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: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO REGISTER: SEVENTEEN ASSOCIATED PERSONS AS PROPRIETARY TRADERS WITH THE CHICAGO BOARD OPTIONS EXCHANGE (CBOE) ON VARIOUS DATES BETWEEN ON OR ABOUT NOVEMBER 5, 2011 THROUGH ON OR ABOUT APRIL 29, 2013, ONE ASSOCIATED PERSON WITH CBOE FROM ON OR ABOUT DECEMBER 18, 2012 THROUGH ON OR ABOUT MAY 13, 2013 AS A PROPRIETARY TRADING PRINCIPAL, ONE ASSOCIATED PERSON WITH CBOE AS A PROPRIETARY TRADER PRINCIPAL FROM ON OR ABOUT APRIL 1, 2012 THROUGH ON OR ABOUT APRIL 19, 2013, AND ITS CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER AS A PROPRIETARY TRADER COMPLIANCE OFFICER WITH CBOE BY NOVEMBER 5, 2011 PURSUANT TO EXCHANGE RULE 3.6A; THEREFORE THE FIRM IS FINED $40,000.00 AND CENSURED. 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).
regulatory · block 17ROYAL BANK OF CANADAPDF pages 125–127
- Advisory affiliate name — filed text
- ROYAL BANK OF CANADA
- Regulator name — filed text
- COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 35,000,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
ROYAL BANK OF CANADA IS ALLEGED TO HAVE VIOLATED SECTION 4C(A) OF THE COMMODITY EXCHANGE ACT, AND COMMISSION REGULATION 1.38(A), BY KNOWINGLY ENTERING INTO PURCHASES AND SALES OF SINGLE STOCK FUTURES AND NARROW-BASED INDEX FUTURES CONTRACTS OPPOSITE ITS SUBSIDIARIES WITH THE EXPRESS OR IMPLIED UNDERSTANDING THAT THE POSITION WOULD BE OFFSET OR DELIVERED OPPOSITE EACH OTHER.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT VIOLATED SECTION 4C(A) OF THE COMMODITY EXCHANGE ACT, AND COMMISSION REGULATION 1.38(A), BY KNOWINGLY ENTERING INTO PURCHASES AND SALES OF SINGLE STOCK FUTURES AND NARROW-BASED INDEX FUTURES CONTRACTS OPPOSITE ITS SUBSIDIARIES WITH THE EXPRESS OR IMPLIED UNDERSTANDING THAT THE POSITIONS WOULD BE OFFSET OR DELIVERED OPPOSITE EACH OTHER; THEREFORE THE FIRM IS FINED $35,000,000.00 AND IS PERMANENTLY RESTRAINED, ENJOINED, AND PROHIBITED FROM DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY ENTERING INTO OR CONFIRMING THE EXECUTION OF A TRANSACTION THAT IS, IS OF THE CHARACTER OF, OR IS COMMONLY KNOWN TO THE TRADE AS A WASH SALE, OR IS A FICTITIOUS SALE. THE FIRM IS ALSO PERMANENTLY RESTRAINED, ENJOINED, AND PROHIBITED FROM DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY EXECUTING ANY NONCOMPETITIVE TRANSACTION.
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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: This advisory affiliate is a Firm an Individual Registered: Yes No Name: ROYAL BANK OF CANADA (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) COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: INJUNCTION 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 04/02/2012 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 12-CV-2497 (AKH/KNF) 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): ROYAL BANK OF CANADA 6. Principal Product Type: Futures - Financial Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): ROYAL BANK OF CANADA IS ALLEGED TO HAVE VIOLATED SECTION 4C(A) OF THE COMMODITY EXCHANGE ACT, AND COMMISSION REGULATION 1.38(A), BY KNOWINGLY ENTERING INTO PURCHASES AND SALES OF SINGLE STOCK FUTURES AND NARROW-BASED INDEX FUTURES CONTRACTS OPPOSITE ITS SUBSIDIARIES WITH THE EXPRESS OR IMPLIED UNDERSTANDING THAT THE POSITION WOULD BE OFFSET OR DELIVERED OPPOSITE EACH OTHER. 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: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 12/18/2014 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: $ 35,000,000.00 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: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT VIOLATED SECTION 4C(A) OF THE COMMODITY EXCHANGE ACT, AND COMMISSION REGULATION 1.38(A), BY KNOWINGLY ENTERING INTO PURCHASES AND SALES OF SINGLE STOCK FUTURES AND NARROW-BASED INDEX FUTURES CONTRACTS OPPOSITE ITS SUBSIDIARIES WITH THE EXPRESS OR IMPLIED UNDERSTANDING THAT THE POSITIONS WOULD BE OFFSET OR DELIVERED OPPOSITE EACH OTHER; THEREFORE THE FIRM IS FINED $35,000,000.00 AND IS PERMANENTLY RESTRAINED, ENJOINED, AND PROHIBITED FROM DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY ENTERING INTO OR CONFIRMING THE EXECUTION OF A TRANSACTION THAT IS, IS OF THE CHARACTER OF, OR IS COMMONLY KNOWN TO THE TRADE AS A WASH SALE, OR IS A FICTITIOUS SALE. THE FIRM IS ALSO PERMANENTLY RESTRAINED, ENJOINED, AND PROHIBITED FROM DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY EXECUTING ANY NONCOMPETITIVE TRANSACTION. 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).
regulatory · block 18PDF pages 127–129
- Regulator name — filed text
- STATE OF MARYLAND SECURITIES DIVISION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 15,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC IS ALLEGED TO HAVE VIOLATED SECTION 11-402 OF THE MARYLAND SECURITIES ACT BY FAILING TO REGISTER AN INDIVIDUAL APPROPRIATELY AS AN INVESTMENT ADVISER REPRESENTATIVE BETWEEN AUGUST 3, 2011 AND JUNE 2, 2014.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE PAYMENT OF A $15,000 FINE FOR VIOLATION OF SECTION 11-402 OF THE MARYLAND SECURITIES ACT.
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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 No Information Filed 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 MARYLAND SECURITIES DIVISION 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 01/23/2015 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2014-0458 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC IS ALLEGED TO HAVE VIOLATED SECTION 11-402 OF THE MARYLAND SECURITIES ACT BY FAILING TO REGISTER AN INDIVIDUAL APPROPRIATELY AS AN INVESTMENT ADVISER REPRESENTATIVE BETWEEN AUGUST 3, 2011 AND JUNE 2, 2014. 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: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 01/23/2015 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: $ 15,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO MAINTAIN POLICIES AND PROCEDURES THAT ARE DESIGNED TO PREVENT ANY FUTURE UNREGISTERED INVESTMENT ADVISER REPRESENTATIVE ACTIVITIES. 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 FIRM CONSENTED TO THE PAYMENT OF A $15,000 FINE FOR VIOLATION OF SECTION 11-402 OF THE MARYLAND SECURITIES ACT. 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).
regulatory · block 19PDF pages 129–131
- Regulator name — filed text
- STATE OF MARYLAND SECURITIES DIVISION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 48,580.17
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Action status / disposition — filed text
AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2.8 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
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Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSTITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 11-402(A)(1) AND SECTION 11-412(A)(10) OF THE MARYLAND SECURITIES ACT, CORPORATIONS AND ASSOCIATIONS ARTICLE, TITLE 11, ANNOTATED CODE OF MARYLAND (2014 REPL. VOL.).
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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 No Information Filed 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 MARYLAND SECURITIES DIVISION 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: UNDERTAKING 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 03/18/2015 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2014-0094 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSTITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. 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): 03/18/2015 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: $ 48,580.17 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN, POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM THE JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED. 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 FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 11-402(A)(1) AND SECTION 11-412(A)(10) OF THE MARYLAND SECURITIES ACT, CORPORATIONS AND ASSOCIATIONS ARTICLE, TITLE 11, ANNOTATED CODE OF MARYLAND (2014 REPL. VOL.). 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). AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2.8 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
regulatory · block 20PDF pages 131–132
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 1,000,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Action status / disposition — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND THE TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT BETWEEN 2008 AND 2012, THE FIRM FAILED TO HAVE IN PLACE SUPERVISORY SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS AND ITS INTERNAL GUIDELINES CONCERNING THE SUITABILITY OF REVERSE CONVERTIBLES THEREFORE VIOLATING NASD RULES 3010(A), 2310, 2110, AND FINRA RULE 2010.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS ALLEGED THAT BETWEEN 2008 AND 2012, THE FIRM FAILED TO HAVE IN PLACE SUPERVISORY SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS AND ITS INTERNAL GUIDELINES CONCERNING THE SUITABILITY OF REVERSE CONVERTIBLES THEREFORE VIOLATING NASD RULES 3010(A), 2310, 2110, AND FINRA RULE 2010.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $1,000,000 AND ORDERED TO PAY $433,898.10, PLUS INTEREST, IN RESTITUTION TO CUSTOMERS.
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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 No Information Filed 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) FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY 2. Principal Sanction: Censure Other Sanctions: FINE AND RESTITUTION 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 04/23/2015 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2010022918701 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: REVERSE CONVERTIBLE NOTES 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS ALLEGED THAT BETWEEN 2008 AND 2012, THE FIRM FAILED TO HAVE IN PLACE SUPERVISORY SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS AND ITS INTERNAL GUIDELINES CONCERNING THE SUITABILITY OF REVERSE CONVERTIBLES THEREFORE VIOLATING NASD RULES 3010(A), 2310, 2110, AND FINRA RULE 2010. 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): 04/23/2015 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: $ 1,000,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: PLUS INTEREST ON THE RESTITUION 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $1,000,000 AND ORDERED TO PAY $433,898.10, PLUS INTEREST, IN RESTITUTION TO CUSTOMERS. 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). WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND THE TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT BETWEEN 2008 AND 2012, THE FIRM FAILED TO HAVE IN PLACE SUPERVISORY SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS AND ITS INTERNAL GUIDELINES CONCERNING THE SUITABILITY OF REVERSE CONVERTIBLES THEREFORE VIOLATING NASD RULES 3010(A), 2310, 2110, AND FINRA RULE 2010.
regulatory · block 21PDF pages 132–134
- Regulator name — filed text
- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 500,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Action status / disposition — filed text
IN ANTICIPATION OF THE INSTITUTION OF THESE PROCEEDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ("THE FIRM") HAS SUBMITTED AN OFFER OF SETTLEMENT (THE "OFFER") WHICH THE COMMISSION HAS DETERMINED TO ACCEPT. SOLELY FOR THE PURPOSE OF THESE PROCEEDINGS AND ANY OTHER PROCEEDINGS BROUGHT BY OR ON BEHALF OF THE COMMISSION, OR TO WHICH THE COMMISSION IS A PARTY, AND WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, EXCEPT AS TO THE COMMISSION'S JURISDICTION OVER THE FIRM AND THE SUBJECT MATTER OF THESE PROCEEDINGS, WHICH ARE ADMITTED, THE FIRM CONSENTSTO THE ENTRY OF THIS ORDER INSTITUTING ADMINISTRATIVE AND CEASE-AND-DESIST PROCEEDINGS PURSUANT TO SECTION 8A OF THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 AND SECTION 15(B) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934, MAKING FINDINGS, AND IMPOSING REMEDIAL SANCTIONS AND A CEASE-AND-DESIST ORDER. IN VIEW OF THE FOREGOING, THE COMMISSION DEEMS IT APPROPRIATE AND IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST TO IMPOSE THE SANCTIONS AGREED TO IN THE FIRM'S OFFER. THE FIRM SHALL CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF 17(A)(2)OF THE SECURITIES ACT; WITHIN TEN (10) DAYS OF THE ENTRY OF THIS ORDER, PAY A CIVIL MONEY PENALTY IN THE AMOUNT OF $500,000 TO THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION; AND RETAIN AN INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT TO CONDUCT A REVIEW OF POLICIES AND PROCEDURES AS THEY RELATE TO MUNICIPAL SECURITIES UNDERWRITING DUE DILIGENCE.
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Description of allegations — filed text
SEC ADMIN RELEASES 339839;3475233,JUNE 18, 2015: THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION DEEMS IT APPROPRIATE AND IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST THAT PUBLIC ADMINISTRATIVE AND CEASE-AND-DESIST PROCEEDINGS BE, AND HEREBY ARE, INSTITUTED AGAINST RBC CAPITAL MARKERS, LLC ("THE FIRM"). THE FIRM WILLFULLY VIOLATED SECTION 17(A)(2) OF THE SECURITIES ACT. THIS MATTER INVOLVES VIOLATIONS OF AN ANTIFRAUD PROVISION OF THE FEDERAL SECURITIES LAWS IN CONNECTION WITH THE FIRM'S UNDERWRITING OF CERTAIN MUNICIPAL SECURITIES OFFERINGS. THE FIRM, A REGISTERED BROKER DEALER, CONDUCTED INADEQUATE DUE DILIGENCE IN CERTAIN OFFERINGS AND AS A RESULT, FAILED TO FORM A REASONABLE BASIS FOR BELIEVING THE TRUTHFULNESS OF CERTAIN MATERIAL REPRESENTATIONS IN OFFICIAL STATEMENTS ISSUED IN CONNECTION WITH THOSE OFFERINGS. THIS RESULTED IN THE FIRM OFFERING AND SELLING MUNICIPAL SECURITIES ON THE BASIS OF MATERIALLY MISLEADING DISCLOSURE DOCUMENTS. THE VIOLATIONS WERE SELF-REPORTED BY THE FIRM TO THE COMMISSION PURSUANT TO THE DIVISION OF ENFORCEMENT'S (THE "DIVISION") MUNICIPALITIES CONTINUING DISCLOSURE COOPERATION (MCDC) INITIATIVE.
Sanction detail — filed text
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC SHALL CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 17(A)(2) OF THE SECURITIES ACT, PAY A CIVIL MONEY PENALTY IN THE AMOUNT OF $500,000 AND COMPLY WITH THE UNDERTAKINGS ENUMERATED IN THE OFFER OF SETTLEMENT.
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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
No Information Filed
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)
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
2.
Principal Sanction:
Cease and Desist
Other Sanctions:
MONETARY PENALTY
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
06/18/2015
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
3-16632
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Debt - Municipal
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
SEC ADMIN RELEASES 339839;3475233,JUNE 18, 2015: THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION DEEMS IT APPROPRIATE AND IN THE PUBLIC
INTEREST THAT PUBLIC ADMINISTRATIVE AND CEASE-AND-DESIST PROCEEDINGS BE, AND HEREBY ARE, INSTITUTED AGAINST RBC CAPITAL MARKERS,
LLC ("THE FIRM"). THE FIRM WILLFULLY VIOLATED SECTION 17(A)(2) OF THE SECURITIES ACT. THIS MATTER INVOLVES VIOLATIONS OF AN ANTIFRAUD
PROVISION OF THE FEDERAL SECURITIES LAWS IN CONNECTION WITH THE FIRM'S UNDERWRITING OF CERTAIN MUNICIPAL SECURITIES OFFERINGS.
THE FIRM, A REGISTERED BROKER DEALER, CONDUCTED INADEQUATE DUE DILIGENCE IN CERTAIN OFFERINGS AND AS A RESULT, FAILED TO FORM A
REASONABLE BASIS FOR BELIEVING THE TRUTHFULNESS OF CERTAIN MATERIAL REPRESENTATIONS IN OFFICIAL STATEMENTS ISSUED IN CONNECTION
WITH THOSE OFFERINGS. THIS RESULTED IN THE FIRM OFFERING AND SELLING MUNICIPAL SECURITIES ON THE BASIS OF MATERIALLY MISLEADING
DISCLOSURE DOCUMENTS. THE VIOLATIONS WERE SELF-REPORTED BY THE FIRM TO THE COMMISSION PURSUANT TO THE DIVISION OF
ENFORCEMENT'S (THE "DIVISION") MUNICIPALITIES CONTINUING DISCLOSURE COOPERATION (MCDC) INITIATIVE.
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):
06/18/2015
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: $ 500,000.00
Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
Disgorgement/Restitution
Censure
Cease and Desist/Injunction
Bar
Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
UNDERTAKINGS
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:
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC SHALL CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF
SECTION 17(A)(2) OF THE SECURITIES ACT, PAY A CIVIL MONEY PENALTY IN THE AMOUNT OF $500,000 AND COMPLY WITH THE UNDERTAKINGS
ENUMERATED IN THE OFFER OF SETTLEMENT.
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 ANTICIPATION OF THE INSTITUTION OF THESE PROCEEDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ("THE FIRM") HAS SUBMITTED AN OFFER OF SETTLEMENT
(THE "OFFER") WHICH THE COMMISSION HAS DETERMINED TO ACCEPT. SOLELY FOR THE PURPOSE OF THESE PROCEEDINGS AND ANY OTHER
PROCEEDINGS BROUGHT BY OR ON BEHALF OF THE COMMISSION, OR TO WHICH THE COMMISSION IS A PARTY, AND WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING
THE FINDINGS, EXCEPT AS TO THE COMMISSION'S JURISDICTION OVER THE FIRM AND THE SUBJECT MATTER OF THESE PROCEEDINGS, WHICH ARE
ADMITTED, THE FIRM CONSENTSTO THE ENTRY OF THIS ORDER INSTITUTING ADMINISTRATIVE AND CEASE-AND-DESIST PROCEEDINGS PURSUANT TO
SECTION 8A OF THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 AND SECTION 15(B) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934, MAKING FINDINGS, AND IMPOSING
REMEDIAL SANCTIONS AND A CEASE-AND-DESIST ORDER. IN VIEW OF THE FOREGOING, THE COMMISSION DEEMS IT APPROPRIATE AND IN THE PUBLIC
INTEREST TO IMPOSE THE SANCTIONS AGREED TO IN THE FIRM'S OFFER. THE FIRM SHALL CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY
VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF 17(A)(2)OF THE SECURITIES ACT; WITHIN TEN (10) DAYS OF THE ENTRY OF THIS ORDER, PAY A CIVIL
MONEY PENALTY IN THE AMOUNT OF $500,000 TO THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION; AND RETAIN AN INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT TO
CONDUCT A REVIEW OF POLICIES AND PROCEDURES AS THEY RELATE TO MUNICIPAL SECURITIES UNDERWRITING DUE DILIGENCE.regulatory · block 22PDF pages 134–136
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 450,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Action status / disposition — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TRANSMIT TO OATS 1,183,844,292 ROES OVER A PERIOD CONSTITUTING APPROXIMATELY 28 MONTHS, THEREFORE VIOLATING FINRA RULE 7450, FINRA RULE 2010, AND NASD RULE 3010.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE FIRM SELF-REPORTED AN ORDER AUDIT TRAIL SYSTEM ("OATS") REPORTING SYSTEM LOGIC CHANGE IMPLEMENTED IN JANUARY 2012 MAY HAVE CAUSED THE FIRM'S SYSTEM TO CEASE REPORTING REPORTABLE ORDER EVENTS ("ROES"), WHICH AFFECTED APPROXIMATELY 500 MILLION ROES, THEREFORE POTENTIALLY VIOLATING NASD RULE 3010, FINRA RULE 2010, AND FINRA RULE 7450. AFTER IMPLEMENTING A SYSTEM FIX, THE FIRM ENGAGED AN EXTERNAL CONSULTING FIRM TO ASSESS AND EVALUATE THE EFFICACY OF ITS CORRECTIVE ACTIONS. ADDITIONAL OATS REPORTING ISSUES WERE IDENTIFIED AND SUBMITTED VIA SELF-REPORT IN MARCH 2014.
Sanction detail — filed text
$325,000.00 FOR THE RULE 7450 VIOLATIONS AND $125,000.00 FOR THE SUPERVISION VIOLATIONS
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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
No Information Filed
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)
FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions:
CENSURE
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
07/27/2015
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
20130377846-01
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
No Product
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
THE FIRM SELF-REPORTED AN ORDER AUDIT TRAIL SYSTEM ("OATS") REPORTING SYSTEM LOGIC CHANGE IMPLEMENTED IN JANUARY 2012 MAY HAVE
CAUSED THE FIRM'S SYSTEM TO CEASE REPORTING REPORTABLE ORDER EVENTS ("ROES"), WHICH AFFECTED APPROXIMATELY 500 MILLION ROES,
THEREFORE POTENTIALLY VIOLATING NASD RULE 3010, FINRA RULE 2010, AND FINRA RULE 7450. AFTER IMPLEMENTING A SYSTEM FIX, THE FIRM
ENGAGED AN EXTERNAL CONSULTING FIRM TO ASSESS AND EVALUATE THE EFFICACY OF ITS CORRECTIVE ACTIONS. ADDITIONAL OATS REPORTING
ISSUES WERE IDENTIFIED AND SUBMITTED VIA SELF-REPORT IN MARCH 2014.
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):
07/27/2015
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: $ 450,000.00
Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
Disgorgement/Restitution
Censure
Cease and Desist/Injunction
Bar
Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO REVISE THE FIRM'S WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES WITH RESPECT TO OATS REPORTING [CATEGORIES (B),(C),
AND (D)]
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:
$325,000.00 FOR THE RULE 7450 VIOLATIONS AND $125,000.00 FOR THE SUPERVISION VIOLATIONS
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).
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED
TO TRANSMIT TO OATS 1,183,844,292 ROES OVER A PERIOD CONSTITUTING APPROXIMATELY 28 MONTHS, THEREFORE VIOLATING FINRA RULE 7450,
FINRA RULE 2010, AND NASD RULE 3010.regulatory · block 23PDF pages 136–138
- Regulator name — filed text
- NYSE MKT LLC
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 80,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT ON 13 OCCASIONS, THE FIRM VIOLATED NYSE RULE 92(A) BY ENTERING A PROPRIETARY ORDER TO BUY OR SELL AN NYSE-LISTED SECURITY WHILE KNOWINGLY IN POSSESSION OF A CUSTOMER ORDER TO BUY OR SELL SUCH SECURITY THAT COULD BE EXECUTED AT THE SAME PRICE, AND WHICH PROPRIETARY ORDER THEN TRADED ALONG WITH, OR AHEAD OF, THE CUSTOMER ORDER, OR TRADED OUTSIDE OF THE CUSTOMER'S CONSENT PARAMETERS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT ON TWO OCCASIONS, THE FIRM VIOLATED NYSE RULE 2010 BY FAILING TO DOCUMENT CUSTOMER CONSENT TO THE ALLOCATION SPLIT AS REQUIRED BY NYSE RULE 92(B). THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM VIOLATED NYSE RULE 342 IN THAT IT FAILED TO REASONABLY SUPERVISE AND IMPLEMENT ADEQUATE CONTROLS, INCLUDING A SEPARATE SYSTEM OF FOLLOW-UP AND REVIEW, REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH CERTAIN NYSE RULES AND POLICIES, INCLUDING WITH RESPECT TO TRANSMITTING AND EXECUTING PROPRIETARY AND AGENCY TRADES ON THE NYSE.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $80,000.00
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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 No Information Filed 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) NYSE MKT LLC 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 08/28/2015 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2013039452701 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Equity Listed (Common & Preferred Stock) Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT ON 13 OCCASIONS, THE FIRM VIOLATED NYSE RULE 92(A) BY ENTERING A PROPRIETARY ORDER TO BUY OR SELL AN NYSE-LISTED SECURITY WHILE KNOWINGLY IN POSSESSION OF A CUSTOMER ORDER TO BUY OR SELL SUCH SECURITY THAT COULD BE EXECUTED AT THE SAME PRICE, AND WHICH PROPRIETARY ORDER THEN TRADED ALONG WITH, OR AHEAD OF, THE CUSTOMER ORDER, OR TRADED OUTSIDE OF THE CUSTOMER'S CONSENT PARAMETERS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT ON TWO OCCASIONS, THE FIRM VIOLATED NYSE RULE 2010 BY FAILING TO DOCUMENT CUSTOMER CONSENT TO THE ALLOCATION SPLIT AS REQUIRED BY NYSE RULE 92(B). THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM VIOLATED NYSE RULE 342 IN THAT IT FAILED TO REASONABLY SUPERVISE AND IMPLEMENT ADEQUATE CONTROLS, INCLUDING A SEPARATE SYSTEM OF FOLLOW-UP AND REVIEW, REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH CERTAIN NYSE RULES AND POLICIES, INCLUDING WITH RESPECT TO TRANSMITTING AND EXECUTING PROPRIETARY AND AGENCY TRADES ON THE NYSE. 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): 08/28/2015 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: $ 80,000.00 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $80,000.00 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).
regulatory · block 24PDF pages 138–140
- Regulator name — filed text
- CHICAGO BOARD OPTIONS EXCHANGE, INCORPORATED ("CBOE")
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 75,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Decision & Order of Offer of Settlement
Action status / disposition — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE VIOLATIONS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTIONS AND ENTRY OF FINDINGS, THEREFORE THE FIRM IS CENSURED AND AGREED TO PAY A FINE OF $75,000.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
FROM IN OR ABOUT DECEMBER 2011 THROUGH IN OR ABOUT MARCH 2012, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ("RBCCM") IS ALLEGED TO HAVE FAILED TO PROPERLY CLOSE OUT A FAIL-TO-DELIVER POSITION IN SEVEN SAMPLED EQUITY SECURITIES. FROM IN OR ABOUT DECEMBER 2011 THROUGH IN OR ABOUT MARCH 2012, RBCCM IS ALLEGED TO HAVE INCREASED ITS SHORT POSITION WHEN A FAIL-TO-DELIVER POSITION HAD NOT BEEN PROPERLY CLOSED OUT WITHOUT DEMONSTRATING THAT IT MADE ARRANGEMENTS FOR PRE-BORROWING IN SPECIFIC EQUITY SECURITIES. FROM IN OR ABOUT DECEMBER 2011 THROUGH IN OR ABOUT MARCH 2012, RBCCM IS ALLEGED TO HAVE FAILED TO SUPERVISE ITS ASSOCIATED PERSONS TO ASSURE COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATION SHO RULE 204 IN THAT IT: (1) FAILED TO ASSURE THAT NUMEROUS FAIL-TO-DELIVER POSITIONS WERE CLOSED OUT ON A TIMELY BASIS; AND (2) IMPROPERLY ASSERTED RELIANCE ON CERTAIN EXEMPTIONS UNDER REG. SHO RULE 204 WITHOUT UNDERTAKING SUFFICIENT DUE DILIGENCE TO ASCERTAIN AND DOCUMENT THAT SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS THEREUNDER WERE MET.
Sanction detail — filed text
A $75,000 FINE AND A CENSURE
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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
No Information Filed
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)
CHICAGO BOARD OPTIONS EXCHANGE, INCORPORATED ("CBOE")
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
11/11/2015
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
15-0093/20150459684
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Options
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
FROM IN OR ABOUT DECEMBER 2011 THROUGH IN OR ABOUT MARCH 2012, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ("RBCCM") IS ALLEGED TO HAVE FAILED TO
PROPERLY CLOSE OUT A FAIL-TO-DELIVER POSITION IN SEVEN SAMPLED EQUITY SECURITIES. FROM IN OR ABOUT DECEMBER 2011 THROUGH IN OR
ABOUT MARCH 2012, RBCCM IS ALLEGED TO HAVE INCREASED ITS SHORT POSITION WHEN A FAIL-TO-DELIVER POSITION HAD NOT BEEN PROPERLY
CLOSED OUT WITHOUT DEMONSTRATING THAT IT MADE ARRANGEMENTS FOR PRE-BORROWING IN SPECIFIC EQUITY SECURITIES. FROM IN OR ABOUT
DECEMBER 2011 THROUGH IN OR ABOUT MARCH 2012, RBCCM IS ALLEGED TO HAVE FAILED TO SUPERVISE ITS ASSOCIATED PERSONS TO ASSURE
COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATION SHO RULE 204 IN THAT IT: (1) FAILED TO ASSURE THAT NUMEROUS FAIL-TO-DELIVER POSITIONS WERE CLOSED OUT
ON A TIMELY BASIS; AND (2) IMPROPERLY ASSERTED RELIANCE ON CERTAIN EXEMPTIONS UNDER REG. SHO RULE 204 WITHOUT UNDERTAKING
SUFFICIENT DUE DILIGENCE TO ASCERTAIN AND DOCUMENT THAT SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS THEREUNDER WERE MET.
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:
Decision & Order of Offer of Settlement
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
04/11/2016
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: $ 75,000.00
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:
A $75,000 FINE AND A CENSURE
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).
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE VIOLATIONS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTIONS AND ENTRY OF FINDINGS, THEREFORE THE
FIRM IS CENSURED AND AGREED TO PAY A FINE OF $75,000.regulatory · block 25PDF pages 140–142
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 300,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Action status / disposition — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO AMEND, OR TIMELY AMEND, THE FORMS U4 FOR REGISTERED REPRESENTATIVES TO REPORT UNSATISFIED TAX LIENS AND CIVIL JUDGMENTS BETWEEN JANUART 1, 2013 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2015.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS ALLEGED THAT RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ("THE FIRM") FAILED TO AMEND, OR TIMELY AMEND, THE FORMS U4 FOR REGISTERED REPRESENTATIVES TO REPORT UNSATISFIED TAX LIENS AND CIVIL JUDGMENTS. THE FINDINGS STATE THAT THE FIRM RECEIVED WAGE GARNISHMENT ORDERS FROM COURTS AND TAX AUTHORITIES (INCLUDING THE IRS) RESULTING FROM TAX LEVIES, CIVIL JUDGMENTS, AND SIMILAR ACTIONS, FOR REGISTERED REPRESENTATIVES. THE FIRM HOWEVER IS ALLEGED TO HAVE FAILED TO CONSISTENTLY CONDUCT A SUFFICIENT INQUIRY TO DETERMINE IF THE UNDERLYING EVENT TRIGGERING EACH GARNISHMENT ORDER INVOLVED AN EVENT THAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN REPORTED ON THE AFFECTED INDIVIDUAL'S FORM U4. THE FINDINGS ALSO ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM AND WSPS REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ENSURE THAT IT DISCLOSED REPORTABLE UNSATISFIED LIENS AND JUDGMENTS OF REGISTERED REPRESENTATIVES ON FORMS U4, IN INSTANCES IN WHICH A GARNISHMENT NOTICE WAS SENT TO THE FIRM.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $300,000, AND REQUIRED TO PROVIDE TO FINRA A WRITTEN CERTIFICATION THAT THE FIRM'S SYSTEMS, POLICIES AND PROCEDURES REGARDING THE REVIEW AND DISCLOSURE OF REPORTABLE UNSATISFIED AND JUDGMENTS OF REGISTERED REPRESENTATIVES ON FORMS U4, IN INSTANCES WHERE A GARNISHMENT NOTICE IS RECEIVED BY THE FIRM, ARE REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH ARTICLE V, SECTION 2(C) OF FINRA'S BY-LAWS.
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
No Information Filed
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)
FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions:
CENSURE
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
03/01/2016
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
2013039474902
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
No Product
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
IT IS ALLEGED THAT RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ("THE FIRM") FAILED TO AMEND, OR TIMELY AMEND, THE FORMS U4 FOR REGISTERED
REPRESENTATIVES TO REPORT UNSATISFIED TAX LIENS AND CIVIL JUDGMENTS. THE FINDINGS STATE THAT THE FIRM RECEIVED WAGE GARNISHMENT
ORDERS FROM COURTS AND TAX AUTHORITIES (INCLUDING THE IRS) RESULTING FROM TAX LEVIES, CIVIL JUDGMENTS, AND SIMILAR ACTIONS, FOR
REGISTERED REPRESENTATIVES. THE FIRM HOWEVER IS ALLEGED TO HAVE FAILED TO CONSISTENTLY CONDUCT A SUFFICIENT INQUIRY TO DETERMINE
IF THE UNDERLYING EVENT TRIGGERING EACH GARNISHMENT ORDER INVOLVED AN EVENT THAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN REPORTED ON THE AFFECTED
INDIVIDUAL'S FORM U4. THE FINDINGS ALSO ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM AND WSPS
REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ENSURE THAT IT DISCLOSED REPORTABLE UNSATISFIED LIENS AND JUDGMENTS OF REGISTERED REPRESENTATIVES ON
FORMS U4, IN INSTANCES IN WHICH A GARNISHMENT NOTICE WAS SENT TO THE FIRM.
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):
03/01/2016
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: $ 300,000.00
Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
Disgorgement/Restitution
Censure
Cease and Desist/Injunction
Bar
Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
UNDERTAKING
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 FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $300,000, AND REQUIRED TO PROVIDE TO FINRA A WRITTEN CERTIFICATION THAT THE FIRM'S SYSTEMS,
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES REGARDING THE REVIEW AND DISCLOSURE OF REPORTABLE UNSATISFIED AND JUDGMENTS OF REGISTERED
REPRESENTATIVES ON FORMS U4, IN INSTANCES WHERE A GARNISHMENT NOTICE IS RECEIVED BY THE FIRM, ARE REASONABLY DESIGNED TO
ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH ARTICLE V, SECTION 2(C) OF FINRA'S BY-LAWS.
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).
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED
TO AMEND, OR TIMELY AMEND, THE FORMS U4 FOR REGISTERED REPRESENTATIVES TO REPORT UNSATISFIED TAX LIENS AND CIVIL JUDGMENTS
BETWEEN JANUART 1, 2013 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2015.regulatory · block 26PDF pages 142–143
- Regulator name — filed text
- STATE OF OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF SECURITIES
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 41,520.17
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Action status / disposition — filed text
AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2.8 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WHERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSTITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 1-402(A) OF THE OKLAHOMA UNIFORM SECURITIES ACT OF 2004.
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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 No Information Filed 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 OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF SECURITIES 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: UNDERTAKING 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 03/17/2016 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 14-078 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WHERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSTITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. 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): 03/17/2016 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: $ 41,520.17 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED. 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 FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 1-402(A) OF THE OKLAHOMA UNIFORM SECURITIES ACT OF 2004. 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). AS PART OF A MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2.8 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
regulatory · block 27PDF pages 144–145
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 40,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Action status / disposition — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO REPORT TO THE TRADE REPORTING AND COMPLIANCE ENGINE (TRACE) S1 TRANSACTIONS IN TRACE-ELIGIBLE CORPORATE DEBT SECURITIES WITHIN THE TIME REQUIRED BY FINRA RULE 6730 AND FAILED TO REPORT TRACE TRANSACTIONS IN TRACE-ELIGIBLE SECURITIZED PRODUCTS AND TRACE- ELIGIBLE AGENCY DEBT SECURITIES WITHIN THE TIME REQUIRED BY FINRA RULE 6730.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO REPORT TO THE TRADE REPORTING AND COMPLIANCE ENGINE (TRACE) S1 TRANSACTIONS IN TRACE-ELIGIBLE CORPORATE DEBT SECURITIES WITHIN THE TIME REQUIRED BY FINRA RULE 6730 AND FAILED TO REPORT TO TRACE TRANSACTIONS IN TRACE-ELIGIBLE SECURITIZED PRODUCTS AND TRACE-ELIGIBLE AGENCY DEBT SECURITIES WITHIN THE TIME REQUIRED BY FINRA RULE 6730.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $40,000.00.
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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 No Information Filed 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) FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 03/31/2016 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2014041197401 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Debt - Corporate Other Product Types: AGENCY DEBT SECURITIES; SECURITIZED PRODUCTS 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO REPORT TO THE TRADE REPORTING AND COMPLIANCE ENGINE (TRACE) S1 TRANSACTIONS IN TRACE-ELIGIBLE CORPORATE DEBT SECURITIES WITHIN THE TIME REQUIRED BY FINRA RULE 6730 AND FAILED TO REPORT TO TRACE TRANSACTIONS IN TRACE-ELIGIBLE SECURITIZED PRODUCTS AND TRACE-ELIGIBLE AGENCY DEBT SECURITIES WITHIN THE TIME REQUIRED BY FINRA RULE 6730. 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): 03/31/2016 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: $ 40,000.00 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $40,000.00. 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). WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO REPORT TO THE TRADE REPORTING AND COMPLIANCE ENGINE (TRACE) S1 TRANSACTIONS IN TRACE-ELIGIBLE CORPORATE DEBT SECURITIES WITHIN THE TIME REQUIRED BY FINRA RULE 6730 AND FAILED TO REPORT TRACE TRANSACTIONS IN TRACE-ELIGIBLE SECURITIZED PRODUCTS AND TRACE- ELIGIBLE AGENCY DEBT SECURITIES WITHIN THE TIME REQUIRED BY FINRA RULE 6730.
regulatory · block 28PDF pages 145–147
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 225,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Action status / disposition — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO IDENTIFY AND APPLY SALES CHARGE DISCOUNTS TO CERTAIN CUSTOMERS' ELIGIBLE PURCHASES OF UNIT INVESTMENT TRUSTS (UITS).
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Description of allegations — filed text
THE FIRM IS ALLEGED TO HAVE FAILED TO IDENTIFY AND APPLY SALES CHARGE DISCOUNTS TO CERTAIN CUSTOMERS' ELIGIBLE PURCHASES OF UNIT INVESTMENT TRUSTS (UITS). THE FINDINGS STATED THAT SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM FAILED TO APPLY SALES CHARGE DISCOUNTS TO 4,399 ELIGIBLE UIT PURCHASES RESULTING IN CUSTOMERS PAYING EXCESSIVE SALES CHARGES OF APPROXIMATELY $502,088.88. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH, MAINTAIN AND ENFORCE A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM AND WSPS REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ENSURE CUSTOMERS RECEIVED SALES CHARGE DISCOUNTS ON ALL ELIGIBLE UIT PURCHASES. ALTHOUGH THE FIRM HAD WSPS RELATED TO UIT SALES CHARGE DISCOUNTS, THE FIRM FAILED TO EFFECTIVELY INFORM AND TRAIN REGISTERED REPRESENTATIVES AND SUPERVISORS TO ENSURE THAT REPRESENTATIVES FOLLOWED THESE PROCEDURES AND IDENTIFIED AND APPLIED ALL APPLICABLE DISCOUNTS.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $225,000.00, AND ORDERED TO PAY $502,088.88, PLUS INTEREST IN RESTITUTION TO CUSTOMERS.
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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 No Information Filed 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) FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 04/04/2016 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2014042542901 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Unit Investment Trust(s) Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): THE FIRM IS ALLEGED TO HAVE FAILED TO IDENTIFY AND APPLY SALES CHARGE DISCOUNTS TO CERTAIN CUSTOMERS' ELIGIBLE PURCHASES OF UNIT INVESTMENT TRUSTS (UITS). THE FINDINGS STATED THAT SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM FAILED TO APPLY SALES CHARGE DISCOUNTS TO 4,399 ELIGIBLE UIT PURCHASES RESULTING IN CUSTOMERS PAYING EXCESSIVE SALES CHARGES OF APPROXIMATELY $502,088.88. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH, MAINTAIN AND ENFORCE A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM AND WSPS REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ENSURE CUSTOMERS RECEIVED SALES CHARGE DISCOUNTS ON ALL ELIGIBLE UIT PURCHASES. ALTHOUGH THE FIRM HAD WSPS RELATED TO UIT SALES CHARGE DISCOUNTS, THE FIRM FAILED TO EFFECTIVELY INFORM AND TRAIN REGISTERED REPRESENTATIVES AND SUPERVISORS TO ENSURE THAT REPRESENTATIVES FOLLOWED THESE PROCEDURES AND IDENTIFIED AND APPLIED ALL APPLICABLE DISCOUNTS. 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): 04/04/2016 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: $ 225,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: RESTITUTION TO AFFECTED CUSTOMERS IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $502,088.88, PLUS INTEREST. 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $225,000.00, AND ORDERED TO PAY $502,088.88, PLUS INTEREST IN RESTITUTION TO CUSTOMERS. 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). WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO IDENTIFY AND APPLY SALES CHARGE DISCOUNTS TO CERTAIN CUSTOMERS' ELIGIBLE PURCHASES OF UNIT INVESTMENT TRUSTS (UITS).
regulatory · block 29PDF pages 147–149
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 15,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Action status / disposition — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT TRANSMITTED EXECUTION OR COMBINED ORDER/EXECUTION REPORTS TO THE ORDER AUDIT TRAIL SYSTEM (OATS) THAT CONTAINED INACCURATE, INCOMPLETE, OR IMPROPERLY FORMATTED DATA WHICH PREVENTED THE OATS SYSTEM FROM MATCHING THE REPORTS TO THE RELATED TRADE REPORT IN A FINRA TRADE REPORTING FACILITY (TRF). THE FIRM ALSO CONSENTED TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM TRANSMITTED TO OATS EXECUTION OR COMBINED ORDER/EXECUTION REPORTS THAT IT WAS NOT REQUIRED TO REPORT.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS ALLEGED THAT RBC CAPITAL MARKEST, LLC TRANSMITTED EXECUTION OR COMBINED ORDER/EXECUTION REPORTS TO THE ORDER AUDIT TRAIL SYSTEM (OATS) THAT CONTAINED INACCURATE, INCOMPLETE, OR IMPROPERLY FORMATTED DATA WHICH PREVENTED THE OATS SYSTEM FROM MATCHING THE REPORTS TO THE RELATED TRADE REPORT IN A FINRA TRADE REPORTING FACILITY (TRF). THE FINDINGS ALSO ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM TRANSMITTED TO OATS EXECUTION OR COMBINED ORDER/EXECUTION REPORTS THAT IT WAS NOT REQUIRED TO REPORT.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $15,000.
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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 No Information Filed 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) FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 05/04/2016 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2014043005601 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: UNSPECIFIED SECURITIES 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS ALLEGED THAT RBC CAPITAL MARKEST, LLC TRANSMITTED EXECUTION OR COMBINED ORDER/EXECUTION REPORTS TO THE ORDER AUDIT TRAIL SYSTEM (OATS) THAT CONTAINED INACCURATE, INCOMPLETE, OR IMPROPERLY FORMATTED DATA WHICH PREVENTED THE OATS SYSTEM FROM MATCHING THE REPORTS TO THE RELATED TRADE REPORT IN A FINRA TRADE REPORTING FACILITY (TRF). THE FINDINGS ALSO ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM TRANSMITTED TO OATS EXECUTION OR COMBINED ORDER/EXECUTION REPORTS THAT IT WAS NOT REQUIRED TO REPORT. 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): 05/04/2016 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: $ 15,000.00 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $15,000. 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). WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT TRANSMITTED EXECUTION OR COMBINED ORDER/EXECUTION REPORTS TO THE ORDER AUDIT TRAIL SYSTEM (OATS) THAT CONTAINED INACCURATE, INCOMPLETE, OR IMPROPERLY FORMATTED DATA WHICH PREVENTED THE OATS SYSTEM FROM MATCHING THE REPORTS TO THE RELATED TRADE REPORT IN A FINRA TRADE REPORTING FACILITY (TRF). THE FIRM ALSO CONSENTED TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM TRANSMITTED TO OATS EXECUTION OR COMBINED ORDER/EXECUTION REPORTS THAT IT WAS NOT REQUIRED TO REPORT.
regulatory · block 30PDF pages 149–151
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 125,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS ALLEGED THAT RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC VIOLATED FINRA RULE 2010 AND 2081 WHEN MEDIATING A DISPUTE WITH A CLAIMANT ON OCTOBER, 2014 BY INCLUDING A "A TERM OR CONDITION" THAT "CLAIMANTS WILL NOT OPPOSE EXPUNGEMENT" ON A SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT. ADDITIONALLY, IT IS ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM VIOLATED NASD RULE 3010(A) AND FINRA RULES 3110(A) AND 2010 BY FAILING TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WRITTEN PROCEDURES, REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH FINRA RULE 2081. THE FIRM IS ALSO ALLEGED TO HAVE FAILED TO ESTABLISH, MAINTAIN AND ENFORCE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES (WSPS) WHICH SHOULD HAVE INCLUDED A DESIGNATED SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBLE FOR CONDUCTING SUPERVISION REGARDING COMPLIANCE WITH RULE 2081, A DESCRIPTION OF THE REVIEW PROCESS THAT SUCH SUPERVISOR WOULD TAKE TO REVIEW FOR COMPLIANCE, THE FREQUENCY OF SUCH REVIEW, HOW SUCH REVIEWS SHOULD BE DOCUMENTED, AS WELL AS WHAT THE FIRM SHOULD DO WHEN DEFICIENCIES IN COMPLIANCE ARE IDENTIFIED, LEADING TO A VIOLATION OF FINRA RULES 3110(B) AND 2010.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT CONDITIONED SETTLEMENT IN A FINRA DISPUTE RESOLUTION ARBITRATION BY INCLUDING A PROVISION IN THE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT THAT THE FIRM'S FORMER CUSTOMERS AGREE NOT TO OBJECT TO, OR OPPOSE ANY EFFORTS TO SEEK, EXPUNGEMENT OF ALL REFERENCE TO THE ARBITRATION OR CUSTOMER DISPUTE INFORMATION FROM THE CRD SYSTEM. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WRITTEN PROCEDURES, REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH FINRA RULE 2081 BY FAILING TO HAVE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO ADDRESS AND TAKE SUFFICIENT STEPS TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH THE PROHIBITION IN THE RULE ON CONDITIONING OR SEEKING TO CONDITION SETTLEMENT OF A DISPUTE WITH A CUSTOMER ON THE CUSTOMER'S AGREEMENT TO CONSENT TO, OR NOT TO OPPOSE, EXPUNGEMENT; FAILING TO ENACT PROCEDURES TO ENSURE AND DOCUMENT THAT THE REQUIREMENTS OF FINRA RULE 2081 WERE COMMUNICATED TO RELEVANT STAFF; AND FAILING TO DESIGNATE A SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBLE FOR ENFORCING THE FIRM'S PROCEDURES REGARDING FINRA RULE 2081 AND FOR ESTABLISHING, MAINTAINING OR TESTING A REASONABLE SUPERVISORY SYSTEM FOR COMPLIANCE WITH FINRA RULE 2081. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH, MAINTAIN AND ENFORCE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES (WSPS) REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH FINRA RULE 2081, SUCH AS A DESIGNATED SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBLE FOR CONDUCTING SUPERVISION REGARDING COMPLIANCE WITH RULE 2081; A DESCRIPTION OF THE REVIEW PROCESS THAT SUCH A SUPERVISOR WOULD TAKE TO REVIEW FOR COMPLIANCE; THE FREQUENCY OF SUCH REVIEWS; HOW SUCH REVIEWS WILL BE DOCUMENTED; OR WHAT THE FIRM WILL DO WHEN IT IDENTIFIES DEFICIENCIES IN COMPLIANCE.
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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 No Information Filed 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) FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/10/2016 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2014043628201 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS ALLEGED THAT RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC VIOLATED FINRA RULE 2010 AND 2081 WHEN MEDIATING A DISPUTE WITH A CLAIMANT ON OCTOBER, 2014 BY INCLUDING A "A TERM OR CONDITION" THAT "CLAIMANTS WILL NOT OPPOSE EXPUNGEMENT" ON A SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT. ADDITIONALLY, IT IS ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM VIOLATED NASD RULE 3010(A) AND FINRA RULES 3110(A) AND 2010 BY FAILING TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WRITTEN PROCEDURES, REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH FINRA RULE 2081. THE FIRM IS ALSO ALLEGED TO HAVE FAILED TO ESTABLISH, MAINTAIN AND ENFORCE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES (WSPS) WHICH SHOULD HAVE INCLUDED A DESIGNATED SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBLE FOR CONDUCTING SUPERVISION REGARDING COMPLIANCE WITH RULE 2081, A DESCRIPTION OF THE REVIEW PROCESS THAT SUCH SUPERVISOR WOULD TAKE TO REVIEW FOR COMPLIANCE, THE FREQUENCY OF SUCH REVIEW, HOW SUCH REVIEWS SHOULD BE DOCUMENTED, AS WELL AS WHAT THE FIRM SHOULD DO WHEN DEFICIENCIES IN COMPLIANCE ARE IDENTIFIED, LEADING TO A VIOLATION OF FINRA RULES 3110(B) AND 2010. 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): 06/10/2016 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: $ 125,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $125,000.00 AND UNDERTAKES TO ADOPT AND IMPLEMENT SUPERVISORY SYSTEMS AND WRITTEN PROCEDURES REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FINRA RULE 2081. 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: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT CONDITIONED SETTLEMENT IN A FINRA DISPUTE RESOLUTION ARBITRATION BY INCLUDING A PROVISION IN THE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT THAT THE FIRM'S FORMER CUSTOMERS AGREE NOT TO OBJECT TO, OR OPPOSE ANY EFFORTS TO SEEK, EXPUNGEMENT OF ALL REFERENCE TO THE ARBITRATION OR CUSTOMER DISPUTE INFORMATION FROM THE CRD SYSTEM. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WRITTEN PROCEDURES, REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH FINRA RULE 2081 BY FAILING TO HAVE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO ADDRESS AND TAKE SUFFICIENT STEPS TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH THE PROHIBITION IN THE RULE ON CONDITIONING OR SEEKING TO CONDITION SETTLEMENT OF A DISPUTE WITH A CUSTOMER ON THE CUSTOMER'S AGREEMENT TO CONSENT TO, OR NOT TO OPPOSE, EXPUNGEMENT; FAILING TO ENACT PROCEDURES TO ENSURE AND DOCUMENT THAT THE REQUIREMENTS OF FINRA RULE 2081 WERE COMMUNICATED TO RELEVANT STAFF; AND FAILING TO DESIGNATE A SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBLE FOR ENFORCING THE FIRM'S PROCEDURES REGARDING FINRA RULE 2081 AND FOR ESTABLISHING, MAINTAINING OR TESTING A REASONABLE SUPERVISORY SYSTEM FOR COMPLIANCE WITH FINRA RULE 2081. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH, MAINTAIN AND ENFORCE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES (WSPS) REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH FINRA RULE 2081, SUCH AS A DESIGNATED SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBLE FOR CONDUCTING SUPERVISION REGARDING COMPLIANCE WITH RULE 2081; A DESCRIPTION OF THE REVIEW PROCESS THAT SUCH A SUPERVISOR WOULD TAKE TO REVIEW FOR COMPLIANCE; THE FREQUENCY OF SUCH REVIEWS; HOW SUCH REVIEWS WILL BE DOCUMENTED; OR WHAT THE FIRM WILL DO WHEN IT IDENTIFIES DEFICIENCIES IN COMPLIANCE. 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).
regulatory · block 31PDF pages 151–153
- Regulator name — filed text
- STATE OF LOUISIANA
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 41,040.17
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Action status / disposition — filed text
AS PART OF A MULTISTATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2.8 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSTITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF TITLE 10, PART XIII, CHAPTER 19, SECTION 1901(A) OF THE LOUISIANA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE.
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 No Information Filed 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 LOUISIANA 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: UNDERTAKING 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 07/22/2016 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: OFI2016004 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSTITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. 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): 07/22/2016 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: $ 41,040.17 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN, POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM THE JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED. 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 FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF TITLE 10, PART XIII, CHAPTER 19, SECTION 1901(A) OF THE LOUISIANA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE. 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). AS PART OF A MULTISTATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2.8 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
regulatory · block 32PDF pages 153–154
- Regulator name — filed text
- CHICAGO BAORD OF TRADE
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 30,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Settled
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS ALLEGED THAT ON JANUARY 13, 2014, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ("RBCCM") EXECUTED A BLOCK TRADE IN THE MARCH 2014 5YEAR NOTE CONTRACT THAT WAS NOT REPORTED TO THE EXCHANGE WITHIN THE APPLICABLE TIME LIMIT FOLLOWING EXECUTION, AND THAT RBCCM REPORTED AN INACCURATE TIME OF EXECUTION OF THE BLOCK TRADE. ADDITIONALLY, IT IS ALLEGED THE RBCCM AGREED TO SELL TO THE CUSTOMER AT ONE PRICE, BUT REPORTED THAT THE BLOCK TRADE WAS EXECUTED AT A DIFFERENT PRICE TO THE EXCHANGE. THIS CONDUCT ALLEGEDLY VIOLATED CBOT RULE 526.F.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE ALLEGATIONS, THE FIRM AGREED TO PAY A FINE OF $30,000.00.
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
No Information Filed
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)
CHICAGO BAORD OF TRADE
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
07/29/2016
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
CBOT 149940BC
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Other
Other Product Types:
BLOCK TRADE
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
IT IS ALLEGED THAT ON JANUARY 13, 2014, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ("RBCCM") EXECUTED A BLOCK TRADE IN THE MARCH 2014 5YEAR NOTE
CONTRACT THAT WAS NOT REPORTED TO THE EXCHANGE WITHIN THE APPLICABLE TIME LIMIT FOLLOWING EXECUTION, AND THAT RBCCM REPORTED
AN INACCURATE TIME OF EXECUTION OF THE BLOCK TRADE. ADDITIONALLY, IT IS ALLEGED THE RBCCM AGREED TO SELL TO THE CUSTOMER AT ONE
PRICE, BUT REPORTED THAT THE BLOCK TRADE WAS EXECUTED AT A DIFFERENT PRICE TO THE EXCHANGE. THIS CONDUCT ALLEGEDLY VIOLATED CBOT
RULE 526.F.
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:
Settled
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
07/29/2016
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: $ 30,000.00
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:
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE ALLEGATIONS, THE FIRM AGREED TO PAY A FINE OF $30,000.00.
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).regulatory · block 33PDF pages 155–156
- Regulator name — filed text
- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 2,000,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
SEC ADMIN RELEASE 3478735, AUGUST 31, 2016: THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ("COMMISSION") DEEMS IT APPROPRIATE THAT CEASE AND DESIST PROCEEDINGS BE, AND HEREBY ARE, INSTITUTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 21C OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 ("EXCHANGE ACT"), AGAINST RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ("RBC" OR "RESPONDENT"). IT IS ALLEGED THAT RBC CAUSED RURAL/METRO CORPORATION'S VIOLATIONS OF THE PROXY STATEMENT PROVISIONS OF THE FEDERAL SECURITIES LAWS IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF RURAL/METRO CORPORATION ("RURAL") IN 2011 TO A PRIVATE EQUITY FIRM. RBC, WHICH SERVED AS RURAL'S LEAD FINANCIAL ADVISER FOR THE SALE, ALLEGEDLY RENDERED A FAIRNESS OPINION TO RURAL'S BOARD OF DIRECTORS THAT CONTAINED MATERIALLY FALSE AND MISLEADING INFORMATION CONCERNING RBC'S VALUATION ANALYSIS. RBC ALLEGEDLY CAUSED THAT INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT THAT RURAL FILED TO SOLICIT VS HAREHOLDER APPROVAL FOR THE SALE. AS A RESULT, RBC ALLEGEDLY CAUSED RURAL TO VIOLATE SECTION 14(A) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT AND RULE 14A9 THEREUNDER, WHICH PROHIBITS SOLICITATION BY MEANS OF A PROXY STATEMENT THAT CONTAINS ANY MATERIALLY FALSE OR MISLEADING STATEMENT.
Sanction detail — filed text
RESPONDENT HAS SUBMITTED AN OFFER OF SETTLEMENT (THE "OFFER") WHICH THE COMMISSION HAS DETERMINED TO ACCEPT. IT IS ORDERED THAT PURSUANT TO SECTION 21C OF THE EXCHANGE ACT, RESPONDENT RBC CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 14(A) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT AND RULE 14A9 THEREUNDER. RBC SHALL, WITHIN 14 DAYS OF THE ENTRY OF THIS ORDER, PAY DISGORGEMENT OF $500,000 AND PREJUDGMENT INTEREST OF $77,759, PLUS A CIVIL MONEY PENALTY IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,000,000, FOR A TOTAL PAYMENT OF $2,577,759, TO THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION.
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
No Information Filed
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)
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
2.
Principal Sanction:
Other
Other Sanctions:
N/A
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
08/31/2016
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
317520
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
No Product
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
SEC ADMIN RELEASE 3478735, AUGUST 31, 2016: THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ("COMMISSION") DEEMS IT APPROPRIATE THAT
CEASE AND DESIST PROCEEDINGS BE, AND HEREBY ARE, INSTITUTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 21C OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
("EXCHANGE ACT"), AGAINST RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ("RBC" OR "RESPONDENT"). IT IS ALLEGED THAT RBC CAUSED RURAL/METRO CORPORATION'S
VIOLATIONS OF THE PROXY STATEMENT PROVISIONS OF THE FEDERAL SECURITIES LAWS IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF RURAL/METRO
CORPORATION ("RURAL") IN 2011 TO A PRIVATE EQUITY FIRM. RBC, WHICH SERVED AS RURAL'S LEAD FINANCIAL ADVISER FOR THE SALE, ALLEGEDLY
RENDERED A FAIRNESS OPINION TO RURAL'S BOARD OF DIRECTORS THAT CONTAINED MATERIALLY FALSE AND MISLEADING INFORMATION
CONCERNING RBC'S VALUATION ANALYSIS. RBC ALLEGEDLY CAUSED THAT INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT THAT RURAL
FILED TO SOLICIT VS HAREHOLDER APPROVAL FOR THE SALE. AS A RESULT, RBC ALLEGEDLY CAUSED RURAL TO VIOLATE SECTION 14(A) OF THE
EXCHANGE ACT AND RULE 14A9 THEREUNDER, WHICH PROHIBITS SOLICITATION BY MEANS OF A PROXY STATEMENT THAT CONTAINS ANY MATERIALLY
FALSE OR MISLEADING STATEMENT.
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):
08/31/2016
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: $ 2,000,000.00
Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
Disgorgement/Restitution
Censure
Cease and Desist/Injunction
Bar
Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
PREJUDGMENT INTEREST ON DISGORGEMENT
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:
RESPONDENT HAS SUBMITTED AN OFFER OF SETTLEMENT (THE "OFFER") WHICH THE COMMISSION HAS DETERMINED TO ACCEPT. IT IS ORDERED
THAT PURSUANT TO SECTION 21C OF THE EXCHANGE ACT, RESPONDENT RBC CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY
VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 14(A) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT AND RULE 14A9 THEREUNDER. RBC SHALL, WITHIN 14
DAYS OF THE ENTRY OF THIS ORDER, PAY DISGORGEMENT OF $500,000 AND PREJUDGMENT INTEREST OF $77,759, PLUS A CIVIL MONEY PENALTY
IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,000,000, FOR A TOTAL PAYMENT OF $2,577,759, TO THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION.
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).regulatory · block 34PDF pages 156–158
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 22,500.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TRANSMIT REPORTABLE ORDER EVENTS (ROES) TO THE ORDER AUDIT TRAIL SYSTEM (OATS). IT IS ALSO ALLEGED THAT THE FIRMS SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY CALCULATED TO COMPLY WITH APPLICABLE RULES REGARDING TRANSMITTING ORDERS THAT TOOK PLACE OUTSIDE OF THE FIRM'S OMSS TO OATS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES PROVIDING FOR THE IDENTIFICATION OF THE PERSON(S) RESPONSIBLE FOR SUPERVISION WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE RULES; A STATEMENT OF THE SUPERVISORY STEP(S) TO BE TAKEN BY THE IDENTIFIED PERSON(S); A STATEMENT AS TO HOW OFTEN SUCH PERSON(S) SHOULD TAKE SUCH STEP(S); AND A STATEMENT AS TO HOW THE COMPLETION OF THE STEP(S) INCLUDED IN THE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES SHOULD BE DOCUMENTED.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS; THEREFORE IT IS CENSURED AND FINED $22,500 AND UNDERTAKES TO REVIEW ITS WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES.
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 No Information Filed 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) FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE AND UNDERTAKING 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 10/19/2016 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 20150442305-01 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: UNSPECIFIED SECURITIES 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TRANSMIT REPORTABLE ORDER EVENTS (ROES) TO THE ORDER AUDIT TRAIL SYSTEM (OATS). IT IS ALSO ALLEGED THAT THE FIRMS SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY CALCULATED TO COMPLY WITH APPLICABLE RULES REGARDING TRANSMITTING ORDERS THAT TOOK PLACE OUTSIDE OF THE FIRM'S OMSS TO OATS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES PROVIDING FOR THE IDENTIFICATION OF THE PERSON(S) RESPONSIBLE FOR SUPERVISION WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE RULES; A STATEMENT OF THE SUPERVISORY STEP(S) TO BE TAKEN BY THE IDENTIFIED PERSON(S); A STATEMENT AS TO HOW OFTEN SUCH PERSON(S) SHOULD TAKE SUCH STEP(S); AND A STATEMENT AS TO HOW THE COMPLETION OF THE STEP(S) INCLUDED IN THE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES SHOULD BE DOCUMENTED. 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): 10/19/2016 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: $ 22,500.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: UNDERTAKING 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: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS; THEREFORE IT IS CENSURED AND FINED $22,500 AND UNDERTAKES TO REVIEW ITS WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES. 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).
regulatory · block 35PDF pages 158–160
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 975,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS ALLEGED THAT DURING THE PERIODS OF APRIL 2011 THROUGH APRIL 2014 AND NOVEMBER 2002 THROUGH DECEMBER 29, 2014, THE FIRM EXPERIENCED SYSTEMS ISSUES DURING THE REVIEW PERIODS THAT RESULTED IN VIOLATION OF NASD RULES 2110 (FOR CONDUCT PRIOR TO DECEMBER 15, 2008), 3010 (FOR CONDUCT PRIOR TO DECEMBER 1, 2014), AND 3310 (FOR CONDUCT PRIOR TO FEBRUARY 15, 2010), AND FINRA RULES 2010 (FOR CONDUCT ON AND AFTER DECEMBER 15, 2008), 3110 (FOR CONDUCT ON AND AFTER DECEMBER 1, 2014), AND 5210 (FOR CONDUCT ON AND AFTER FEBRUARY 15, 2010). THE FIRM IS ALLEGED TO HAVE OVERSTATED ITS ADVERTISED TRADE VOLUME DUE TO A COMPUTER CODING ERROR. DUE TO A SEPARATE COMPUTER CODING ERROR, IT IS ALLEGED THAT THE ADVERTISED TRADE VOLUME FROM THE FIRM'S ELECTRONIC TRADING DESK WAS REPORTED WITH THE WRONG EXECUTION DATE. ADDITIONALLY, THE FIRM IS ALLEGED TO HAVE FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM THAT WAS REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND NASD AND FINRA RULES, CONCERNING ADVERTISED TRADE VOLUME. THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM ALLEGEDLY DID NOT INCLUDE SUFFICIENT WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES PROVIDING FOR: (1) THE IDENTIFICATION OF THE PERSON(S) RESPONSIBLE FOR SUPERVISION WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE RULES; (2) A STATEMENT OF THE SUPERVISORY STEP(S) TO BE TAKEN BY THE IDENTIFIED PERSON(S); (3) A STATEMENT AS TO HOW OFTEN SUCH PERSON(S) SHOULD TAKE SUCH STEP(S); AND (4) A STATEMENT AS TO HOW THE COMPLETION OF THE STEP(S) INCLUDED IN THE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES SHOULD BE DOCUMENTED.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS; THEREFORE IT IS CENSURED AND FINED $975,000.00 ($650,000 FOR VIOLATIONS OF NASD RULES 2110 AND 3310, AND FINRA RULES 2010 AND 5210; AND $325,000 FOR VIOLATIONS OF NASD RULES 2110 AND 3010, AND FINRA RULES 2010 AND 3110.
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 No Information Filed 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) FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 10/18/2016 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 20140413771-01 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS ALLEGED THAT DURING THE PERIODS OF APRIL 2011 THROUGH APRIL 2014 AND NOVEMBER 2002 THROUGH DECEMBER 29, 2014, THE FIRM EXPERIENCED SYSTEMS ISSUES DURING THE REVIEW PERIODS THAT RESULTED IN VIOLATION OF NASD RULES 2110 (FOR CONDUCT PRIOR TO DECEMBER 15, 2008), 3010 (FOR CONDUCT PRIOR TO DECEMBER 1, 2014), AND 3310 (FOR CONDUCT PRIOR TO FEBRUARY 15, 2010), AND FINRA RULES 2010 (FOR CONDUCT ON AND AFTER DECEMBER 15, 2008), 3110 (FOR CONDUCT ON AND AFTER DECEMBER 1, 2014), AND 5210 (FOR CONDUCT ON AND AFTER FEBRUARY 15, 2010). THE FIRM IS ALLEGED TO HAVE OVERSTATED ITS ADVERTISED TRADE VOLUME DUE TO A COMPUTER CODING ERROR. DUE TO A SEPARATE COMPUTER CODING ERROR, IT IS ALLEGED THAT THE ADVERTISED TRADE VOLUME FROM THE FIRM'S ELECTRONIC TRADING DESK WAS REPORTED WITH THE WRONG EXECUTION DATE. ADDITIONALLY, THE FIRM IS ALLEGED TO HAVE FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM THAT WAS REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND NASD AND FINRA RULES, CONCERNING ADVERTISED TRADE VOLUME. THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM ALLEGEDLY DID NOT INCLUDE SUFFICIENT WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES PROVIDING FOR: (1) THE IDENTIFICATION OF THE PERSON(S) RESPONSIBLE FOR SUPERVISION WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE RULES; (2) A STATEMENT OF THE SUPERVISORY STEP(S) TO BE TAKEN BY THE IDENTIFIED PERSON(S); (3) A STATEMENT AS TO HOW OFTEN SUCH PERSON(S) SHOULD TAKE SUCH STEP(S); AND (4) A STATEMENT AS TO HOW THE COMPLETION OF THE STEP(S) INCLUDED IN THE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES SHOULD BE DOCUMENTED. 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): 10/18/2016 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: $ 975,000.00 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: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS; THEREFORE IT IS CENSURED AND FINED $975,000.00 ($650,000 FOR VIOLATIONS OF NASD RULES 2110 AND 3310, AND FINRA RULES 2010 AND 5210; AND $325,000 FOR VIOLATIONS OF NASD RULES 2110 AND 3010, AND FINRA RULES 2010 AND 3110. 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).
regulatory · block 36PDF pages 160–162
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 3,500,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS ALLEGED THAT RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC AND RBC CAPITAL MARKETS ARBITRAGE, S.A. (BOTH NOTED TOGETHER AS "RBC" HEREAFTER) FAILED TO RETAIN ELECTRONIC RECORDS IN WORM ("WRITE ONCE, READ MANY") FORMAT. RBC IS ALSO ALLEGED TO HAVE FAILED TO IMPLEMENT AN AUDIT SYSTEM REGARDING THE INPUTTING OF RECORDS IN ELECTRONIC STORAGE MEDIA. RBC IS ALLEGED TO HAVE FAILED TO OBTAIN AN ATTESTATION FROM THEIR THIRD PARTY VENDOR. RBC'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM WAS ALLEGEDLY NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ENFORCE SPECIFIC PROCEDURES CONCERNING STORAGE OF ELECTRONIC BROKER-DEALER RECORDS IN WORM FORMAT.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRMS CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS; THEREFORE THE FIRMS ARE CENSURED AND FINED $3,500,000.00, TO BE PAID JOINTLY AND SEVERALLY, AND UNDERTAKE TO REVIEW RELEVANT POLICIES AND PROCEDURES.
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
No Information Filed
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)
FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions:
CENSURE AND UNDERTAKING
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
12/21/2016
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
2016049821601
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
No Product
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
IT IS ALLEGED THAT RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC AND RBC CAPITAL MARKETS ARBITRAGE, S.A. (BOTH NOTED TOGETHER AS "RBC" HEREAFTER) FAILED
TO RETAIN ELECTRONIC RECORDS IN WORM ("WRITE ONCE, READ MANY") FORMAT. RBC IS ALSO ALLEGED TO HAVE FAILED TO IMPLEMENT AN AUDIT
SYSTEM REGARDING THE INPUTTING OF RECORDS IN ELECTRONIC STORAGE MEDIA. RBC IS ALLEGED TO HAVE FAILED TO OBTAIN AN ATTESTATION
FROM THEIR THIRD PARTY VENDOR. RBC'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM WAS ALLEGEDLY NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ENFORCE SPECIFIC PROCEDURES
CONCERNING STORAGE OF ELECTRONIC BROKER-DEALER RECORDS IN WORM FORMAT.
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):
12/21/2016
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: $ 3,500,000.00
Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
Disgorgement/Restitution
Censure
Cease and Desist/Injunction
Bar
Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
UNDERTAKING
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:
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRMS CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS;
THEREFORE THE FIRMS ARE CENSURED AND FINED $3,500,000.00, TO BE PAID JOINTLY AND SEVERALLY, AND UNDERTAKE TO REVIEW RELEVANT
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES.
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).regulatory · block 37PDF pages 162–164
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 225,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Action status / disposition — filed text
FINRA CASE NUMBER 20150464695 INCLUDES CASE NUMBERS 20150465800, 20160492672, 20160494357, AND 2016052372
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM TRANSMITTED TO THE ORDER AUDIT TRAIL SYSTEM (OATS) REPORTS IN WHICH THE SPECIAL HANDLING CODE FIELD WAS NOT POPULATED TO INDICATE WHETHER THE ORDERS WERE "HELD" OR "NOT HELD." THE FINDINGS ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF FINRA, CONCERNING TRANSMITTING ACCURATE INFORMATION TO OATS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES (WSPS) PROVIDING FOR A REVIEW OF THE FIRM'S OATS REPORTS THAT WAS REPRESENTATIVE OF THE TYPES OF BUSINESS IN WHICH THE FIRM ENGAGED TO ENSURE ITS SUBMISSIONS WERE ACCURATE. THE FINDINGS ALSO ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO REPORT TO THE TRADE REPORTING AND COMPLIANCE ENGINE (TRACE) TRANSACTIONS IN TRACE ELIGIBLE CORPORATE DEBT SECURITIES THAT IT WAS REQUIRED TO REPORT. IN THESE INSTANCES, THE FIRM REPORTED BLOCK TRANSACTIONS THAT WERE TO BE ALLOCATED TO SEPARATE MANAGED ACCOUNTS AS A SINGLE BLOCK INSTEAD OF REPORTING THE ALLOCATIONS AS INDIVIDUAL TRANSACTIONS, AS REQUIRED. THE FINDINGS ALSO ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM EFFECTED CUSTOMER TRANSACTIONS IN A MUNICIPAL SECURITY IN AN AMOUNT LOWER THAN THE MINIMUM DENOMINATION OF THE ISSUE, WHICH WERE NOT SUBJECT TO AN EXCEPTION UNDER THE APPLICABLE MUNICIPAL SECURITIES RULEMAKING BOARD (MSRB) RULE. FINRA ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM ALSO FAILED TO DISCLOSE ALL MATERIAL FACTS CONCERNING MUNICIPAL SECURITIES TRANSACTIONS AT OR PRIOR TO THE TIME OF TRADE. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM FAILED TO INFORM ITS CUSTOMER THAT THE MUNICIPAL SECURITIES TRANSACTION WAS IN AN AMOUNT BELOW THE MINIMUM DENOMINATION OF THE ISSUE. FINRA ALSO ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO REPORT INFORMATION REGARDING 18,634 PURCHASE AND SALE TRANSACTIONS EFFECTED IN MUNICIPAL SECURITIES TO THE REALTIME TRANSACTION REPORTING SYSTEM (RTRS). FOR APPROXIMATELY 1,500 OF THESE INSTANCES, THE FIRM REPORTED BLOCK TRANSACTIONS THAT WERE TO BE ALLOCATED TO SEPARATE MANAGED ACCOUNTS AS A SINGLE BLOCK INSTEAD OF REPORTING THE ALLOCATIONS AS INDIVIDUAL TRANSACTIONS, AS REQUIRED.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $225,000.00 ($125,000 FOR THE OATS REPORTING VIOLATIONS OF NASD RULE 6955(A) AND FINRA RULE 7450(A), $25,000 FOR SUPERVISION VIOLATIONS OF NASD RULE 3010, FINRA RULE 3110, NASD RULE 2110 AND FINRA RULE 2010; $25,000 FOR TRACE REPORTING VIOLATIONS OF FINRA RULE 6730(B); $22,500 FOR THE MUNICIPAL SECURITIES MINIMUM DENOMINATION VIOLATIONS OF MSRB RULE G-15(F); $7,500 FOR THE MUNICIPAL SECURITIES DISCLOSURE VIOLATIONS OF MSRB RULE G-17 AND MSRB RULE G-47; AND $20,000 FOR THE MUNICIPAL SECURITIES TRADE REPORTING VIOLATIONS OF MSRB RULE G-14). THE FIRM WILL UNDERTAKE TO REVISE ITS WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES WITH RESPECT TO PROVIDING FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE OATS REPORTING VIOLATIONS AS DESCRIBED IN THE AWC, AND OFFER RESCISSION TO THE CUSTOMERS WHO EXECUTED THE TRANSACTIONS LISTED ON EXHIBIT A OF THE AWC AT EITHER THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE OR THE CURRENT FAIR MARKET VALUE, WHICHEVER IS HIGHER; ADDITIONALLY THE OFFER OF RESCISSION SHALL REMAIN OPEN WITH THE AFFECTED CUSTOMER FOR A PERIOD OF 60 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 No Information Filed 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) FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE AND UNTERTAKING 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 05/03/2017 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 20150464695-01 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Debt - Municipal Other Product Types: CORPORATE DEBT SECURITIES 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM TRANSMITTED TO THE ORDER AUDIT TRAIL SYSTEM (OATS) REPORTS IN WHICH THE SPECIAL HANDLING CODE FIELD WAS NOT POPULATED TO INDICATE WHETHER THE ORDERS WERE "HELD" OR "NOT HELD." THE FINDINGS ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF FINRA, CONCERNING TRANSMITTING ACCURATE INFORMATION TO OATS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES (WSPS) PROVIDING FOR A REVIEW OF THE FIRM'S OATS REPORTS THAT WAS REPRESENTATIVE OF THE TYPES OF BUSINESS IN WHICH THE FIRM ENGAGED TO ENSURE ITS SUBMISSIONS WERE ACCURATE. THE FINDINGS ALSO ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO REPORT TO THE TRADE REPORTING AND COMPLIANCE ENGINE (TRACE) TRANSACTIONS IN TRACE ELIGIBLE CORPORATE DEBT SECURITIES THAT IT WAS REQUIRED TO REPORT. IN THESE INSTANCES, THE FIRM REPORTED BLOCK TRANSACTIONS THAT WERE TO BE ALLOCATED TO SEPARATE MANAGED ACCOUNTS AS A SINGLE BLOCK INSTEAD OF REPORTING THE ALLOCATIONS AS INDIVIDUAL TRANSACTIONS, AS REQUIRED. THE FINDINGS ALSO ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM EFFECTED CUSTOMER TRANSACTIONS IN A MUNICIPAL SECURITY IN AN AMOUNT LOWER THAN THE MINIMUM DENOMINATION OF THE ISSUE, WHICH WERE NOT SUBJECT TO AN EXCEPTION UNDER THE APPLICABLE MUNICIPAL SECURITIES RULEMAKING BOARD (MSRB) RULE. FINRA ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM ALSO FAILED TO DISCLOSE ALL MATERIAL FACTS CONCERNING MUNICIPAL SECURITIES TRANSACTIONS AT OR PRIOR TO THE TIME OF TRADE. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM FAILED TO INFORM ITS CUSTOMER THAT THE MUNICIPAL SECURITIES TRANSACTION WAS IN AN AMOUNT BELOW THE MINIMUM DENOMINATION OF THE ISSUE. FINRA ALSO ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO REPORT INFORMATION REGARDING 18,634 PURCHASE AND SALE TRANSACTIONS EFFECTED IN MUNICIPAL SECURITIES TO THE REALTIME TRANSACTION REPORTING SYSTEM (RTRS). FOR APPROXIMATELY 1,500 OF THESE INSTANCES, THE FIRM REPORTED BLOCK TRANSACTIONS THAT WERE TO BE ALLOCATED TO SEPARATE MANAGED ACCOUNTS AS A SINGLE BLOCK INSTEAD OF REPORTING THE ALLOCATIONS AS INDIVIDUAL TRANSACTIONS, AS REQUIRED. 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): 05/03/2017 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: $ 225,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: UNDERTAKING AND OFFER OF RESCISSION 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: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $225,000.00 ($125,000 FOR THE OATS REPORTING VIOLATIONS OF NASD RULE 6955(A) AND FINRA RULE 7450(A), $25,000 FOR SUPERVISION VIOLATIONS OF NASD RULE 3010, FINRA RULE 3110, NASD RULE 2110 AND FINRA RULE 2010; $25,000 FOR TRACE REPORTING VIOLATIONS OF FINRA RULE 6730(B); $22,500 FOR THE MUNICIPAL SECURITIES MINIMUM DENOMINATION VIOLATIONS OF MSRB RULE G-15(F); $7,500 FOR THE MUNICIPAL SECURITIES DISCLOSURE VIOLATIONS OF MSRB RULE G-17 AND MSRB RULE G-47; AND $20,000 FOR THE MUNICIPAL SECURITIES TRADE REPORTING VIOLATIONS OF MSRB RULE G-14). THE FIRM WILL UNDERTAKE TO REVISE ITS WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES WITH RESPECT TO PROVIDING FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE OATS REPORTING VIOLATIONS AS DESCRIBED IN THE AWC, AND OFFER RESCISSION TO THE CUSTOMERS WHO EXECUTED THE TRANSACTIONS LISTED ON EXHIBIT A OF THE AWC AT EITHER THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE OR THE CURRENT FAIR MARKET VALUE, WHICHEVER IS HIGHER; ADDITIONALLY THE OFFER OF RESCISSION SHALL REMAIN OPEN WITH THE AFFECTED CUSTOMER FOR A PERIOD OF 60 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). FINRA CASE NUMBER 20150464695 INCLUDES CASE NUMBERS 20150465800, 20160492672, 20160494357, AND 2016052372
regulatory · block 38PDF pages 164–166
- Regulator name — filed text
- BOX OPTIONS EXCHANGE LLC
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 45,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT ON ONE TRADE, IT HAD MODIFIED AN EXPIRING EXERCISE DECLARATION (EED) SUBMISSION AFTER THE 5:30 P.M. (ET) CUT-OFF TIME, WITHOUT AN ALLOWABLE EXCEPTION AND BASED ON AFTER-HOURS TRADING INFORMATION, IN VIOLATION OF BOX RULE 9000, AND ALSO HAD RELATED SUPERVISORY DEFICIENCIES. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THIS CUT-OFF TIME WAS ESTABLISHED TO PREVENT OPTION HOLDERS FROM WAITING FOR MATERIAL INFORMATION TO DETERMINE IF THE UNDERLYING PRICE WILL VARY SUBSTANTIALLY FROM THE CLOSING PRICE ON EXPIRATION, UNFAIRLY DISADVANTAGING THE SHORT OPTION HOLDERS. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO ENSURE THAT ANY EXERCISE INSTRUCTIONS SUBMITTED AFTER THE APPLICABLE CUT-OFF TIME ARE THE RESULT OF A GOOD FAITH ERROR OR OTHER APPLICABLE EXCEPTION, AND ARE NOT BASED ON MATERIAL INFORMATION, INCLUDING AFTER-HOURS TRADING ACTIVITY, RELEASED AFTER THE CUT-OFF TIME. AS A RESULT, A FIRM TRADER SUBMITTED THIS PARTICULAR MODIFIED EED TO THE FIRM'S OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT BASED ON AFTER-HOURS TRADING AFTER THE 5:30 P.M. CUT- OFF TIME, AND THE OPERATIONS STAFF SUBMITTED THE MODIFIED EED TO THE FIRM'S CLEARING FIRM WITHOUT COMPLETELY UNDERSTANDING THE RULES GOVERNING EED SUBMISSIONS. IN ADDITION, THE FIRM FAILED TO HAVE ADEQUATE SUPERVISORY POLICIES AND SYSTEMS, INCLUDING WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES ("WSPS"), REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH BOX RULES RELATING TO THE OBLIGATIONS OF A BOX PARTICIPANT WHEN EXERCISING OPTIONS CONTRACTS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S WSPS LACKED REFERENCES TO THE IDENTITY OF THE INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBLE FOR SUPERVISION; THE SUPERVISORY STEPS AND REVIEWS TO BE TAKEN BY THE DESIGNATED SUPERVISOR; THE FREQUENCY OF SUCH REVIEWS; AND HOW SUCH REVIEWS SHOULD BE DOCUMENTED.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $45,000, AND ORDERED TO PAY $4,000 IN DISGORGEMENT.
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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
No Information Filed
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)
BOX OPTIONS EXCHANGE LLC
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions:
CENSURE & DISGORGEMENT
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
09/13/2017
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
2015046552701
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Options
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT ON ONE TRADE, IT
HAD MODIFIED AN EXPIRING EXERCISE DECLARATION (EED) SUBMISSION AFTER THE 5:30 P.M. (ET) CUT-OFF TIME, WITHOUT AN ALLOWABLE
EXCEPTION AND BASED ON AFTER-HOURS TRADING INFORMATION, IN VIOLATION OF BOX RULE 9000, AND ALSO HAD RELATED SUPERVISORY
DEFICIENCIES. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THIS CUT-OFF TIME WAS ESTABLISHED TO PREVENT OPTION HOLDERS FROM WAITING FOR MATERIAL
INFORMATION TO DETERMINE IF THE UNDERLYING PRICE WILL VARY SUBSTANTIALLY FROM THE CLOSING PRICE ON EXPIRATION, UNFAIRLY
DISADVANTAGING THE SHORT OPTION HOLDERS. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO ENSURE THAT ANY EXERCISE INSTRUCTIONS
SUBMITTED AFTER THE APPLICABLE CUT-OFF TIME ARE THE RESULT OF A GOOD FAITH ERROR OR OTHER APPLICABLE EXCEPTION, AND ARE NOT BASED
ON MATERIAL INFORMATION, INCLUDING AFTER-HOURS TRADING ACTIVITY, RELEASED AFTER THE CUT-OFF TIME. AS A RESULT, A FIRM TRADER
SUBMITTED THIS PARTICULAR MODIFIED EED TO THE FIRM'S OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT BASED ON AFTER-HOURS TRADING AFTER THE 5:30 P.M. CUT-
OFF TIME, AND THE OPERATIONS STAFF SUBMITTED THE MODIFIED EED TO THE FIRM'S CLEARING FIRM WITHOUT COMPLETELY UNDERSTANDING THE
RULES GOVERNING EED SUBMISSIONS. IN ADDITION, THE FIRM FAILED TO HAVE ADEQUATE SUPERVISORY POLICIES AND SYSTEMS, INCLUDING
WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES ("WSPS"), REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH BOX RULES RELATING TO THE OBLIGATIONS
OF A BOX PARTICIPANT WHEN EXERCISING OPTIONS CONTRACTS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S WSPS LACKED REFERENCES TO THE IDENTITY OF THE
INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBLE FOR SUPERVISION; THE SUPERVISORY STEPS AND REVIEWS TO BE TAKEN BY THE DESIGNATED SUPERVISOR; THE
FREQUENCY OF SUCH REVIEWS; AND HOW SUCH REVIEWS SHOULD BE DOCUMENTED.
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):
09/13/2017
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: $ 45,000.00
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 FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $45,000, AND ORDERED TO PAY $4,000 IN DISGORGEMENT.
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).regulatory · block 39PDF pages 166–168
- Regulator name — filed text
- STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 77,145.17
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Action status / disposition — filed text
AS PART OF A MULTISTATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2.8 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSTITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF 78A-39(AL)(2(A)AND 78A-36(B)OF THE NORTH CAROLINA GENERAL STATUTES.
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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 No Information Filed 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 NORTH CAROLINA 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: UNDERTAKING 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 08/28/2017 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 13 SEC 088 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE FIRM ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES THROUGH CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAWS, CONSTITUTING FAILURE BY THE FIRM TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. 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): 08/28/2017 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: $ 77,145.17 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN, POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM THE JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED. 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 FIRM CONSENTED TO THE REPAYMENT OF BACK LICENSING FEES AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF 78A-39(AL)(2(A)AND 78A-36(B)OF THE NORTH CAROLINA GENERAL STATUTES. 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). AS PART OF A MULTISTATE SETTLEMENT, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT INDIVIDUALLY WITH EACH STATE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2.8 MILLION. THIS RESULTED FROM ALLEGATIONS THAT CLIENT ASSOCIATES WHO WERE NOT APPROPRIATELY LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE APPLICABLE STATE LAWS ACCEPTED ORDERS FOR TRANSACTIONS IN SECURITIES; AND THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND ENFORCE AN ADEQUATE SYSTEM TO MONITOR THE LICENSING STATUS OF SUCH EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION TO THE AGGREGATE FINE, THE FIRM UNDERTAKES TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND SYSTEMS THAT REASONABLY SUPERVISE THE TRADE PROCESS SO THAT THE FIRM CAN ONLY ACCEPT CLIENT ORDERS THAT ORIGINATE FROM JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EMPLOYEE WHO ACCEPTS THE ORDER IS APPROPRIATELY LICENSED.
regulatory · block 40PDF pages 168–170
- Regulator name — filed text
- BATS BZX EXCHANGE, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 10,500.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Action status / disposition — filed text
ACTION NUMBER 20140416350 INCLUDES 20150441761 AND 20160512855
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN RULE 600(B)(30) OF REGULATION NMS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES THAT WOULD ENABLE IT IN CERTAIN INSTANCES TO PROMPTLY IDENTIFY ISSUES WITH THE FIRM'S ACCESS TO TIMELY AND ACCURATE MARKET DATA.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED, THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $84,000, OF WHICH $10,500 IS PAYABLE TO BZX. PURSUANT TO BZX RULE 8.8, THE DECISION IN THIS MATTER IS FINAL 20 BUSINESS DAYS AFTER THE ISSUANCE OF THE DECISION. THEREFORE, THIS AWC BECAME FINAL OCTOBER 18, 2017.
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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 No Information Filed 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) BATS BZX EXCHANGE, INC. 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 09/20/2017 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2014041635007 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: UNSPECIFIED SECURITIES 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN RULE 600(B)(30) OF REGULATION NMS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES THAT WOULD ENABLE IT IN CERTAIN INSTANCES TO PROMPTLY IDENTIFY ISSUES WITH THE FIRM'S ACCESS TO TIMELY AND ACCURATE MARKET DATA. 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): 10/18/2017 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: $ 10,500.00 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: THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED, THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $84,000, OF WHICH $10,500 IS PAYABLE TO BZX. PURSUANT TO BZX RULE 8.8, THE DECISION IN THIS MATTER IS FINAL 20 BUSINESS DAYS AFTER THE ISSUANCE OF THE DECISION. THEREFORE, THIS AWC BECAME FINAL OCTOBER 18, 2017. 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). ACTION NUMBER 20140416350 INCLUDES 20150441761 AND 20160512855
regulatory · block 41PDF pages 170–171
- Regulator name — filed text
- BATS EDGX EXCHANGE, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 21,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Action status / disposition — filed text
ACTION NUMBER 20140416350 INCLUDES 20150441761 AND 20160512855
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN RULE 600(B)(30) OF REGULATION NMS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT ON THE REVIEW DATE, THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO AVOID DISPLAYING, AND ENGAGED IN A PATTERN OR PRACTICE OF DISPLAYING, QUOTATIONS THAT LOCKED OR CROSSED A PROTECTED QUOTATION, WITHOUT SIMULTANEOUSLY ROUTING AN ISO TO EXECUTE AGAINST THE FULL DISPLAYED SIZE OF ANY PROTECTED QUOTATION THAT WAS A LOCKING QUOTATION OR CROSSING QUOTATION. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES THAT WOULD ENABLE IT IN CERTAIN INSTANCES TO PROMPTLY IDENTIFY ISSUES WITH THE FIRM'S ACCESS TO TIMELY AND ACCURATE MARKET DATA. THE FIRM'S REGULATION NMS COMPLIANCE ISO EXCEPTION REPORTS, WHICH WERE REVIEWED BY FIRM PERSONNEL, DID NOT IDENTIFY THAT THE FIRM HAD LOCKED OR CROSSED A PROTECTED QUOTATION ON THE REVIEW DATE.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED, THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $84,000, OF WHICH $10,500 IS PAYABLE TO EDGX. THE FIRM WAS ALSO FINED $10,500 FOR THE FINDINGS IN THE REVIEW OF ACTION NUMBER 20160512855. THUS, THE FIRM WAS FINED A TOTAL FINE OF 21,000. PURSUANT TO EDGX RULE 8.8, THE DECISION IN THIS MATTER IS FINAL 20 BUSINESS DAYS AFTER THE ISSUANCE OF THE DECISION. THEREFORE, THIS AWC BECAME FINAL OCTOBER 18, 2017.
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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 No Information Filed 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) BATS EDGX EXCHANGE, INC. 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 09/20/2017 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2014041635006 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: UNSPECIFIED SECURITIES 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN RULE 600(B)(30) OF REGULATION NMS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT ON THE REVIEW DATE, THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO AVOID DISPLAYING, AND ENGAGED IN A PATTERN OR PRACTICE OF DISPLAYING, QUOTATIONS THAT LOCKED OR CROSSED A PROTECTED QUOTATION, WITHOUT SIMULTANEOUSLY ROUTING AN ISO TO EXECUTE AGAINST THE FULL DISPLAYED SIZE OF ANY PROTECTED QUOTATION THAT WAS A LOCKING QUOTATION OR CROSSING QUOTATION. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES THAT WOULD ENABLE IT IN CERTAIN INSTANCES TO PROMPTLY IDENTIFY ISSUES WITH THE FIRM'S ACCESS TO TIMELY AND ACCURATE MARKET DATA. THE FIRM'S REGULATION NMS COMPLIANCE ISO EXCEPTION REPORTS, WHICH WERE REVIEWED BY FIRM PERSONNEL, DID NOT IDENTIFY THAT THE FIRM HAD LOCKED OR CROSSED A PROTECTED QUOTATION ON THE REVIEW DATE. 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): 10/18/2017 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: $ 21,000.00 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED, THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $84,000, OF WHICH $10,500 IS PAYABLE TO EDGX. THE FIRM WAS ALSO FINED $10,500 FOR THE FINDINGS IN THE REVIEW OF ACTION NUMBER 20160512855. THUS, THE FIRM WAS FINED A TOTAL FINE OF 21,000. PURSUANT TO EDGX RULE 8.8, THE DECISION IN THIS MATTER IS FINAL 20 BUSINESS DAYS AFTER THE ISSUANCE OF THE DECISION. THEREFORE, THIS AWC BECAME FINAL OCTOBER 18, 2017. 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). ACTION NUMBER 20140416350 INCLUDES 20150441761 AND 20160512855
regulatory · block 42PDF pages 171–173
- Regulator name — filed text
- BATS BYX EXCHANGE, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 10,500.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Action status / disposition — filed text
ACTION NUMBER 20140416350 INCLUDES 20150441761 AND 20160512855
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN RULE 600(B)(30) OF REGULATION NMS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES THAT WOULD ENABLE IT IN CERTAIN INSTANCES TO PROMPTLY IDENTIFY ISSUES WITH THE FIRM'S ACCESS TO TIMELY AND ACCURATE MARKET DATA.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED, THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $84,000, OF WHICH $10,500 IS PAYABLE TO BYX. PURSUANT TO BYX RULE 8.8, THE DECISION IN THIS MATTER IS FINAL 20 BUSINESS DAYS AFTER THE ISSUANCE OF THE DECISION. THEREFORE, THIS AWC BECAME FINAL OCTOBER 18, 2017.
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 No Information Filed 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) BATS BYX EXCHANGE, INC. 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 09/20/2017 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2014041635008 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: UNSPECIFIED SECURITIES 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN RULE 600(B)(30) OF REGULATION NMS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES THAT WOULD ENABLE IT IN CERTAIN INSTANCES TO PROMPTLY IDENTIFY ISSUES WITH THE FIRM'S ACCESS TO TIMELY AND ACCURATE MARKET DATA. 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): 10/18/2017 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: $ 10,500.00 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: THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED, THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $84,000, OF WHICH $10,500 IS PAYABLE TO BYX. PURSUANT TO BYX RULE 8.8, THE DECISION IN THIS MATTER IS FINAL 20 BUSINESS DAYS AFTER THE ISSUANCE OF THE DECISION. THEREFORE, THIS AWC BECAME FINAL OCTOBER 18, 2017. 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). ACTION NUMBER 20140416350 INCLUDES 20150441761 AND 20160512855
regulatory · block 43PDF pages 173–175
- Regulator name — filed text
- NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 10,500.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Action status / disposition — filed text
ACTION NUMBER 20140416350 INCLUDES 20150441761 AND 20160512855
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN RULE 600(B)(30) OF REGULATION NMS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES THAT WOULD ENABLE IT IN CERTAIN INSTANCES TO PROMPTLY IDENTIFY ISSUES WITH THE FIRM'S ACCESS TO TIMELY AND ACCURATE MARKET DATA.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED, THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $84,000, OF WHICH $10,500 IS PAYABLE TO NYSE.
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 No Information Filed 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 STOCK EXCHANGE 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 08/24/2017 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2014041635002 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: UNSPECIFIED SECURITIES 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN RULE 600(B)(30) OF REGULATION NMS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES THAT WOULD ENABLE IT IN CERTAIN INSTANCES TO PROMPTLY IDENTIFY ISSUES WITH THE FIRM'S ACCESS TO TIMELY AND ACCURATE MARKET DATA. 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): 09/18/2017 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: $ 10,500.00 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: THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED, THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $84,000, OF WHICH $10,500 IS PAYABLE TO NYSE. 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). ACTION NUMBER 20140416350 INCLUDES 20150441761 AND 20160512855
regulatory · block 44PDF pages 175–177
- Regulator name — filed text
- BATS EDGA EXCHANGE, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 10,500.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Action status / disposition — filed text
ACTION NUMBER 20140416350 INCLUDES 20150441761 AND 20160512855
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN RULE 600(B)(30) OF REGULATION NMS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES THAT WOULD ENABLE IT IN CERTAIN INSTANCES TO PROMPTLY IDENTIFY ISSUES WITH THE FIRM'S ACCESS TO TIMELY AND ACCURATE MARKET DATA.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED, THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $84,000, OF WHICH $10,500 IS PAYABLE TO EDGA. PURSUANT TO EDGA RULE 8.8, THE DECISION IN THIS MATTER IS FINAL 20 BUSINESS DAYS AFTER THE ISSUANCE OF THE DECISION. THEREFORE, THIS AWC BECAME FINAL OCTOBER 18, 2017.
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 No Information Filed 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) BATS EDGA EXCHANGE, INC. 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 09/20/2017 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2014041635005 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: UNSPECIFIED SECURITIES 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN RULE 600(B)(30) OF REGULATION NMS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES THAT WOULD ENABLE IT IN CERTAIN INSTANCES TO PROMPTLY IDENTIFY ISSUES WITH THE FIRM'S ACCESS TO TIMELY AND ACCURATE MARKET DATA. 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): 10/18/2017 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: $ 10,500.00 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: THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED, THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $84,000, OF WHICH $10,500 IS PAYABLE TO EDGA. PURSUANT TO EDGA RULE 8.8, THE DECISION IN THIS MATTER IS FINAL 20 BUSINESS DAYS AFTER THE ISSUANCE OF THE DECISION. THEREFORE, THIS AWC BECAME FINAL OCTOBER 18, 2017. 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). ACTION NUMBER 20140416350 INCLUDES 20150441761 AND 20160512855
regulatory · block 45PDF pages 177–179
- Regulator name — filed text
- NASDAQ BX, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 10,500.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Action status / disposition — filed text
ACTION NUMBER 20140416350 INCLUDES 20150441761 AND 20160512855
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN RULE 600(B)(30) OF REGULATION NMS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES THAT WOULD ENABLE IT IN CERTAIN INSTANCES TO PROMPTLY IDENTIFY ISSUES WITH THE FIRM'S ACCESS TO TIMELY AND ACCURATE MARKET DATA.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED, THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $84,000, OF WHICH $10,500 IS PAYABLE TO NASDAQ BX.
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 No Information Filed 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) NASDAQ BX, INC. 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 09/20/2017 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2014041635004 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: UNSPECIFIED SECURITIES 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN RULE 600(B)(30) OF REGULATION NMS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES THAT WOULD ENABLE IT IN CERTAIN INSTANCES TO PROMPTLY IDENTIFY ISSUES WITH THE FIRM'S ACCESS TO TIMELY AND ACCURATE MARKET DATA. 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): 09/20/2017 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: $ 10,500.00 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: THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED, THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $84,000, OF WHICH $10,500 IS PAYABLE TO NASDAQ BX. 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). ACTION NUMBER 20140416350 INCLUDES 20150441761 AND 20160512855
regulatory · block 46PDF pages 179–181
- Regulator name — filed text
- NYSE ARCA, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 10,500.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Decision & Order of Offer of Settlement
Action status / disposition — filed text
ACTION NUMBER 20140416350 INCLUDES 20150441761 AND 20160512855
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN OFFER OF SETTLEMENT AND CONSENT FOR THE SOLE PURPOSE OF SETTLING THIS DISCIPLINARY PROCEEDING, WITHOUT ADJUDICATION OF ANY ISSUES OF LAW OR FACT, AND WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING ANY ALLEGATIONS OR FINDINGS REFERRED TO IN THE OFFER OF SETTLEMENT. THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN RULE 600(B)(30) OF REGULATION NMS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES THAT WOULD ENABLE IT IN CERTAIN INSTANCES TO PROMPTLY IDENTIFY ISSUES WITH THE FIRM'S ACCESS TO TIMELY AND ACCURATE MARKET DATA.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED, THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $84,000, OF WHICH $10,500 IS PAYABLE TO NYSE ARCA.
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 No Information Filed 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) NYSE ARCA, INC. 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 09/19/2017 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2014041635001 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: UNSPECIFIED SECURITIES 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): THE FIRM ENTERED INTO AN OFFER OF SETTLEMENT AND CONSENT FOR THE SOLE PURPOSE OF SETTLING THIS DISCIPLINARY PROCEEDING, WITHOUT ADJUDICATION OF ANY ISSUES OF LAW OR FACT, AND WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING ANY ALLEGATIONS OR FINDINGS REFERRED TO IN THE OFFER OF SETTLEMENT. THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN RULE 600(B)(30) OF REGULATION NMS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES THAT WOULD ENABLE IT IN CERTAIN INSTANCES TO PROMPTLY IDENTIFY ISSUES WITH THE FIRM'S ACCESS TO TIMELY AND ACCURATE MARKET DATA. 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: Decision & Order of Offer of Settlement 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 09/19/2017 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: $ 10,500.00 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: THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED, THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $84,000, OF WHICH $10,500 IS PAYABLE TO NYSE ARCA. 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). ACTION NUMBER 20140416350 INCLUDES 20150441761 AND 20160512855
regulatory · block 47PDF pages 181–182
- Regulator name — filed text
- NASDAQ STOCK MARKET
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 10,500.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Action status / disposition — filed text
ACTION NUMBER 20140416350 INCLUDES 20150441761 AND 20160512855
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN RULE 600(B)(30) OF REGULATION NMS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES THAT WOULD ENABLE IT IN CERTAIN INSTANCES TO PROMPTLY IDENTIFY ISSUES WITH THE FIRM'S ACCESS TO TIMELY AND ACCURATE MARKET DATA.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED, THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $84,000, OF WHICH $10,500 IS PAYABLE TO NASDAQ.
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 No Information Filed 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) NASDAQ STOCK MARKET 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 09/20/2017 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2014041635003 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: UNSPECIFIED SECURITIES 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN RULE 600(B)(30) OF REGULATION NMS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES THAT WOULD ENABLE IT IN CERTAIN INSTANCES TO PROMPTLY IDENTIFY ISSUES WITH THE FIRM'S ACCESS TO TIMELY AND ACCURATE MARKET DATA. 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): 09/20/2017 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: $ 10,500.00 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: THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED, THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $84,000, OF WHICH $10,500 IS PAYABLE TO NASDAQ. 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). ACTION NUMBER 20140416350 INCLUDES 20150441761 AND 20160512855
regulatory · block 48PDF pages 182–184
- Regulator name — filed text
- CHICAGO BOARD OPTIONS EXCHANGE, INCORPORATED
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 20,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Stipulation and Consent
Action status / disposition — filed text
A SUMMARY OF THIS ACTION IS SET FORTH IN THE LETTER OF CONSENT, WHICH IS PUBLICLY AVAILABLE VIA THE CBOE.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO ENFORCE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES, DESIGNED TO PREVENT AND DETECT VIOLATIONS OF EXCHANGE ACT RULE 14E-4 RELATING TO ITS TENDER OF 32,567 SHARES INTO THE BAXTER INTERNATIONAL ("BAX") PARTIAL TENDER OFFER ON MAY 18, 2016 IN EXCESS OF ITS NET LONG POSITION.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM CONSENTED TO A $20,000 FINE, A CENSURE AND DISGORGEMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $6,865.12. PAYMENT WAS MADE ON JANUARY 5, 2018.
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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
No Information Filed
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)
CHICAGO BOARD OPTIONS EXCHANGE, INCORPORATED
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions:
CENSURE AND DISGORGEMENT
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
11/07/2017
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
11-0052/20160501553
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Equity Listed (Common & Preferred Stock)
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED
TO ENFORCE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES, DESIGNED TO PREVENT AND DETECT VIOLATIONS OF EXCHANGE ACT RULE 14E-4 RELATING TO ITS
TENDER OF 32,567 SHARES INTO THE BAXTER INTERNATIONAL ("BAX") PARTIAL TENDER OFFER ON MAY 18, 2016 IN EXCESS OF ITS NET LONG
POSITION.
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:
Stipulation and Consent
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
12/29/2017
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: $ 20,000.00
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 FIRM CONSENTED TO A $20,000 FINE, A CENSURE AND DISGORGEMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $6,865.12. PAYMENT WAS MADE ON JANUARY 5,
2018.
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).
A SUMMARY OF THIS ACTION IS SET FORTH IN THE LETTER OF CONSENT, WHICH IS PUBLICLY AVAILABLE VIA THE CBOE.regulatory · block 49PDF pages 184–186
- Regulator name — filed text
- BOX OPTIONS EXCHANGE LLC
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 150,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT INAPPROPRIATELY USED OPTIONS CLEARING CORPORATION (OCC) ADJUSTMENTS TO CREATE A POSITION WITHOUT TRADING ON AN EXCHANGE AND SUBSEQUENTLY INAPPROPRIATELY USED OCC ADJUSTMENTS TO CLOSE OUT A POSITION WITHOUT TRADING ON AN EXCHANGE. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT FURTHER, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE FIRM THROUGH 273 INTERNAL ENTRIES TRIGGERED OCC ADJUSTMENTS IN A TOTAL OF 107 SYMBOLS FOR A TOTAL OF 203,478 CONTRACTS, WHICH CREATED LONG AND SHORT POSITIONS AT THE OCC WITHOUT TRADING ON AN EXCHANGE, AND RESULTED IN INFLATED OPEN INTEREST. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO FOLLOW ITS WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES RELATED TO THE PROPER USE OF OCC ADJUSTMENTS. THE FIRM FURTHER FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM THAT WAS REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND BOX RULES, CONCERNING OCC ADJUSTMENTS, AS THE FIRM DID NOT HAVE ANY PROCEDURES IN PLACE TO VERIFY THAT OCC ADJUSTMENTS WERE NOT ASSOCIATED WITH INTERNAL ENTRIES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $150,000.
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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 No Information Filed 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) BOX OPTIONS EXCHANGE LLC 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 04/13/2018 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2014043230901 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Options Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT INAPPROPRIATELY USED OPTIONS CLEARING CORPORATION (OCC) ADJUSTMENTS TO CREATE A POSITION WITHOUT TRADING ON AN EXCHANGE AND SUBSEQUENTLY INAPPROPRIATELY USED OCC ADJUSTMENTS TO CLOSE OUT A POSITION WITHOUT TRADING ON AN EXCHANGE. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT FURTHER, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE FIRM THROUGH 273 INTERNAL ENTRIES TRIGGERED OCC ADJUSTMENTS IN A TOTAL OF 107 SYMBOLS FOR A TOTAL OF 203,478 CONTRACTS, WHICH CREATED LONG AND SHORT POSITIONS AT THE OCC WITHOUT TRADING ON AN EXCHANGE, AND RESULTED IN INFLATED OPEN INTEREST. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO FOLLOW ITS WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES RELATED TO THE PROPER USE OF OCC ADJUSTMENTS. THE FIRM FURTHER FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM THAT WAS REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND BOX RULES, CONCERNING OCC ADJUSTMENTS, AS THE FIRM DID NOT HAVE ANY PROCEDURES IN PLACE TO VERIFY THAT OCC ADJUSTMENTS WERE NOT ASSOCIATED WITH INTERNAL ENTRIES. 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: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 04/13/2018 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: $ 150,000.00 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $150,000. 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).
regulatory · block 50PDF pages 186–188
- Regulator name — filed text
- NASDAQ STOCK MARKET
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 13,500.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Action status / disposition — filed text
ON MAY 2, 2016, THE FIRM MODIFIED ITS SUPERVISORY SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES TO PROVIDE FOR A DAILY REVIEW OF OPTIONS POSITIONS TO DETERMINE COMPLIANCE WITH POSITION LIMITS FOR SECURITIES IN RBC WEALTH MANAGEMENT, A DIVISION OF THE FIRM.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT DID NOT FOLLOW UP ON POSITION LIMIT OVERAGES AND FAILED TO PROMPTLY TAKE THE ACTION NECESSARY TO BRING A POSITION INTO COMPLIANCE. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT A CORRESPONDENT FIRM, A CLIENT OF THE FIRM, EFFECTED OPENING TRANSACTIONS FOR THE ACCOUNT OF ITS CUSTOMER THAT EXCEEDED THE APPLICABLE POSITION LIMIT ON THE BULLISH SIDE OF THE MARKET IN A SECURITY, WHICH WAS 50,000 CONTRACTS, BY 5,676 CONTRACTS. THE NEXT DAY, THE CORRESPONDENT FIRM EXECUTED AN ADDITIONAL 500 CONTRACTS IN THE SECURITY FOR THE SAME CUSTOMER WHILE THE CUSTOMER'S POSITION IN THE SECURITY HAD ALREADY EXCEEDED THE POSITION LIMIT ON THE PREVIOUS TRADING DAY, WHICH FURTHER CAUSED THE APPLICABLE POSITION LIMIT TO BE EXCEEDED BY A TOTAL OF 6,176 CONTRACTS. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM MAINTAINED AND CLEARED THE OPTIONS POSITIONS IN THE SECURITY FOR THE CORRESPONDENT FIRM. DURING A BI-MONTHLY SURVEILLANCE REVIEW OF OPTIONS POSITIONS THAT THE FIRM CONDUCTED, IT IDENTIFIED THE POSITIONS IN THE SECURITY. HOWEVER, THE FIRM MISTOOK THE 5,000,000 SHARES POSITION LIMIT, WHICH IT HAD OBTAINED FROM THE WEBSITE OF THE OPTIONS CLEARING CORPORATION, AS CONTRACTS. THE 5,000,000 SHARES POSITION LIMIT IS EQUIVALENT TO THE 50,000 CONTRACTS POSITION LIMIT SINCE THE SHARES DELIVERABLE OF AN OPTIONS CONTRACT IS 100 SHARES. AS SUCH, THE FIRM CONSIDERED THE SUBJECT OPTIONS POSITION TO BE WITHIN THE POSITION LIMIT. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM DID NOT FOLLOW UP ON THESE POSITION LIMIT OVERAGES AND FAILED TO PROMPTLY TAKE THE ACTION NECESSARY TO BRING THE POSITION INTO COMPLIANCE. FURTHER, THE CORRESPONDENT FIRM ALSO FAILED TO BRING ITS CUSTOMER'S POSITION IN THE SECURITY INTO COMPLIANCE WITH THE APPLICABLE POSITION LIMIT. THE POSITION LIMIT IN A SECURITY WAS EXCEEDED FOR A TOTAL 16 CONSECUTIVE TRADING DAYS, WHICH RANGED FROM APPROXIMATELY 11 PERCENT TO 12 PERCENT OVER THE APPLICABLE LIMIT FOR THE SECURITY. ON MARCH 18, 2016, A POSITION LIMIT INCREASE WAS PUBLISHED BY THE OPTIONS CLEARING CORPORATION THAT INCREASED THE LIMIT FROM 50,000 CONTRACTS TO 75,000 CONTRACTS, WHICH BROUGHT THE CUSTOMER'S POSITIONS IN COMPLIANCE. THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE NASDAQ OPTIONS MARKET LLC (NOM), CONCERNING POSITION LIMITS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM ONLY CONDUCTED A BI-MONTHLY SURVEILLANCE REVIEW OF OPTIONS POSITIONS TO DETERMINE COMPLIANCE WITH POSITION LIMITS, AND IT FAILED TO DETECT THE POSITION LIMIT OVERAGES IN THE SECURITY WHEN THEY WERE REVIEWED.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $13,500.
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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 No Information Filed 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) NASDAQ STOCK MARKET 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 05/09/2018 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2016049343501 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Options Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT DID NOT FOLLOW UP ON POSITION LIMIT OVERAGES AND FAILED TO PROMPTLY TAKE THE ACTION NECESSARY TO BRING A POSITION INTO COMPLIANCE. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT A CORRESPONDENT FIRM, A CLIENT OF THE FIRM, EFFECTED OPENING TRANSACTIONS FOR THE ACCOUNT OF ITS CUSTOMER THAT EXCEEDED THE APPLICABLE POSITION LIMIT ON THE BULLISH SIDE OF THE MARKET IN A SECURITY, WHICH WAS 50,000 CONTRACTS, BY 5,676 CONTRACTS. THE NEXT DAY, THE CORRESPONDENT FIRM EXECUTED AN ADDITIONAL 500 CONTRACTS IN THE SECURITY FOR THE SAME CUSTOMER WHILE THE CUSTOMER'S POSITION IN THE SECURITY HAD ALREADY EXCEEDED THE POSITION LIMIT ON THE PREVIOUS TRADING DAY, WHICH FURTHER CAUSED THE APPLICABLE POSITION LIMIT TO BE EXCEEDED BY A TOTAL OF 6,176 CONTRACTS. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM MAINTAINED AND CLEARED THE OPTIONS POSITIONS IN THE SECURITY FOR THE CORRESPONDENT FIRM. DURING A BI-MONTHLY SURVEILLANCE REVIEW OF OPTIONS POSITIONS THAT THE FIRM CONDUCTED, IT IDENTIFIED THE POSITIONS IN THE SECURITY. HOWEVER, THE FIRM MISTOOK THE 5,000,000 SHARES POSITION LIMIT, WHICH IT HAD OBTAINED FROM THE WEBSITE OF THE OPTIONS CLEARING CORPORATION, AS CONTRACTS. THE 5,000,000 SHARES POSITION LIMIT IS EQUIVALENT TO THE 50,000 CONTRACTS POSITION LIMIT SINCE THE SHARES DELIVERABLE OF AN OPTIONS CONTRACT IS 100 SHARES. AS SUCH, THE FIRM CONSIDERED THE SUBJECT OPTIONS POSITION TO BE WITHIN THE POSITION LIMIT. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM DID NOT FOLLOW UP ON THESE POSITION LIMIT OVERAGES AND FAILED TO PROMPTLY TAKE THE ACTION NECESSARY TO BRING THE POSITION INTO COMPLIANCE. FURTHER, THE CORRESPONDENT FIRM ALSO FAILED TO BRING ITS CUSTOMER'S POSITION IN THE SECURITY INTO COMPLIANCE WITH THE APPLICABLE POSITION LIMIT. THE POSITION LIMIT IN A SECURITY WAS EXCEEDED FOR A TOTAL 16 CONSECUTIVE TRADING DAYS, WHICH RANGED FROM APPROXIMATELY 11 PERCENT TO 12 PERCENT OVER THE APPLICABLE LIMIT FOR THE SECURITY. ON MARCH 18, 2016, A POSITION LIMIT INCREASE WAS PUBLISHED BY THE OPTIONS CLEARING CORPORATION THAT INCREASED THE LIMIT FROM 50,000 CONTRACTS TO 75,000 CONTRACTS, WHICH BROUGHT THE CUSTOMER'S POSITIONS IN COMPLIANCE. THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE NASDAQ OPTIONS MARKET LLC (NOM), CONCERNING POSITION LIMITS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM ONLY CONDUCTED A BI-MONTHLY SURVEILLANCE REVIEW OF OPTIONS POSITIONS TO DETERMINE COMPLIANCE WITH POSITION LIMITS, AND IT FAILED TO DETECT THE POSITION LIMIT OVERAGES IN THE SECURITY WHEN THEY WERE REVIEWED. 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): 05/09/2018 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: $ 13,500.00 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: THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $13,500. 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). ON MAY 2, 2016, THE FIRM MODIFIED ITS SUPERVISORY SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES TO PROVIDE FOR A DAILY REVIEW OF OPTIONS POSITIONS TO DETERMINE COMPLIANCE WITH POSITION LIMITS FOR SECURITIES IN RBC WEALTH MANAGEMENT, A DIVISION OF THE FIRM.
regulatory · block 51PDF pages 188–190
- Regulator name — filed text
- NYSE ARCA, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 25,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Decision & Order of Offer of Settlement
Action status / disposition — filed text
IN DETERMINING TO RESOLVE THIS MATTER ON THE BASIS SET FORTH HEREIN, ENFORCEMENT TOOK INTO CONSIDERATION THAT THE FIRM COOPERATED IN NYSE REGULATION'S INVESTIGATION AND MODIFIED CONTROLS RELATING TO THE ENTRY OF ERRONEOUS ORDERS, INCLUDING PRE- MARKET ORDERS, AND MODIFIED ITS PROCESS FOR HANDLING THE SUBMISSION OF REQUESTS FOR REVIEW PURSUANT TO NYSE ARCA RULE 7.10-E DURING PRE-MARKET HOURS. THE FIRM HAS UNDERTAKEN TO ADDRESS ANY REMAINING DEFICIENCIES.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE FIRM VIOLATED SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 RULE 15C3-5(C)(1)(II) (MARKET ACCESS RULE) BY FAILING TO ESTABLISH, DOCUMENT, AND MAINTAIN RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS AND SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES THAT WERE REASONABLY DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF ERRONEOUS ORDERS, BY REJECTING ORDERS THAT EXCEED APPROPRIATE PRICE OR SIZE PARAMETERS, ON AN ORDER-BY-ORDER BASIS OR OVER A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME; AND NYSE ARCA EQUITIES RULES 6.18(B) AND (C), BY FAILING TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE SUPERVISORY SYSTEMS AND WRITTEN PROCEDURES THAT WERE REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH RULE 15C3-5.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM AND NYSE ARCA, INC. ENTERED INTO AN OFFER OF SETTLEMENT AND CONSENT FOR THE SOLE PURPOSE OF SETTLING THIS DISCIPLINARY PROCEEDING, WITHOUT ADJUDICATION OF ANY ISSUES OF LAW OR FACT, AND WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING ANY ALLEGATIONS OR FINDINGS REFERRED TO IN THE OFFER OF SETTLEMENT. THE HEARING OFFICER ACCEPTS THE OFFER OF SETTLEMENT AND CONSENT AND ISSUES THIS DECISION IN ACCORDANCE WITH NYSE ARCA RULES. THE FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $25,000, AND SHALL UNDERTAKE TO ADDRESS ANY REMAINING MARKET ACCESS RULE DEFICIENCIES DESCRIBED IN THIS DECISION TO ENSURE THAT IT HAS IMPLEMENTED CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES THAT ARE REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH THE RULES AND REGULATIONS CITED HEREIN PERTAINING TO MARKET ACCESS REQUIREMENTS.
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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 No Information Filed 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) NYSE ARCA, INC. 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE AND UNDERTAKING 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 05/25/2018 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2016-10-00034 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Equity Listed (Common & Preferred Stock) Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): THE FIRM VIOLATED SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 RULE 15C3-5(C)(1)(II) (MARKET ACCESS RULE) BY FAILING TO ESTABLISH, DOCUMENT, AND MAINTAIN RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS AND SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES THAT WERE REASONABLY DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF ERRONEOUS ORDERS, BY REJECTING ORDERS THAT EXCEED APPROPRIATE PRICE OR SIZE PARAMETERS, ON AN ORDER-BY-ORDER BASIS OR OVER A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME; AND NYSE ARCA EQUITIES RULES 6.18(B) AND (C), BY FAILING TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE SUPERVISORY SYSTEMS AND WRITTEN PROCEDURES THAT WERE REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH RULE 15C3-5. 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: Decision & Order of Offer of Settlement 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 05/25/2018 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: $ 25,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: UNDERTAKING: ADDRESS ANY REMAINING MARKET ACCESS RULE DEFICIENCIES DESCRIBED IN THIS DECISION TO ENSURE THAT THE FIRM HAS IMPLEMENTED CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES THAT ARE REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH THE RULES AND REGULATIONS CITED HEREIN PERTAINING TO MARKET ACCESS REQUIREMENTS. 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 FIRM AND NYSE ARCA, INC. ENTERED INTO AN OFFER OF SETTLEMENT AND CONSENT FOR THE SOLE PURPOSE OF SETTLING THIS DISCIPLINARY PROCEEDING, WITHOUT ADJUDICATION OF ANY ISSUES OF LAW OR FACT, AND WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING ANY ALLEGATIONS OR FINDINGS REFERRED TO IN THE OFFER OF SETTLEMENT. THE HEARING OFFICER ACCEPTS THE OFFER OF SETTLEMENT AND CONSENT AND ISSUES THIS DECISION IN ACCORDANCE WITH NYSE ARCA RULES. THE FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $25,000, AND SHALL UNDERTAKE TO ADDRESS ANY REMAINING MARKET ACCESS RULE DEFICIENCIES DESCRIBED IN THIS DECISION TO ENSURE THAT IT HAS IMPLEMENTED CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES THAT ARE REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH THE RULES AND REGULATIONS CITED HEREIN PERTAINING TO MARKET ACCESS REQUIREMENTS. 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 DETERMINING TO RESOLVE THIS MATTER ON THE BASIS SET FORTH HEREIN, ENFORCEMENT TOOK INTO CONSIDERATION THAT THE FIRM COOPERATED IN NYSE REGULATION'S INVESTIGATION AND MODIFIED CONTROLS RELATING TO THE ENTRY OF ERRONEOUS ORDERS, INCLUDING PRE- MARKET ORDERS, AND MODIFIED ITS PROCESS FOR HANDLING THE SUBMISSION OF REQUESTS FOR REVIEW PURSUANT TO NYSE ARCA RULE 7.10-E DURING PRE-MARKET HOURS. THE FIRM HAS UNDERTAKEN TO ADDRESS ANY REMAINING DEFICIENCIES.
regulatory · block 52PDF pages 190–192
- Regulator name — filed text
- CBOE FUTURES EXCHANGE, LLC
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 50,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, IT WAS ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM VIOLATED CFE RULES 401A, 412B(A) AND 609. ON NUMEROUS DATES FROM MAY 2016 THROUGH MAY 2017, DUE TO A THIRD PARTY SERVICE PROVIDER PROGRAMMING ERROR AND A FAILURE TO FOLLOW ITS OWN WRITTEN PROCEDURES, THE FIRM REPORTED INACCURATE OPEN INTEREST IN VARIOUS VX WEEKLY CONTRACTS, RESULTING IN OVERSTATEMENTS OF OVERALL EXCHANGE OPEN INTEREST. IN ADDITION, ON NUMEROUS DATES BETWEEN DECEMBER 2016 AND AUGUST 2017, DUE TO A THIRD PARTY SERVICE PROVIDER INPUTTING INCORRECT REPORTABLE LEVELS AND A FAILURE TO FOLLOW ITS OWN WRITTEN PROCEDURES, THE FIRM FAILED TO REPORT LARGE TRADER POSITIONS IN VARIOUS VX WEEKLY CONTRACTS.
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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 No Information Filed 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) CBOE FUTURES EXCHANGE, LLC 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/13/2018 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 18-0002 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Futures - Financial Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, IT WAS ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM VIOLATED CFE RULES 401A, 412B(A) AND 609. ON NUMEROUS DATES FROM MAY 2016 THROUGH MAY 2017, DUE TO A THIRD PARTY SERVICE PROVIDER PROGRAMMING ERROR AND A FAILURE TO FOLLOW ITS OWN WRITTEN PROCEDURES, THE FIRM REPORTED INACCURATE OPEN INTEREST IN VARIOUS VX WEEKLY CONTRACTS, RESULTING IN OVERSTATEMENTS OF OVERALL EXCHANGE OPEN INTEREST. IN ADDITION, ON NUMEROUS DATES BETWEEN DECEMBER 2016 AND AUGUST 2017, DUE TO A THIRD PARTY SERVICE PROVIDER INPUTTING INCORRECT REPORTABLE LEVELS AND A FAILURE TO FOLLOW ITS OWN WRITTEN PROCEDURES, THE FIRM FAILED TO REPORT LARGE TRADER POSITIONS IN VARIOUS VX WEEKLY CONTRACTS. 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: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/13/2018 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: $ 50,000.00 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, p j p g p ( p 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: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS; THEREFORE IT IS FINED $50,000.00. 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).
regulatory · block 53PDF pages 192–193
- Regulator name — filed text
- CHICAGO BOARD OPTIONS EXCHANGE, INCORPORATED
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 75,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT WAS ALLEGED THAT ON TWO SETTLEMENT DATES THE FIRM ENTERED SELL-SIDE ORDERS PRIOR TO THE CUT-OFF TIME FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE SPECIAL OPENING QUOTATION AND SUBSEQUENTLY CHANGED ITS ORDERS THROUGH SUBMISSION OF BUY-SIDE ORDERS AFTER THE CUT-OFF TIME WHICH IS VIOLATION OF CBOE RULE 6.2B. IT WAS FURTHER ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM VIOLATED CBOE RULE 4.2 FOR FAILING TO SUPERVISE ITS ASSOCIATED PERSONS TO ASSURE COMPLIANCE WITH EXCHANGE RULE 6.2B FOR FAILING TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES FOR COMPLIANCE WITH EXCHANGE RULE 6.2B.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS; THEREFORE IT WAS FINED $75,000.00.
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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 No Information Filed 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) CHICAGO BOARD OPTIONS EXCHANGE, INCORPORATED 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/21/2018 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 18-0012/20160498080 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Options Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT WAS ALLEGED THAT ON TWO SETTLEMENT DATES THE FIRM ENTERED SELL-SIDE ORDERS PRIOR TO THE CUT-OFF TIME FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE SPECIAL OPENING QUOTATION AND SUBSEQUENTLY CHANGED ITS ORDERS THROUGH SUBMISSION OF BUY-SIDE ORDERS AFTER THE CUT-OFF TIME WHICH IS VIOLATION OF CBOE RULE 6.2B. IT WAS FURTHER ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM VIOLATED CBOE RULE 4.2 FOR FAILING TO SUPERVISE ITS ASSOCIATED PERSONS TO ASSURE COMPLIANCE WITH EXCHANGE RULE 6.2B FOR FAILING TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES FOR COMPLIANCE WITH EXCHANGE RULE 6.2B. 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: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 08/30/2018 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: $ 75,000.00 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: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS; THEREFORE IT WAS FINED $75,000.00. 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).
regulatory · block 54PDF pages 193–195
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINRA
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 215,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT DURING THE PERIOD OF JANUARY 1, 2014 THROUGH APRIL 5, 2016, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM WAS NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACCOUNT FOR THE MULTI-DAY APPROACH, WHICH IS UTILIZED TO CALCULATE CREDIT TOWARD THE FIRM'S CLOSE-OUT AND DELIVERY OBLIGATIONS. THE FIRM'S DEFICIENT SUPERVISORY SYSTEM ALLOWED NUMEROUS VIOLATIONS OF RULE 204 OF REGULATION SHO TO GO UNDETECTED. THE FINDINGS ALSO PROVIDED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO CLOSE OUT THE FAIL-TO-DELIVER POSITIONS IN ACCORDANCE WITH RULE 204 OF REGULATION SHO DURING THE PERIODS OF JUNE 1, 2013 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2013, OCTOBER 1, 2014 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2014, AND JANUARY 1, 2016 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2016. THIRD, THE FINDINGS PROVIDED THAT THE FIRM HAD A FAIL-TO-DELIVER POSITION AT A REGISTERED CLEARING AGENCY IN AN EQUITY SECURITY AND DID NOT CLOSE OUT THE FAIL-TO-DELIVER POSITIONS BY PURCHASING OR BORROWING SECURITIES OF LIKE KIND AND QUANTITY WITHIN THE TIME PRESCRIBED BY RULE 204(A) OF REGULATION SHO, AND FINRA RULE 2010. THE DEPARTMENT OF ENFORCEMENT FOUND THAT THE FIRM VIOLATED NASD RULE 3010 (FOR CONDUCT PRIOR TO DECEMBER 1, 2014) AND FINRA RULE 3110 (FOR CONDUCT ON OR AFTER DECEMBER 1, 2014), RULE 204(A) OF REGULATION SHO OF THE EXCHANGE ACT, AND FINRA RULE 2010.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDING, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCATIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OR FINDINGS; THEREFORE THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $215,000.
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 No Information Filed 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) FINRA 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 11/08/2018 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2013039211801 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Equity Listed (Common & Preferred Stock) Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT DURING THE PERIOD OF JANUARY 1, 2014 THROUGH APRIL 5, 2016, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM WAS NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACCOUNT FOR THE MULTI-DAY APPROACH, WHICH IS UTILIZED TO CALCULATE CREDIT TOWARD THE FIRM'S CLOSE-OUT AND DELIVERY OBLIGATIONS. THE FIRM'S DEFICIENT SUPERVISORY SYSTEM ALLOWED NUMEROUS VIOLATIONS OF RULE 204 OF REGULATION SHO TO GO UNDETECTED. THE FINDINGS ALSO PROVIDED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO CLOSE OUT THE FAIL-TO-DELIVER POSITIONS IN ACCORDANCE WITH RULE 204 OF REGULATION SHO DURING THE PERIODS OF JUNE 1, 2013 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2013, OCTOBER 1, 2014 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2014, AND JANUARY 1, 2016 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2016. THIRD, THE FINDINGS PROVIDED THAT THE FIRM HAD A FAIL-TO-DELIVER POSITION AT A REGISTERED CLEARING AGENCY IN AN EQUITY SECURITY AND DID NOT CLOSE OUT THE FAIL-TO-DELIVER POSITIONS BY PURCHASING OR BORROWING SECURITIES OF LIKE KIND AND QUANTITY WITHIN THE TIME PRESCRIBED BY RULE 204(A) OF REGULATION SHO, AND FINRA RULE 2010. THE DEPARTMENT OF ENFORCEMENT FOUND THAT THE FIRM VIOLATED NASD RULE 3010 (FOR CONDUCT PRIOR TO DECEMBER 1, 2014) AND FINRA RULE 3110 (FOR CONDUCT ON OR AFTER DECEMBER 1, 2014), RULE 204(A) OF REGULATION SHO OF THE EXCHANGE ACT, AND FINRA RULE 2010. 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): 11/08/2018 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: $ 215,000.00 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: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDING, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCATIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OR FINDINGS; THEREFORE THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $215,000. 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).
regulatory · block 55PDF pages 195–197
- Regulator name — filed text
- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Action status / disposition — filed text
THE FIRM HAS SUBMITTED AN OFFER OF SETTLEMENT WHICH THE COMMISSION HAS DETERMINED TO ACCEPT. IN VIEW OF THE FOREGOING, THE COMMISSION DEEMS IT APPROPRIATE IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST TO IMPOSE THE SANCTIONS AGREED TO IN THE RESPONDENT'S OFFER. RESPONDENT SELF-REPORTED TO THE COMMISSION THE VIOLATIONS DISCUSSED IN THIS ORDER PURSUANT TO THE DIVISION OF ENFORCEMENT'S SHARE CLASS SELECTION DISCLOSURE INITIATIVE ("SCSD INITIATIVE"). ACCORDINGLY, THIS ORDER AND RESPONDENT'S OFFER ARE BASED ON THE INFORMATION SELF-REPORTED BY RESPONDENT.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE SEC ALLEGED THAT RBCCM, DURING THE PERIOD JANUARY 1, 2014 THROUGH MARCH 27, 2017, FAILED TO MAKE ADEQUATE DISCLOSURES, IN ITS FORM ADV OR OTHERWISE, REGARDING ITS MUTUAL FUND SHARE CLASS SELECTION PRACTICES, AND THE 12B-1 FEES IT RECEIVED, IN CONNECTION WITH ADVISORY ACCOUNT TRANSACTIONS. SPECIFICALLY, AT TIMES DURING THE RELEVANT PERIOD, RBCCM PURCHASED, RECOMMENDED OR HELD IN ADVISORY ACCOUNTS MUTUAL FUND SHARE CLASSES THAT CHARGED 12B-1 FEES INSTEAD OF LOWER-COST SHARE CLASSES IN THE SAME FUND. THE SEC ALLEGED THAT RBCCM FAILED TO ADEQUATELY DISCLOSE THE RECEIPT OF THE 12B-1 FEES AND THE CONFLICT CREATED THEREBY, THEREBY ALLEGEDLY WILLFULLY VIOLATING SECTIONS 206(2) AND 207 OF THE INVESTMENT ADVISERS ACT.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS THE FIRM SHALL CEASE FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTIONS 206(2) AND 207 OF THE ADVISERS ACT. RESPONDENT IS CENSURED, SHALL PAY DISGORGEMENT OF $10,494,813.38 AND PREJUDGMENT INTEREST OF $1,220,581.34, AND SHALL COMPLY WITH THE UNDERTAKINGS ENUMERATED IN THE OFFER OF SETTLEMENT.
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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
No Information Filed
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)
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
2.
Principal Sanction:
Other
Other Sanctions:
N/A
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
03/11/2019
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
3-19101
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Mutual Fund(s)
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
THE SEC ALLEGED THAT RBCCM, DURING THE PERIOD JANUARY 1, 2014 THROUGH MARCH 27, 2017, FAILED TO MAKE ADEQUATE DISCLOSURES, IN ITS
FORM ADV OR OTHERWISE, REGARDING ITS MUTUAL FUND SHARE CLASS SELECTION PRACTICES, AND THE 12B-1 FEES IT RECEIVED, IN CONNECTION
WITH ADVISORY ACCOUNT TRANSACTIONS. SPECIFICALLY, AT TIMES DURING THE RELEVANT PERIOD, RBCCM PURCHASED, RECOMMENDED OR HELD IN
ADVISORY ACCOUNTS MUTUAL FUND SHARE CLASSES THAT CHARGED 12B-1 FEES INSTEAD OF LOWER-COST SHARE CLASSES IN THE SAME FUND. THE
SEC ALLEGED THAT RBCCM FAILED TO ADEQUATELY DISCLOSE THE RECEIPT OF THE 12B-1 FEES AND THE CONFLICT CREATED THEREBY, THEREBY
ALLEGEDLY WILLFULLY VIOLATING SECTIONS 206(2) AND 207 OF THE INVESTMENT ADVISERS ACT.
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):
03/11/2019
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:
UNDERTAKINGS AND PREJUDGMENT INTEREST
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:
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS THE FIRM SHALL CEASE FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE
VIOLATIONS OF SECTIONS 206(2) AND 207 OF THE ADVISERS ACT. RESPONDENT IS CENSURED, SHALL PAY DISGORGEMENT OF $10,494,813.38
AND PREJUDGMENT INTEREST OF $1,220,581.34, AND SHALL COMPLY WITH THE UNDERTAKINGS ENUMERATED IN THE OFFER OF SETTLEMENT.
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 FIRM HAS SUBMITTED AN OFFER OF SETTLEMENT WHICH THE COMMISSION HAS DETERMINED TO ACCEPT. IN VIEW OF THE FOREGOING, THE
COMMISSION DEEMS IT APPROPRIATE IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST TO IMPOSE THE SANCTIONS AGREED TO IN THE RESPONDENT'S OFFER. RESPONDENT
SELF-REPORTED TO THE COMMISSION THE VIOLATIONS DISCUSSED IN THIS ORDER PURSUANT TO THE DIVISION OF ENFORCEMENT'S SHARE CLASS
SELECTION DISCLOSURE INITIATIVE ("SCSD INITIATIVE"). ACCORDINGLY, THIS ORDER AND RESPONDENT'S OFFER ARE BASED ON THE INFORMATION
SELF-REPORTED BY RESPONDENT.regulatory · block 56PDF pages 197–199
- Regulator name — filed text
- CHICAGO MERCANTILE EXCHANGE
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 50,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Settled
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE CLEARING HOUSE RISK COMMITTEE OF THE CHICAGO MERCHANTILE EXCHANGE ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM VIOLATED CME RULE 971.A.1.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS; THEREFORE IT IS FINED $50,000.
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 No Information Filed 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) CHICAGO MERCANTILE EXCHANGE 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/29/2018 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 18-CH-1804 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Futures - Financial Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): THE CLEARING HOUSE RISK COMMITTEE OF THE CHICAGO MERCHANTILE EXCHANGE ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM VIOLATED CME RULE 971.A.1. 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: Settled 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/29/2018 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: $ 50,000.00 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: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS; THEREFORE IT IS FINED $50,000. 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).
regulatory · block 57PDF pages 199–201
- Regulator name — filed text
- CBOE EDGA EXCHANGE, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 3,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN EXCHANGE ACT RULE 600(B)(30) LEADING TO CONDUCT IN VIOLATION OF RULE 611(C). THE FINDINGS STATE THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $30,000 TO BE PAID JOINTLY, OF WHICH $3,000 WAS ALLOCATED TO THE EXCHANGE. THE FIRM WAS ALSO REQUIRED TO REVISE ITS SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. THIS MATTER WILL BECOME FINAL MAY 7, 2019.
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 No Information Filed 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. p 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) CBOE EDGA EXCHANGE, INC. 2. Principal Sanction: Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 04/08/2019 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2017055792103 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: UNSPECIFIED SECURITIES 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN EXCHANGE ACT RULE 600(B)(30) LEADING TO CONDUCT IN VIOLATION OF RULE 611(C). THE FINDINGS STATE THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. 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): 05/07/2019 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: $ 3,000.00 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: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $30,000 TO BE PAID JOINTLY, OF WHICH $3,000 WAS ALLOCATED TO THE EXCHANGE. THE FIRM WAS ALSO REQUIRED TO REVISE ITS SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. THIS MATTER WILL BECOME FINAL MAY 7, 2019. 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).
regulatory · block 58PDF pages 201–202
- Regulator name — filed text
- CBOE BZX EXCHANGE, INC
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 15,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN EXCHANGE ACT RULE 600(B)(30) LEADING TO CONDUCT IN VIOLATION OF RULE 611(C). THE FINDINGS STATE THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $30,000 TO BE PAID JOINTLY, OF WHICH $15,000 WAS ALLOCATED TO THE EXCHANGE. THE FIRM WAS ALSO REQUIRED TO REVISE ITS SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. THIS MATTER WILL BECOME FINAL MAY 7, 2019.
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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 No Information Filed 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) CBOE BZX EXCHANGE, INC 2. Principal Sanction: Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 04/08/2019 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2017055792102 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: UNSPECIFIED SECURITIES 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN EXCHANGE ACT RULE 600(B)(30) LEADING TO CONDUCT IN VIOLATION OF RULE 611(C). THE FINDINGS STATE THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. 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): 05/07/2019 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: $ 15,000.00 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: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $30,000 TO BE PAID JOINTLY, OF WHICH $15,000 WAS ALLOCATED TO THE EXCHANGE. THE FIRM WAS ALSO REQUIRED TO REVISE ITS SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. THIS MATTER WILL BECOME FINAL MAY 7, 2019. 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).
regulatory · block 59PDF pages 202–204
- Regulator name — filed text
- CBOE EDGX EXCHANGE, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 12,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN EXCHANGE ACT RULE 600(B)(30) LEADING TO CONDUCT IN VIOLATION OF RULE 611(C). THE FINDINGS STATE THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $30,000 TO BE PAID JOINTLY, OF WHICH $12,000 WAS ALLOCATED TO THE EXCHANGE. THE FIRM WAS ALSO REQUIRED TO REVISE ITS SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. THIS MATTER WILL BECOME FINAL MAY 7, 2019.
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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 No Information Filed 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) CBOE EDGX EXCHANGE, INC. 2. Principal Sanction: Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 04/08/2019 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2017055792101 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: UNSPECIFIED SECURITIES 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO ESTABLISH THAT CERTAIN OF THE INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) IT ROUTED MET THE DEFINITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN EXCHANGE ACT RULE 600(B)(30) LEADING TO CONDUCT IN VIOLATION OF RULE 611(C). THE FINDINGS STATE THAT THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR SUPERVISION REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING ISOS THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. 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): 05/07/2019 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: $ 12,000.00 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: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $30,000 TO BE PAID JOINTLY, OF WHICH $12,000 WAS ALLOCATED TO THE EXCHANGE. THE FIRM WAS ALSO REQUIRED TO REVISE ITS SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND THE RULES OF THE EXCHANGE, CONCERNING INTERMARKET SWEEP ORDERS (ISOS) THAT COMPLIED WITH THE SEC'S REGULATION NMS. THIS MATTER WILL BECOME FINAL MAY 7, 2019. 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).
regulatory · block 60ROYAL BANK OF CANADAPDF pages 204–206
- Advisory affiliate name — filed text
- ROYAL BANK OF CANADA
- Regulator name — filed text
- ONTARIO SECURITIES COMMISSION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 10,338,117.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Decision & Order of Offer of Settlement
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
FAILURE TO HAVE SUFFICIENT SUPERVISION AND CONTROLS IN ITS FX TRADING BUSINESS.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS.
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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: This advisory affiliate is a Firm an Individual Registered: Yes No Name: ROYAL BANK OF CANADA (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) ONTARIO SECURITIES COMMISSION 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 08/23/2019 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 Other Product Types: FOREIGN EXCHANGE 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): FAILURE TO HAVE SUFFICIENT SUPERVISION AND CONTROLS IN ITS FX TRADING BUSINESS. 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: Decision & Order of Offer of Settlement 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 08/30/2019 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: $ 10,338,117.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: INTERNAL AUDIT OF RBC'S COMPLIANCE WITH THE FX GLOBAL CODE AND PAYMENT OF $608,263 IN COSTS TO COVER THE INVESTIGATION. 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: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS. 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).
regulatory · block 61PDF pages 206–208
- Regulator name — filed text
- COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 5,000,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM ENGAGED IN AT LEAST 385 NON-COMPETITIVE, FICTITIOUS WASH EXCHANGE-FOR-PHYSICAL TRANSACTIONS. IT IS FURTHER ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO MEET SUPERVISORY OBLIGATIONS, RESULTING IN ADDITIONAL VIOLATIONS INCLUDE FAILURES TO PREPARE AND TIMELY FILE QUARTERLY RISK EXPOSURE REPORTS, FAILURES TO DISCLOSE MATERIAL NON-COMPLIANCE ISSUES, AND FAILURES TO MAINTAIN AND TIMELY PRODUCE REQUIRED RECORDS.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $5,000,000.00
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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 No Information Filed This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser. y ( ) g 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) COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 09/30/2019 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 19-47 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Options Other Product Types: UNSPECIFIED SECURITIES 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM ENGAGED IN AT LEAST 385 NON-COMPETITIVE, FICTITIOUS WASH EXCHANGE-FOR-PHYSICAL TRANSACTIONS. IT IS FURTHER ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO MEET SUPERVISORY OBLIGATIONS, RESULTING IN ADDITIONAL VIOLATIONS INCLUDE FAILURES TO PREPARE AND TIMELY FILE QUARTERLY RISK EXPOSURE REPORTS, FAILURES TO DISCLOSE MATERIAL NON-COMPLIANCE ISSUES, AND FAILURES TO MAINTAIN AND TIMELY PRODUCE REQUIRED RECORDS. 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): 09/30/2019 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: $ 5,000,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: FOR A PERIOD OF THREE YEARS, THE FIRM SHALL COOPERATE WITH THE COMMISSION IN ANY INVESTIGATION, CIVIL LITIGATION OR ADMINISTRATIVE MATTER RELATING TO THIS ORDER. 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $5,000,000.00 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).
regulatory · block 62PDF pages 208–209
- Regulator name — filed text
- NASDAQ PHLX LLC
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 7,138.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MAKETS, LLC ("RBC" OR THE "FIRM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM ENTERED 670 PRINCIPAL ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES, INDICATING THAT THE ORDERS WERE FOR CUSTOMERS INSTEAD OF THE FIRM. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM IGNORED RED FLAGS AND FAILED TO REMEDY THE PATTERN OF ENTERING AND EXECUTING ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES. IN ADDITON TO THE FOREGOING, FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2018, RBC CONDUCTED ELEVEN OF TWELVE MONTHLY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS LATE. RBC FAILED TO ENFORCE ITS PROCEDURES REQUIRING TIMELY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $100,000, OF WHICH $7,138 IS PAYABLE TO THE EXCHANGE. THE REMAINING BALANCE IS TO BE PAID TO OTHER SELF-REGULATORY ORGANIZATIONS IN RELATED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE FIRM AND THESE SELF- REGULATORY ORGANIZATIONS.
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
No Information Filed
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)
NASDAQ PHLX LLC
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
10/02/2019
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
2016050933606
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Options
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MAKETS, LLC ("RBC" OR THE "FIRM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE
ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM ENTERED 670 PRINCIPAL ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES, INDICATING THAT THE ORDERS WERE FOR
CUSTOMERS INSTEAD OF THE FIRM. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM IGNORED RED FLAGS AND FAILED TO REMEDY THE PATTERN OF ENTERING
AND EXECUTING ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES. IN ADDITON TO THE FOREGOING, FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2018, RBC CONDUCTED
ELEVEN OF TWELVE MONTHLY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS LATE. RBC FAILED TO ENFORCE ITS PROCEDURES REQUIRING TIMELY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS.
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):
10/02/2019
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: $ 7,138.00
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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $100,000, OF WHICH $7,138 IS PAYABLE TO THE EXCHANGE. THE REMAINING BALANCE IS TO
BE PAID TO OTHER SELF-REGULATORY ORGANIZATIONS IN RELATED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE FIRM AND THESE SELF-
REGULATORY ORGANIZATIONS.
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).regulatory · block 63PDF pages 210–211
- Regulator name — filed text
- NASDAQ STOCK MARKET -THE NASDAQ OPTIONS MARKET
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 5,687.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MAKETS, LLC ("RBC" OR THE "FIRM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM ENTERED 670 PRINCIPAL ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES, INDICATING THAT THE ORDERS WERE FOR CUSTOMERS INSTEAD OF THE FIRM. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM IGNORED RED FLAGS AND FAILED TO REMEDY THE PATTERN OF ENTERING AND EXECUTING ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES. IN ADDITON TO THE FOREGOING, FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2018, RBC CONDUCTED ELEVEN OF TWELVE MONTHLY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS LATE. RBC FAILED TO ENFORCE ITS PROCEDURES REQUIRING TIMELY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $100,000, OF WHICH $5,687 IS PAYABLE TO THE EXCHANGE. THE REMAINING BALANCE IS TO BE PAID TO OTHER SELF-REGULATORY ORGANIZATIONS IN RELATED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE FIRM AND THESE SELF- REGULATORY ORGANIZATIONS.
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
No Information Filed
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)
NASDAQ STOCK MARKET -THE NASDAQ OPTIONS MARKET
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
10/02/2019
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
2016050933605
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Options
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MAKETS, LLC ("RBC" OR THE "FIRM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE
ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM ENTERED 670 PRINCIPAL ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES, INDICATING THAT THE ORDERS WERE FOR
CUSTOMERS INSTEAD OF THE FIRM. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM IGNORED RED FLAGS AND FAILED TO REMEDY THE PATTERN OF ENTERING
AND EXECUTING ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES. IN ADDITON TO THE FOREGOING, FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2018, RBC CONDUCTED
ELEVEN OF TWELVE MONTHLY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS LATE. RBC FAILED TO ENFORCE ITS PROCEDURES REQUIRING TIMELY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS.
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):
10/02/2019
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: $ 5,687.00
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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $100,000, OF WHICH $5,687 IS PAYABLE TO THE EXCHANGE. THE REMAINING BALANCE IS TO
BE PAID TO OTHER SELF-REGULATORY ORGANIZATIONS IN RELATED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE FIRM AND THESE SELF-
REGULATORY ORGANIZATIONS.
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).regulatory · block 64PDF pages 211–213
- Regulator name — filed text
- NASDAQ ISE, LLC
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 6,721.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MAKETS, LLC ("RBC" OR THE "FIRM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM ENTERED 670 PRINCIPAL ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES, INDICATING THAT THE ORDERS WERE FOR CUSTOMERS INSTEAD OF THE FIRM. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM IGNORED RED FLAGS AND FAILED TO REMEDY THE PATTERN OF ENTERING AND EXECUTING ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES. IN ADDITON TO THE FOREGOING, FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2018, RBC CONDUCTED ELEVEN OF TWELVE MONTHLY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS LATE. RBC FAILED TO ENFORCE ITS PROCEDURES REQUIRING TIMELY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $100,000, OF WHICH $6,721 IS PAYABLE TO THE EXCHANGE. THE REMAINING BALANCE IS TO BE PAID TO OTHER SELF-REGULATORY ORGANIZATIONS IN RELATED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE FIRM AND THESE SELF- REGULATORY ORGANIZATIONS.
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
No Information Filed
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)
NASDAQ ISE, LLC
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
10/02/2019
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
2016050933604
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Options
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MAKETS, LLC ("RBC" OR THE "FIRM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE
ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM ENTERED 670 PRINCIPAL ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES, INDICATING THAT THE ORDERS WERE FOR
CUSTOMERS INSTEAD OF THE FIRM. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM IGNORED RED FLAGS AND FAILED TO REMEDY THE PATTERN OF ENTERING
AND EXECUTING ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES. IN ADDITON TO THE FOREGOING, FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2018, RBC CONDUCTED
ELEVEN OF TWELVE MONTHLY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS LATE. RBC FAILED TO ENFORCE ITS PROCEDURES REQUIRING TIMELY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS.
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):
10/02/2019
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: $ 6,721.00
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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $100,000, OF WHICH $6,721 IS PAYABLE TO THE EXCHANGE. THE REMAINING BALANCE IS TO
BE PAID TO OTHER SELF-REGULATORY ORGANIZATIONS IN RELATED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE FIRM AND THESE SELF-
REGULATORY ORGANIZATIONS.
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).regulatory · block 65PDF pages 213–215
- Regulator name — filed text
- NYSE ARCA, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 5,509.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MAKETS, LLC ("RBC" OR THE "FIRM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM ENTERED 670 PRINCIPAL ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES, INDICATING THAT THE ORDERS WERE FOR CUSTOMERS INSTEAD OF THE FIRM. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM IGNORED RED FLAGS AND FAILED TO REMEDY THE PATTERN OF ENTERING AND EXECUTING ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES. IN ADDITON TO THE FOREGOING, FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2018, RBC CONDUCTED ELEVEN OF TWELVE MONTHLY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS LATE. RBC FAILED TO ENFORCE ITS PROCEDURES REQUIRING TIMELY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $100,000, OF WHICH $5,509 IS PAYABLE TO THE EXCHANGE. THE REMAINING BALANCE IS TO BE PAID TO OTHER SELF-REGULATORY ORGANIZATIONS IN RELATED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE FIRM AND THESE SELF- REGULATORY ORGANIZATIONS.
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
No Information Filed
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)
NYSE ARCA, INC.
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
09/30/2019
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
2016050933608
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Options
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MAKETS, LLC ("RBC" OR THE "FIRM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE
ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM ENTERED 670 PRINCIPAL ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES, INDICATING THAT THE ORDERS WERE FOR
CUSTOMERS INSTEAD OF THE FIRM. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM IGNORED RED FLAGS AND FAILED TO REMEDY THE PATTERN OF ENTERING
AND EXECUTING ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES. IN ADDITON TO THE FOREGOING, FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2018, RBC CONDUCTED
ELEVEN OF TWELVE MONTHLY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS LATE. RBC FAILED TO ENFORCE ITS PROCEDURES REQUIRING TIMELY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS.
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):
09/30/2019
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: $ 5,509.00
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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $100,000, OF WHICH $5,509 IS PAYABLE TO THE EXCHANGE. THE REMAINING BALANCE IS TO
BE PAID TO OTHER SELF-REGULATORY ORGANIZATIONS IN RELATED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE FIRM AND THESE SELF-
REGULATORY ORGANIZATIONS.
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).regulatory · block 66PDF pages 215–217
- Regulator name — filed text
- CBOE EXCHANGE, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 36,592.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MAKETS, LLC ("RBC" OR THE "FIRM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM ENTERED 670 PRINCIPAL ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES, INDICATING THAT THE ORDERS WERE FOR CUSTOMERS INSTEAD OF THE FIRM. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM IGNORED RED FLAGS AND FAILED TO REMEDY THE PATTERN OF ENTERING AND EXECUTING ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES. IN ADDITON TO THE FOREGOING, FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2018, RBC CONDUCTED ELEVEN OF TWELVE MONTHLY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS LATE. RBC FAILED TO ENFORCE ITS PROCEDURES REQUIRING TIMELY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS.
Sanction detail — filed text
A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE OF $36,592
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
No Information Filed
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.
p
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)
CBOE EXCHANGE, INC.
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
08/22/2019
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
USRI-7935 / STAR NO. 20160509336
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Options
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MAKETS, LLC ("RBC" OR THE "FIRM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE
ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM ENTERED 670 PRINCIPAL ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES, INDICATING THAT THE ORDERS WERE FOR
CUSTOMERS INSTEAD OF THE FIRM. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM IGNORED RED FLAGS AND FAILED TO REMEDY THE PATTERN OF ENTERING
AND EXECUTING ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES. IN ADDITON TO THE FOREGOING, FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2018, RBC CONDUCTED
ELEVEN OF TWELVE MONTHLY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS LATE. RBC FAILED TO ENFORCE ITS PROCEDURES REQUIRING TIMELY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS.
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:
Consent
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
08/28/2019
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: $ 36,592.00
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:
A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE OF $36,592
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).regulatory · block 67PDF pages 217–218
- Regulator name — filed text
- CBOE C2 EXCHANGE, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 5,984.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MAKETS, LLC ("RBC" OR THE "FIRM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM ENTERED 670 PRINCIPAL ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES, INDICATING THAT THE ORDERS WERE FOR CUSTOMERS INSTEAD OF THE FIRM. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM IGNORED RED FLAGS AND FAILED TO REMEDY THE PATTERN OF ENTERING AND EXECUTING ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES. IN ADDITON TO THE FOREGOING, FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2018, RBC CONDUCTED ELEVEN OF TWELVE MONTHLY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS LATE. RBC FAILED TO ENFORCE ITS PROCEDURES REQUIRING TIMELY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS.
Sanction detail — filed text
A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE OF $5,984
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
No Information Filed
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)
CBOE C2 EXCHANGE, INC.
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
08/22/2019
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
USRI-7935 / STAR NO. 20160509336
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Options
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MAKETS, LLC ("RBC" OR THE "FIRM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE
ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM ENTERED 670 PRINCIPAL ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES, INDICATING THAT THE ORDERS WERE FOR
CUSTOMERS INSTEAD OF THE FIRM. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM IGNORED RED FLAGS AND FAILED TO REMEDY THE PATTERN OF ENTERING
AND EXECUTING ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES. IN ADDITON TO THE FOREGOING, FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2018, RBC CONDUCTED
ELEVEN OF TWELVE MONTHLY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS LATE. RBC FAILED TO ENFORCE ITS PROCEDURES REQUIRING TIMELY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS.
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:
Consent
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
08/28/2019
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: $ 5,984.00
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:
A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE OF $5,984
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).regulatory · block 68PDF pages 218–220
- Regulator name — filed text
- CBOE BZX EXCHANGE, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 28,271.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MAKETS, LLC ("RBC" OR THE "FIRM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM ENTERED 670 PRINCIPAL ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES, INDICATING THAT THE ORDERS WERE FOR CUSTOMERS INSTEAD OF THE FIRM. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM IGNORED RED FLAGS AND FAILED TO REMEDY THE PATTERN OF ENTERING AND EXECUTING ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES. IN ADDITON TO THE FOREGOING, FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2018, RBC CONDUCTED ELEVEN OF TWELVE MONTHLY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS LATE. RBC FAILED TO ENFORCE ITS PROCEDURES REQUIRING TIMELY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS.
Sanction detail — filed text
A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE OF $28,271
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
No Information Filed
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)
CBOE BZX EXCHANGE, INC.
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
10/02/2019
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
USRI-7935: STAR NO. 20160509336
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Options
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MAKETS, LLC ("RBC" OR THE "FIRM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE
ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM ENTERED 670 PRINCIPAL ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES, INDICATING THAT THE ORDERS WERE FOR
CUSTOMERS INSTEAD OF THE FIRM. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM IGNORED RED FLAGS AND FAILED TO REMEDY THE PATTERN OF ENTERING
AND EXECUTING ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES. IN ADDITON TO THE FOREGOING, FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2018, RBC CONDUCTED
ELEVEN OF TWELVE MONTHLY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS LATE. RBC FAILED TO ENFORCE ITS PROCEDURES REQUIRING TIMELY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS.
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:
Consent
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
10/02/2019
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: $ 28,271.00
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:
A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE OF $28,271
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).regulatory · block 69PDF pages 220–222
- Regulator name — filed text
- NYSE AMERICAN LLC
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 4,098.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MAKETS, LLC ("RBC" OR THE "FIRM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM ENTERED 670 PRINCIPAL ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES, INDICATING THAT THE ORDERS WERE FOR CUSTOMERS INSTEAD OF THE FIRM. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM IGNORED RED FLAGS AND FAILED TO REMEDY THE PATTERN OF ENTERING AND EXECUTING ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES. IN ADDITON TO THE FOREGOING, FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2018, RBC CONDUCTED ELEVEN OF TWELVE MONTHLY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS LATE. RBC FAILED TO ENFORCE ITS PROCEDURES REQUIRING TIMELY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $100,000, OF WHICH $4,098 IS PAYABLE TO THE EXCHANGE. THE REMAINING BALANCE IS TO BE PAID TO OTHER SELF-REGULATORY ORGANIZATIONS IN RELATED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE FIRM AND THESE SELF- REGULATORY ORGANIZATIONS.
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
No Information Filed
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)
NYSE AMERICAN LLC
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
09/30/2019
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
2016050933607
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Options
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MAKETS, LLC ("RBC" OR THE "FIRM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE
ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM ENTERED 670 PRINCIPAL ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES, INDICATING THAT THE ORDERS WERE FOR
CUSTOMERS INSTEAD OF THE FIRM. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM IGNORED RED FLAGS AND FAILED TO REMEDY THE PATTERN OF ENTERING
AND EXECUTING ORDERS WITH INCORRECT ORIGIN CODES. IN ADDITON TO THE FOREGOING, FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2018, RBC CONDUCTED
ELEVEN OF TWELVE MONTHLY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS LATE. RBC FAILED TO ENFORCE ITS PROCEDURES REQUIRING TIMELY ORIGIN CODE REVIEWS.
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):
09/30/2019
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: $ 4,098.00
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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $100,000, OF WHICH $4,098 IS PAYABLE TO THE EXCHANGE. THE REMAINING BALANCE IS TO
BE PAID TO OTHER SELF-REGULATORY ORGANIZATIONS IN RELATED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE FIRM AND THESE SELF-
REGULATORY ORGANIZATIONS.
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).regulatory · block 70PDF pages 222–224
- Regulator name — filed text
- CBOE EXCHANGE, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 27,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM (I) FAILED TO RECORD ACCURATE ORDER RECEIPT TIMES FOR TEN OF THE TWENTY SAMPLED MANUAL CUSTOMER OPTION ORDERS REVIEWED THAT WERE ROUTED TO AND EXECUTED ON CBOE; (II) FAILED TO RECORD ACCURATE ORDER TRANSMISSION TIMES FOR EIGHT OF THE TWENTY SAMPLED MANUAL CUSTOMER OPTIONS ORDERS REVIEWED THAT WERE ROUTED TO AND EXECUTED ON CBOE; (III) FAILED TO RECORD AN ACCURATE ORDER RECEIPT TIME FOR ONE OF TWENTY-ONE SAMPLED MANUAL CUSTOMER OPTION ORDERS THAT WERE ROUTED TO AND EXECUTED (OR PARTIALLY EXECUTED) ON CBOE; AND (IV) FAILED TO ESTABLISH, MAINTAIN AND ENFORCE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES, AND A SYSTEM FOR APPLYING SUCH PROCEDURES, REASONABLY DESIGNED TO PREVENT AND DETECT VIOLATIONS OF CBOE RULE 15.1; AND SECTION 17(A) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT AND RULE 17A-3 THEREUNDER, IN CONNECTION WITH THE CONDUCT DESCRIBED. VIOLATION OF EXCHANGE RULES 4.2, 4.24 AND 15.1; SECTION 17(A) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934, AS AMENDED AND RULE 17A-3, THEREUNDER. SANCTION: A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE OF $27,000.
Sanction detail — filed text
A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,000
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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 No Information Filed 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) CBOE EXCHANGE, INC. 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 10/18/2019 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: USE-1710 / STAR NO. 20160487713 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Options Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM (I) FAILED TO RECORD ACCURATE ORDER RECEIPT TIMES FOR TEN OF THE TWENTY SAMPLED MANUAL CUSTOMER OPTION ORDERS REVIEWED THAT WERE ROUTED TO AND EXECUTED ON CBOE; (II) FAILED TO RECORD ACCURATE ORDER TRANSMISSION TIMES FOR EIGHT OF THE TWENTY SAMPLED MANUAL CUSTOMER OPTIONS ORDERS REVIEWED THAT WERE ROUTED TO AND EXECUTED ON CBOE; (III) FAILED TO RECORD AN ACCURATE ORDER RECEIPT TIME FOR ONE OF TWENTY-ONE SAMPLED MANUAL CUSTOMER OPTION ORDERS THAT WERE ROUTED TO AND EXECUTED (OR PARTIALLY EXECUTED) ON CBOE; AND (IV) FAILED TO ESTABLISH, MAINTAIN AND ENFORCE WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES, AND A SYSTEM FOR APPLYING SUCH PROCEDURES, REASONABLY DESIGNED TO PREVENT AND DETECT VIOLATIONS OF CBOE RULE 15.1; AND SECTION 17(A) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT AND RULE 17A-3 THEREUNDER, IN CONNECTION WITH THE CONDUCT DESCRIBED. VIOLATION OF EXCHANGE RULES 4.2, 4.24 AND 15.1; SECTION 17(A) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934, AS AMENDED AND RULE 17A-3, THEREUNDER. SANCTION: A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE OF $27,000. 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: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 10/18/2019 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: $ 27,000.00 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: A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,000 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).
regulatory · block 71PDF pages 224–226
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINRA
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 2,900,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO A LETTER OF ACCEPTANCE, WAIVER AND CONSENT WITH FINRA THAT FOUND THAT FROM MARCH 2008 TO JUNE 2016, THE FIRM FAILED TO DELIVER PROSPECTUSES TO CUSTOMERS IN CONNECTION WITH APPROXIMATELY 165,000 ETF AND ETN PURCHASES AND AT LEAST HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF MUTUAL FUND PURCHASES. THE AWC ALSO FOUND THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO DESIGN, IMPLEMENT, AND ENFORCE A REASONABLE SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES TO COMPLY WITH THE PROSPECTUS DELIVERY RULES FOR ETFS, ETNS AND MUTUAL FUNDS. RBC FAILED TO HAVE IN PLACE A SYSTEM TO SUPERVISE ITS MANUAL CODING OF SOFTWARE TO TRIGGER THE DELIVERY OF AN ETF OR ETN PROSPECTUS. ALTHOUGH THE FIRM INSTITUTED A SURVEILLANCE PROCEDURE TO IDENTIFY PROSPECTUS DELIVERY CODING ISSUES AFTER DISCOVERING CERTAIN CODING ERRORS, RBC FAILED TO PROPERLY IMPLEMENT THAT PROCESS. WITH RESPECT TO MUTUAL FUNDS, RBC RELIED UPON THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE TO AUTOMATICALLY CODE MUTUAL FUND PURCHASES FOR PROSPECTUS DELIVERY. DUE TO A DESIGN FLAW, THE SOFTWARE DID NOT CODE CERTAIN MUTUAL FUND PURCHASES FOR PROSPECTUS DELIVERY AS REQUIRED. RBC'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM INCLUDED A WRITTEN PROCEDURE TO DESIGNATE AN EMPLOYEE TO CONDUCT PERIODIC SUPERVISORY REVIEWS TO DETERMINE WHETHER MUTUAL FUNDS WERE PROPERLY CODED FOR PROSPECTUS DELIVERY. THE FIRM DID NOT ASSIGN THESE SUPERVISORY DUTIES. THEREFORE, THESE DUTIES WERE NOT PERFORMED DURING THE RELEVANT PERIOD. AS A RESULT, ISSUES WITH THE CODING WAS NOT DISCOVERED UNTIL FINRA'S INVESTIGATION IN THIS MATTER. RBC FAILED TO PERFORM AN AUDIT, REVIEW OR OTHER TESTING TO VERIFY THAT IT WAS DELIVERING PROSPECTUSES. THE FIRM ALSO DID NOT TEST THE SYSTEM MODIFICATIONS AND SURVEILLANCE PROCEDURES PUT IN PLACE TO ADDRESS THE ETF AND ETN CODING ERRORS IT HAD PREVIOUSLY DISCOVERED. IN DETERMINING THE APPROPRIATE SANCTION IN THIS MATTER, FINRA TOOK INTO ACCOUNT (I) THE FIRM'S PRIOR DISCIPLINARY HISTORY; (II) THE MORE THAN EIGHT YEARS OVER WHICH THE VIOLATIONS OCCURRED; (III) THE EXTENT OF THE SUPERVISORY DEFICIENCIES; (IV) THE LACK OF SUPERVISORY CONTROLS AND TESTING; (V) THAT THE FIRM VOLUNTARILY UNDERTOOK A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF ITS ETF AND ETN PROSPECTUS DELIVERY PROCESSES UPON DISCOVERY OF THE ISSUES AND DISCLOSED ITS FINDINGS FROM THAT EXERCISE TO FINRA; (VI) THE FIRM'S EXTENSIVE TESTING OF ITS NON-ETF/ETN PROSPECTUS DELIVERY PROCESSES TO ASSIST FINRA IN UNDERSTANDING THE SCOPE OF THE ISSUE; AND (VII) CERTAIN FIRM CORRECTIVE ACTIONS CITED IN THE SETTLEMENT.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $2.9 MILLION AND AGREED TO AN UNDERTAKING TO CERTIFY THAT IT HAS ESTABLISHED AND IMPLEMENTED A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM AND WRITTEN PROCEDURES REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH FINRA RULES AND THE FEDERAL SECURITIES LAWS APPLICABLE TO PROSPECTUS DELIVERY.
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 No Information Filed 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) FINRA 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 10/17/2019 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2015046652401 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Mutual Fund(s) Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM ENTERED INTO A LETTER OF ACCEPTANCE, WAIVER AND CONSENT WITH FINRA THAT FOUND THAT FROM MARCH 2008 TO JUNE 2016, THE FIRM FAILED TO DELIVER PROSPECTUSES TO CUSTOMERS IN CONNECTION WITH APPROXIMATELY 165,000 ETF AND ETN PURCHASES AND AT LEAST HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF MUTUAL FUND PURCHASES. THE AWC ALSO FOUND THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO DESIGN, IMPLEMENT, AND ENFORCE A REASONABLE SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES TO COMPLY WITH THE PROSPECTUS DELIVERY RULES FOR ETFS, ETNS AND MUTUAL FUNDS. RBC FAILED TO HAVE IN PLACE A SYSTEM TO SUPERVISE ITS MANUAL CODING OF SOFTWARE TO TRIGGER THE DELIVERY OF AN ETF OR ETN PROSPECTUS. ALTHOUGH THE FIRM INSTITUTED A SURVEILLANCE PROCEDURE TO IDENTIFY PROSPECTUS DELIVERY CODING ISSUES AFTER DISCOVERING CERTAIN CODING ERRORS, RBC FAILED TO PROPERLY IMPLEMENT THAT PROCESS. WITH RESPECT TO MUTUAL FUNDS, RBC RELIED UPON THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE TO AUTOMATICALLY CODE MUTUAL FUND PURCHASES FOR PROSPECTUS DELIVERY. DUE TO A DESIGN FLAW, THE SOFTWARE DID NOT CODE CERTAIN MUTUAL FUND PURCHASES FOR PROSPECTUS DELIVERY AS REQUIRED. RBC'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEM INCLUDED A WRITTEN PROCEDURE TO DESIGNATE AN EMPLOYEE TO CONDUCT PERIODIC SUPERVISORY REVIEWS TO DETERMINE WHETHER MUTUAL FUNDS WERE PROPERLY CODED FOR PROSPECTUS DELIVERY. THE FIRM DID NOT ASSIGN THESE SUPERVISORY DUTIES. THEREFORE, THESE DUTIES WERE NOT PERFORMED DURING THE RELEVANT PERIOD. AS A RESULT, ISSUES WITH THE CODING WAS NOT DISCOVERED UNTIL FINRA'S INVESTIGATION IN THIS MATTER. RBC FAILED TO PERFORM AN AUDIT, REVIEW OR OTHER TESTING TO VERIFY THAT IT WAS DELIVERING PROSPECTUSES. THE FIRM ALSO DID NOT TEST THE SYSTEM MODIFICATIONS AND SURVEILLANCE PROCEDURES PUT IN PLACE TO ADDRESS THE ETF AND ETN CODING ERRORS IT HAD PREVIOUSLY DISCOVERED. IN DETERMINING THE APPROPRIATE SANCTION IN THIS MATTER, FINRA TOOK INTO ACCOUNT (I) THE FIRM'S PRIOR DISCIPLINARY HISTORY; (II) THE MORE THAN EIGHT YEARS OVER WHICH THE VIOLATIONS OCCURRED; (III) THE EXTENT OF THE SUPERVISORY DEFICIENCIES; (IV) THE LACK OF SUPERVISORY CONTROLS AND TESTING; (V) THAT THE FIRM VOLUNTARILY UNDERTOOK A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF ITS ETF AND ETN PROSPECTUS DELIVERY PROCESSES UPON DISCOVERY OF THE ISSUES AND DISCLOSED ITS FINDINGS FROM THAT EXERCISE TO FINRA; (VI) THE FIRM'S EXTENSIVE TESTING OF ITS NON-ETF/ETN PROSPECTUS DELIVERY PROCESSES TO ASSIST FINRA IN UNDERSTANDING THE SCOPE OF THE ISSUE; AND (VII) CERTAIN FIRM CORRECTIVE ACTIONS CITED IN THE SETTLEMENT. 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): 10/17/2019 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: $ 2,900,000.00 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $2.9 MILLION AND AGREED TO AN UNDERTAKING TO CERTIFY THAT IT HAS ESTABLISHED AND IMPLEMENTED A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM AND WRITTEN PROCEDURES REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH FINRA RULES AND THE FEDERAL SECURITIES LAWS APPLICABLE TO PROSPECTUS DELIVERY. 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).
regulatory · block 72PDF pages 226–227
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINRA
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM REASONABLY DESIGNED TO SUPERVISE REPRESENTATIVES' RECOMMENDATIONS TO CUSTOMERS TO PURCHASE PARTICULAR SHARE CLASSES OF 529 COLLEGE SAVINGS PLANS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM DID NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE GUIDANCE TO REPRESENTATIVES REGARDING THE IMPORTANCE OF CONSIDERING SHARE-CLASS DIFFERENCES WHEN RECOMMENDING 529 PLANS. THE FIRM HAD NO PROCEDURES REQUIRING SUPERVISORS TO REVIEW 529 PLAN SHARE-CLASS RECOMMENDATIONS FOR SUITABILITY. THE FIRM UPDATED ITS PROCEDURES TO INCLUDE SUCH A REQUIREMENT, BUT THE UPDATED PROCEDURES FAILED TO ADEQUATELY INSTRUCT SUPERVISORS TO CONSIDER EITHER THE AGE OF THE BENEFICIARY OR THE NUMBER OF YEARS UNTIL EXPECTED WITHDRAWALS, BOTH CRITICAL FACTORS IN DETERMINING THE SUITABILITY OF THE RECOMMENDED SHARE CLASS. ALSO, THE FIRM DID NOT CONSISTENTLY PROVIDE SUPERVISORS WITH THE INFORMATION NECESSARY TO REVIEW THE SUITABILITY OF 529 PLAN SHARE-CLASS RECOMMENDATIONS. LATER, THE FIRM ISSUED A COMPANY-WIDE COMPLIANCE ALERT THAT PROVIDED GUIDANCE TO REPRESENTATIVES REGARDING 529 PLAN SHARE-CLASS RECOMMENDATIONS. THE FIRM THEN UPDATED ITS SUPERVISORY SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES WITH RESPECT TO 529 SHARE-CLASS RECOMMENDATIONS. AMONG OTHER THINGS, THE FIRM INSTRUCTED SUPERVISORS TO CONSIDER THE AGE OF THE BENEFICIARY WHEN ASSESSING THE SUITABILITY OF A REPRESENTATIVE'S 529 SHARE- CLASS RECOMMENDATION. THE FIRM HAS AGREED TO PAY RESTITUTION AND INTEREST RELATING TO THE SALE OF CLASS C SHARES TO CERTAIN 529 PLAN CUSTOMERS IN THE ESTIMATED AMOUNT OF $839,803.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND ORDERED TO PAY $685,520, PLUS INTEREST, IN RESTITUTION TO CUSTOMERS THAT INCURRED EXCESS FEES DUE TO THEIR INVESTMENTS IN CLASS C SHARES.
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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 No Information Filed 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) FINRA 2. Principal Sanction: Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 12/15/2020 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2016047696701 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM REASONABLY DESIGNED TO SUPERVISE REPRESENTATIVES' RECOMMENDATIONS TO CUSTOMERS TO PURCHASE PARTICULAR SHARE CLASSES OF 529 COLLEGE SAVINGS PLANS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM DID NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE GUIDANCE TO REPRESENTATIVES REGARDING THE IMPORTANCE OF CONSIDERING SHARE-CLASS DIFFERENCES WHEN RECOMMENDING 529 PLANS. THE FIRM HAD NO PROCEDURES REQUIRING SUPERVISORS TO REVIEW 529 PLAN SHARE-CLASS RECOMMENDATIONS FOR SUITABILITY. THE FIRM UPDATED ITS PROCEDURES TO INCLUDE SUCH A REQUIREMENT, BUT THE UPDATED PROCEDURES FAILED TO ADEQUATELY INSTRUCT SUPERVISORS TO CONSIDER EITHER THE AGE OF THE BENEFICIARY OR THE NUMBER OF YEARS UNTIL EXPECTED WITHDRAWALS, BOTH CRITICAL FACTORS IN DETERMINING THE SUITABILITY OF THE RECOMMENDED SHARE CLASS. ALSO, THE FIRM DID NOT CONSISTENTLY PROVIDE SUPERVISORS WITH THE INFORMATION NECESSARY TO REVIEW THE SUITABILITY OF 529 PLAN SHARE-CLASS RECOMMENDATIONS. LATER, THE FIRM ISSUED A COMPANY-WIDE COMPLIANCE ALERT THAT PROVIDED GUIDANCE TO REPRESENTATIVES REGARDING 529 PLAN SHARE-CLASS RECOMMENDATIONS. THE FIRM THEN UPDATED ITS SUPERVISORY SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES WITH RESPECT TO 529 SHARE-CLASS RECOMMENDATIONS. AMONG OTHER THINGS, THE FIRM INSTRUCTED SUPERVISORS TO CONSIDER THE AGE OF THE BENEFICIARY WHEN ASSESSING THE SUITABILITY OF A REPRESENTATIVE'S 529 SHARE- CLASS RECOMMENDATION. THE FIRM HAS AGREED TO PAY RESTITUTION AND INTEREST RELATING TO THE SALE OF CLASS C SHARES TO CERTAIN 529 PLAN CUSTOMERS IN THE ESTIMATED AMOUNT OF $839,803. 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): 12/15/2020 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: $ 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND ORDERED TO PAY $685,520, PLUS INTEREST, IN RESTITUTION TO CUSTOMERS THAT INCURRED EXCESS FEES DUE TO THEIR INVESTMENTS IN CLASS C SHARES. 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).
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- Regulator name — filed text
- MASSACHUSETTS SECURITIES DIVISION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 200,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Action status / disposition — filed text
RBCCM NOTES THAT IN AGREEING TO THE ORDER RBCCM DID NOT ADMIT TO ANY SUPERVISORY DEFICIENCIES AND BELIEVE THAT THE CUSTOMERS' ACCOUNT INVESTMENTS WERE APPROPRIATELY SUPERVISED AND WERE CONSISTENT WITH THEIR STATED INVESTMENT GOALS AND FINANCIAL CIRCUMSTANCES AS WELL AS RBCCM'S POLICIES. THE CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS GENERATED SUBSTANTIAL INCOME FOR THE CUSTOMERS THAT EXCEED THE COMMISSIONS CHARGED. AFTER 50 YEARS IN THE FINANCIAL SERVICES INDUSTRY, THE REGISTERED REPRESENTATIVE VOLUNTARILY RETIRED IN 2020 HAVING BEEN THE SUBJECT OF ONLY ONE CUSTOMER COMPLAINT THROUGHOUT HIS 50 YEAR CAREER, NOR WAS HE THE SUBJECT OF ANY PRIOR REGULATORY DISCIPLINE. RBCCM AND THE REGISTERED REPRESENTATIVE SETTLED THIS MATTER IN THE INTERESTS OF CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND TO AVOID THE COSTS, UNCERTAINTIES AND DISTRACTIONS ASSOCIATED WITH LITIGATION.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE DIVISION ALLEGES THAT RBC FAILED TO ADEQUATELY SUPERVISE ITS REPRESENTATIVES WITH RESPECT TO CONCENTRATION AND SUITABILITY OF MLP AND TELECOM POSITIONS IN CERTAIN CLIENT ACCOUNTS.
Sanction detail — filed text
$200,000 ADMINISTRATIVE FINE, REIMBURSEMENT FOR NET REALIZED LOSSES TOTALING $86,283.84, AND DISGORGEMENT TOTALING $33,983.57 FOR COMMISSIONS PAID ON PURCHASES ON MLPS.
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 No Information Filed 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) MASSACHUSETTS SECURITIES DIVISION 2. Principal Sanction: Restitution Other Sanctions: CEASE AND DESIST, CENSURE, REVIEW OF SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES, ENGAGEMENT OF INDEPENDENT COMPLIANCE CONSULTANT, DISGORGEMENT, ADMINISTRATIVE FINE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 05/19/2020 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: E-2019-0117 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: MASTER LIMITED PARTNERSHIPS - ENERGY SECTOR US EQUITIES AND TELECOM 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): THE DIVISION ALLEGES THAT RBC FAILED TO ADEQUATELY SUPERVISE ITS REPRESENTATIVES WITH RESPECT TO CONCENTRATION AND SUITABILITY OF MLP AND TELECOM POSITIONS IN CERTAIN CLIENT ACCOUNTS. 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: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 02/02/2021 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: $ 200,000.00 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: $200,000 ADMINISTRATIVE FINE, REIMBURSEMENT FOR NET REALIZED LOSSES TOTALING $86,283.84, AND DISGORGEMENT TOTALING $33,983.57 FOR COMMISSIONS PAID ON PURCHASES ON MLPS. 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). RBCCM NOTES THAT IN AGREEING TO THE ORDER RBCCM DID NOT ADMIT TO ANY SUPERVISORY DEFICIENCIES AND BELIEVE THAT THE CUSTOMERS' ACCOUNT INVESTMENTS WERE APPROPRIATELY SUPERVISED AND WERE CONSISTENT WITH THEIR STATED INVESTMENT GOALS AND FINANCIAL CIRCUMSTANCES AS WELL AS RBCCM'S POLICIES. THE CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS GENERATED SUBSTANTIAL INCOME FOR THE CUSTOMERS THAT EXCEED THE COMMISSIONS CHARGED. AFTER 50 YEARS IN THE FINANCIAL SERVICES INDUSTRY, THE REGISTERED REPRESENTATIVE VOLUNTARILY RETIRED IN 2020 HAVING BEEN THE SUBJECT OF ONLY ONE CUSTOMER COMPLAINT THROUGHOUT HIS 50 YEAR CAREER, NOR WAS HE THE SUBJECT OF ANY PRIOR REGULATORY DISCIPLINE. RBCCM AND THE REGISTERED REPRESENTATIVE SETTLED THIS MATTER IN THE INTERESTS OF CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND TO AVOID THE COSTS, UNCERTAINTIES AND DISTRACTIONS ASSOCIATED WITH LITIGATION.
regulatory · block 74PDF pages 229–231
- Regulator name — filed text
- CBOE EDGX EXCHANGE, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 45,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC VIOLATED RULE 15C3-5(B) AND (C)(1)(II) AND EDGX RULES 3.2 AND 5.1 IN THAT THE FIRM'S FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS AND SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF ERRONEOUS ORDERS, BY REJECTING ORDERS THAT EXCEED APPROPRIATE PRICE OR SIZE PARAMETERS, ON AN ORDER-BY-ORDER BASIS OR OVER A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME, OR THAT INDICATE DUPLICATIVE ORDERS.
Sanction detail — filed text
A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $45,000.
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 No Information Filed 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) CBOE EDGX EXCHANGE, INC. 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 02/22/2021 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: STAR NO. 20170565048-04, FILE NO. USRI-7375-07 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: Equity Listed (Common & Preferred Stock) Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC VIOLATED RULE 15C3-5(B) AND (C)(1)(II) AND EDGX RULES 3.2 AND 5.1 IN THAT THE FIRM'S FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS AND SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF ERRONEOUS ORDERS, BY REJECTING ORDERS THAT EXCEED APPROPRIATE PRICE OR SIZE PARAMETERS, ON AN ORDER-BY-ORDER BASIS OR OVER A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME, OR THAT INDICATE DUPLICATIVE ORDERS. 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: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 03/30/2021 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: CRO APPROVED THE SETTLEMENT ON 3/2/2021. MATTER FINAL 20 BUSINESS DAYS LATER ON 3/30/2021. 12. Resolution Detail: A. Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)? Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 45,000.00 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: A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $45,000. 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).
regulatory · block 75PDF pages 231–233
- Regulator name — filed text
- CBOE BYX EXCHANGE, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 70,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
BC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC VIOLATED RULE 15C3-5(B) AND (C)(1)(II) AND BYX RULES 3.2 AND 5.1 IN THAT THE FIRM'S FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS AND SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF ERRONEOUS ORDERS, BY REJECTING ORDERS THAT EXCEED APPROPRIATE PRICE OR SIZE PARAMETERS, ON AN ORDER-BY-ORDER BASIS OR OVER A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME, OR THAT INDICATE DUPLICATIVE ORDERS.
Sanction detail — filed text
A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $70,000.
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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 No Information Filed 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) CBOE BYX EXCHANGE, INC. 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 02/22/2021 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: STAR NO. 20170565048-03, FILE NO. USRI-7375-06 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: Equity Listed (Common & Preferred Stock) Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): BC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC VIOLATED RULE 15C3-5(B) AND (C)(1)(II) AND BYX RULES 3.2 AND 5.1 IN THAT THE FIRM'S FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS AND SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF ERRONEOUS ORDERS, BY REJECTING ORDERS THAT EXCEED APPROPRIATE PRICE OR SIZE PARAMETERS, ON AN ORDER-BY-ORDER BASIS OR OVER A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME, OR THAT INDICATE DUPLICATIVE ORDERS. 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: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 03/30/2021 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: CRO APPROVED THE SETTLEMENT ON 3/2/2021. MATTER FINAL 20 BUSINESS DAYS LATER ON 3/30/2021. 12. Resolution Detail: A. Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)? Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 70,000.00 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: A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $70,000. 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).
regulatory · block 76PDF pages 233–235
- Regulator name — filed text
- CBOE EDGA EXCHANGE, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 45,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC VIOLATED RULE 15C3-5(B) AND (C)(1)(II) AND EDGA RULES 3.2 AND 5.1 IN THAT THE FIRM'S FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS AND SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF ERRONEOUS ORDERS, BY REJECTING ORDERS THAT EXCEED APPROPRIATE PRICE OR SIZE PARAMETERS, ON AN ORDER-BY-ORDER BASIS OR OVER A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME, OR THAT INDICATE DUPLICATIVE ORDERS.
Sanction detail — filed text
A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $45,000.
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 No Information Filed 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) CBOE EDGA EXCHANGE, INC. 2. Principal Sanction: Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 02/22/2021 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: STAR NO. 20170565048-01, FILE NO. USRI-7375-08. 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: Equity Listed (Common & Preferred Stock) Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC VIOLATED RULE 15C3-5(B) AND (C)(1)(II) AND EDGA RULES 3.2 AND 5.1 IN THAT THE FIRM'S FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS AND SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF ERRONEOUS ORDERS, BY REJECTING ORDERS THAT EXCEED APPROPRIATE PRICE OR SIZE PARAMETERS, ON AN ORDER-BY-ORDER BASIS OR OVER A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME, OR THAT INDICATE DUPLICATIVE ORDERS. 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: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 03/30/2021 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: CRO APPROVED THE SETTLEMENT ON 3/2/2021. MATTER FINAL 20 BUSINESS DAYS LATER ON 3/30/2021. 12. Resolution Detail: A. Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)? Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 45,000.00 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: A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $45,000. 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).
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- Regulator name — filed text
- CBOE BZX EXCHANGE, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 45,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC VIOLATED RULE 15C3-5(B) AND (C)(1)(II) AND BZX RULES 3.2 AND 5.1 IN THAT THE FIRM'S FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS AND SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF ERRONEOUS ORDERS, BY REJECTING ORDERS THAT EXCEED APPROPRIATE PRICE OR SIZE PARAMETERS, ON AN ORDER-BY-ORDER BASIS OR OVER A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME, OR THAT INDICATE DUPLICATIVE ORDERS.
Sanction detail — filed text
A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $45,000.
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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 No Information Filed 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) CBOE BZX EXCHANGE, INC. 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 02/22/2021 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: STAR NO. 20170565048-02, FILE NO. USRI-7375-05 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: Equity Listed (Common & Preferred Stock) Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC VIOLATED RULE 15C3-5(B) AND (C)(1)(II) AND BZX RULES 3.2 AND 5.1 IN THAT THE FIRM'S FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS AND SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF ERRONEOUS ORDERS, BY REJECTING ORDERS THAT EXCEED APPROPRIATE PRICE OR SIZE PARAMETERS, ON AN ORDER-BY-ORDER BASIS OR OVER A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME, OR THAT INDICATE DUPLICATIVE ORDERS. 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: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 03/30/2021 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: CRO APPROVED THE SETTLEMENT ON 3/2/2021. MATTER FINAL 20 BUSINESS DAYS LATER ON 3/30/2021. 12. Resolution Detail: A. Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)? Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 45,000.00 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: A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $45,000. 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).
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- Regulator name — filed text
- NASDAQ STOCK MARKET
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 145,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT ITS MARKET ACCESS RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS AND SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO MANAGE THE FINANCIAL AND REGULATORY RISKS OF THE FIRM'S MARKET ACCESS BUSINESS ON THE EXCHANGE. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO IMPLEMENT MARKET ACCESS CONTROLS TO ITS CONVERTIBLES DESK'S ORDER FLOW ROUTED TO THE MARKET. THEREFORE, THE FIRM'S FINANCIAL AND REGULATORY RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS AND SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES FOR THE CONVERTIBLES DESK WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ADDRESS THE RISKS PRESENTED BY THE DESK'S MARKET ACCESS BUSINESS ACTIVITY, IN VIOLATION OF SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT RULE 15C3-5(B), (C)(1), AND (C)(2). THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM'S FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS AND SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES FOR ITS CASH, ELECTRONIC SALES AND TRADING, AND EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND LEAD MARKET MAKING DESKS WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF ERRONEOUS ORDERS, BY REJECTING ORDERS THAT EXCEED APPROPRIATE PRICE OR SIZE PARAMETERS, ON AN ORDER-BY-ORDER BASIS OR OVER A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME, OR THAT INDICATE DUPLICATIVE ORDERS, IN VIOLATION OF RULE 15C3-5(B) AND (C)(1)(II). THE FINDINGS ALSO INCLUDED THAT THE FIRM'S MARKET ACCESS RULE SUPERVISORY SYSTEM AND WSPS WERE UNREASONABLE. AS A RESULT OF THE DEFICIENCIES DESCRIBED ABOVE, THE FIRM VIOLATED NASDAQ RULES 3010 AND 2010A.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED A TOTAL OF $350,000, OF WHICH $145,000 IS PAYABLE TO NASDAQ WITH THE REMAINDER PAYABLE TO OTHER EXCHANGES, AND SHALL UNDERTAKE TO REVISE THE ITS SYSTEM OF RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS AND SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES.
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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 No Information Filed 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) NASDAQ STOCK MARKET 2. Principal Sanction: Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 03/05/2021 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2015045017001 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: NO PRODUCT 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT ITS MARKET ACCESS RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS AND SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO MANAGE THE FINANCIAL AND REGULATORY RISKS OF THE FIRM'S MARKET ACCESS BUSINESS ON THE EXCHANGE. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO IMPLEMENT MARKET ACCESS CONTROLS TO ITS CONVERTIBLES DESK'S ORDER FLOW ROUTED TO THE MARKET. THEREFORE, THE FIRM'S FINANCIAL AND REGULATORY RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS AND SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES FOR THE CONVERTIBLES DESK WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ADDRESS THE RISKS PRESENTED BY THE DESK'S MARKET ACCESS BUSINESS ACTIVITY, IN VIOLATION OF SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT RULE 15C3-5(B), (C)(1), AND (C)(2). THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM'S FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS AND SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES FOR ITS CASH, ELECTRONIC SALES AND TRADING, AND EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND LEAD MARKET MAKING DESKS WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF ERRONEOUS ORDERS, BY REJECTING ORDERS THAT EXCEED APPROPRIATE PRICE OR SIZE PARAMETERS, ON AN ORDER-BY-ORDER BASIS OR OVER A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME, OR THAT INDICATE DUPLICATIVE ORDERS, IN VIOLATION OF RULE 15C3-5(B) AND (C)(1)(II). THE FINDINGS ALSO INCLUDED THAT THE FIRM'S MARKET ACCESS RULE SUPERVISORY SYSTEM AND WSPS WERE UNREASONABLE. AS A RESULT OF THE DEFICIENCIES DESCRIBED ABOVE, THE FIRM VIOLATED NASDAQ RULES 3010 AND 2010A. 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): 03/05/2021 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: $ 145,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: UNDERTAKING 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED A TOTAL OF $350,000, OF WHICH $145,000 IS PAYABLE TO NASDAQ WITH THE REMAINDER PAYABLE TO OTHER EXCHANGES, AND SHALL UNDERTAKE TO REVISE THE ITS SYSTEM OF RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS AND SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES. 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).
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- Regulator name — filed text
- NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 10,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT VIOLATED NYSE RULE 3110(A) AND (B) (SUPERVISION) BY FAILING TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM AND WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES REASONABLY DESIGNED TO DETECT AND PREVENT ERRORS IN MARKET ON CLOSE (MOC) ORDERS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT ON APRIL 24, 2020, THE FIRM ENTERED A MOC BASKET ORDER ON BEHALF OF ITS U.S. BROKER-DEALER AFFILIATE THAT MISTAKENLY INCLUDED APPROXIMATELY 300,000 SHARES ACROSS 476 EXCHANGE TRADED FUND (ETF) COMPONENT SECURITIES. THE FIRM'S AFFILIATE BROKER-DEALER UTILIZES THE FIRM'S NYSE MEMBERSHIP AND CONNECTIVITY IN ORDER TO GAIN ACCESS TO THE NYSE EXCHANGE. IN CONNECTION WITH THEIR ETF MARKET MAKING RESPONSIBILITIES, TRADERS AT THE FIRM'S AFFILIATE MAY ROUTE MOC BASKET ORDERS TO HEDGE THEIR EXISTING EXPOSURE. ON THE REVIEW DATE, A TRADER MISTAKENLY INCLUDED AN ETF THAT THE FIRM DID NOT NEED TO HEDGE AGAINST WHEN MANUALLY ADDING COMPONENTS INTO AN EXCEL MACRO SCRIPT THAT IS USED TO IDENTIFY ALL UNDERLYING COMPONENT SECURITIES THAT NEEDED TO BE ENTERED FOR THAT DAY'S ORDER. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM ROUTED TO THE NYSE A BASKET CONTAINING INCORRECT ETF COMPONENT SECURITIES WHICH THE FIRM DID NOT INTEND TO EXECUTE DURING THE CLOSING AUCTION. THE DESK RESPONSIBLE FOR GENERATING THE MOC BASKET DID NOT RECOGNIZE THAT THE ETF COMPONENT SECURITIES WERE ERRONEOUSLY INCLUDED BEFORE ENTERING THE ORDER AND ROUTING IT TO MARKET. AFTER THE 3:50 PM CUT-OFF TIME SPECIFIED IN NYSE RULE 7.35B, BUT PRIOR TO THE CLOSING CROSS, THE DESK RECOGNIZED ITS ERROR AND CANCELLED THE BASKET. THE FIRM FAILED TO DETECT AND PREVENT THE ERROR IN THE UNDERLYING MOC BASKET. ALTHOUGH THE FIRM HAD THE ABILITY TO REVIEW THE COMPONENTS INPUT INTO THE FIRM'S EXCEL SCRIPT AND THE GENERATED MOC BASKET FOR ERRORS BEFORE RELEASING IT TO MARKET, THEY NONETHELESS WERE NOT ABLE TO CATCH THIS ERROR IN TIME, AND THERE WAS NO OTHER CHECK IN PLACE TO ALERT THE FIRM TO THE MANUAL ERROR. THE FIRM ALSO FAILED TO MAINTAIN UPDATED WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES (WSPS) THAT ACCURATELY REFLECTED THE APPROPRIATE CUT-OFF TIME OF 3:50 PM FOR THE CANCELLATION OF MOC ORDERS; INSTEAD, THE FIRM'S WSPS REFLECTED AN OUTDATED CUT-OFF TIME OF 3:45 PM. IN ADDITION, THE FIRM FAILED TO ENABLE APPROPRIATE RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS TO ENSURE AGAINST IMPROPER MOC ORDER CANCELLATIONS AFTER THE PRESCRIBED CUT-OFF TIME. DURING THE FIRM'S MIGRATION TO NYSE'S PILLAR PLATFORM, ITS SOFT WARNING AND HARD BLOCK FUNCTIONALITIES, WHICH WOULD ALERT THE FIRM TO POTENTIALLY IMPROPER MOC ORDER CANCELLATIONS, BECAME DISABLED FOR MORE THAN SIX MONTHS. FURTHER, THE FIRM FAILED TO DETECT ERRORS IN ITS SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM THAT PREVENTED THE FIRM FROM BEING ALERTED TO MOC ORDERS CANCELED AFTER THE APPLICABLE CUT-OFF TIME. DUE TO ERRORS IN AN OVERLAY FILE USED TO GENERATE ALERTS FOR THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE OF MOC ORDERS CANCELED AFTER THE APPLICABLE CUT-OFF TIME, WHICH WAS CAUSED BY AN INTERNAL SYSTEM UPDATE IN OCTOBER 2018, THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM WAS UNABLE TO GENERATE ALERTS FOR POTENTIALLY IMPROPER MOC CANCELLATIONS UNTIL THE ERROR WAS DISCOVERED AND CORRECTED IN JULY 2020, AND THE CANCELLATION OF THE MOC BASKET WAS NOT IDENTIFIED AS A POTENTIAL EXCEPTION FOR FURTHER REVIEW BY SUPERVISION DURING THE FIRM'S T+1 REVIEW PROCESS.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $10,000.
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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 No Information Filed 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 STOCK EXCHANGE 2. Principal Sanction: Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/23/2021 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2020-04-00115 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: EXCHANGE TRADED FUND 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT VIOLATED NYSE RULE 3110(A) AND (B) (SUPERVISION) BY FAILING TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM AND WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES REASONABLY DESIGNED TO DETECT AND PREVENT ERRORS IN MARKET ON CLOSE (MOC) ORDERS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT ON APRIL 24, 2020, THE FIRM ENTERED A MOC BASKET ORDER ON BEHALF OF ITS U.S. BROKER-DEALER AFFILIATE THAT MISTAKENLY INCLUDED APPROXIMATELY 300,000 SHARES ACROSS 476 EXCHANGE TRADED FUND (ETF) COMPONENT SECURITIES. THE FIRM'S AFFILIATE BROKER-DEALER UTILIZES THE FIRM'S NYSE MEMBERSHIP AND CONNECTIVITY IN ORDER TO GAIN ACCESS TO THE NYSE EXCHANGE. IN CONNECTION WITH THEIR ETF MARKET MAKING RESPONSIBILITIES, TRADERS AT THE FIRM'S AFFILIATE MAY ROUTE MOC BASKET ORDERS TO HEDGE THEIR EXISTING EXPOSURE. ON THE REVIEW DATE, A TRADER MISTAKENLY INCLUDED AN ETF THAT THE FIRM DID NOT NEED TO HEDGE AGAINST WHEN MANUALLY ADDING COMPONENTS INTO AN EXCEL MACRO SCRIPT THAT IS USED TO IDENTIFY ALL UNDERLYING COMPONENT SECURITIES THAT NEEDED TO BE ENTERED FOR THAT DAY'S ORDER. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM ROUTED TO THE NYSE A BASKET CONTAINING INCORRECT ETF COMPONENT SECURITIES WHICH THE FIRM DID NOT INTEND TO EXECUTE DURING THE CLOSING AUCTION. THE DESK RESPONSIBLE FOR GENERATING THE MOC BASKET DID NOT RECOGNIZE THAT THE ETF COMPONENT SECURITIES WERE ERRONEOUSLY INCLUDED BEFORE ENTERING THE ORDER AND ROUTING IT TO MARKET. AFTER THE 3:50 PM CUT-OFF TIME SPECIFIED IN NYSE RULE 7.35B, BUT PRIOR TO THE CLOSING CROSS, THE DESK RECOGNIZED ITS ERROR AND CANCELLED THE BASKET. THE FIRM FAILED TO DETECT AND PREVENT THE ERROR IN THE UNDERLYING MOC BASKET. ALTHOUGH THE FIRM HAD THE ABILITY TO REVIEW THE COMPONENTS INPUT INTO THE FIRM'S EXCEL SCRIPT AND THE GENERATED MOC BASKET FOR ERRORS BEFORE RELEASING IT TO MARKET, THEY NONETHELESS WERE NOT ABLE TO CATCH THIS ERROR IN TIME, AND THERE WAS NO OTHER CHECK IN PLACE TO ALERT THE FIRM TO THE MANUAL ERROR. THE FIRM ALSO FAILED TO MAINTAIN UPDATED WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES (WSPS) THAT ACCURATELY REFLECTED THE APPROPRIATE CUT-OFF TIME OF 3:50 PM FOR THE CANCELLATION OF MOC ORDERS; INSTEAD, THE FIRM'S WSPS REFLECTED AN OUTDATED CUT-OFF TIME OF 3:45 PM. IN ADDITION, THE FIRM FAILED TO ENABLE APPROPRIATE RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS TO ENSURE AGAINST IMPROPER MOC ORDER CANCELLATIONS AFTER THE PRESCRIBED CUT-OFF TIME. DURING THE FIRM'S MIGRATION TO NYSE'S PILLAR PLATFORM, ITS SOFT WARNING AND HARD BLOCK FUNCTIONALITIES, WHICH WOULD ALERT THE FIRM TO POTENTIALLY IMPROPER MOC ORDER CANCELLATIONS, BECAME DISABLED FOR MORE THAN SIX MONTHS. FURTHER, THE FIRM FAILED TO DETECT ERRORS IN ITS SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM THAT PREVENTED THE FIRM FROM BEING ALERTED TO MOC ORDERS CANCELED AFTER THE APPLICABLE CUT-OFF TIME. DUE TO ERRORS IN AN OVERLAY FILE USED TO GENERATE ALERTS FOR THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE OF MOC ORDERS CANCELED AFTER THE APPLICABLE CUT-OFF TIME, WHICH WAS CAUSED BY AN INTERNAL SYSTEM UPDATE IN OCTOBER 2018, THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM WAS UNABLE TO GENERATE ALERTS FOR POTENTIALLY IMPROPER MOC CANCELLATIONS UNTIL THE ERROR WAS DISCOVERED AND CORRECTED IN JULY 2020, AND THE CANCELLATION OF THE MOC BASKET WAS NOT IDENTIFIED AS A POTENTIAL EXCEPTION FOR FURTHER REVIEW BY SUPERVISION DURING THE FIRM'S T+1 REVIEW PROCESS. 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): 07/06/2021 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: DATE AWC BECAME FINAL 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $10,000. 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).
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- Regulator name — filed text
- NEW YORK MERCANTILE EXCHANGE
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 45,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Settled
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
A PANEL OF THE NYMEX BUSINESS CONDUCT COMMITTEE ("BCC PANEL") FOUND THAT ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS DURING MARCH 2020, RBC SUBMITTED BLOCK TRADES IN CRUDE OIL AND NATURAL GAS FUTURES TO THE EXCHANGE OUTSIDE THE REPORTING TIME REQUIREMENTS, SUBMITTED INACCURATE BLOCK TRADE EXECUTION TIMES TO THE EXCHANGE ON ONE OR MORE OCCASION, AND ALSO FAILED TO PROPERLY ADVISE AND TRAIN ITS BROKERS AS TO RELEVANT EXCHANGE RULES AND MARKET REGULATION ADVISORY NOTICES ("MRANS") IN A MANNER SUFFICIENT TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH THE EXCHANGE'S BLOCK TRADE REPORTING RULES.
Sanction detail — filed text
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SETTLEMENT OFFER, THE BCC PANEL ORDERED RBCCM TO PAY A FINE TO THE EXCHANGE IN THE AMOUNT OF $45,000. THE PROCEEDS FROM FINES AND DISGORGEMENT HAVE BEEN ASSIGNED TO THE CHICAGO MERCANTILE EXCHANGE TRUST.
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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
No Information Filed
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 MERCANTILE EXCHANGE
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
07/26/2021
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
NYMEX 20-1311-BC
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC
6.
Principal Product Type:
Other
Other Product Types:
BLOCK TRADES
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
A PANEL OF THE NYMEX BUSINESS CONDUCT COMMITTEE ("BCC PANEL") FOUND THAT ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS DURING MARCH 2020, RBC
SUBMITTED BLOCK TRADES IN CRUDE OIL AND NATURAL GAS FUTURES TO THE EXCHANGE OUTSIDE THE REPORTING TIME REQUIREMENTS, SUBMITTED
INACCURATE BLOCK TRADE EXECUTION TIMES TO THE EXCHANGE ON ONE OR MORE OCCASION, AND ALSO FAILED TO PROPERLY ADVISE AND TRAIN
ITS BROKERS AS TO RELEVANT EXCHANGE RULES AND MARKET REGULATION ADVISORY NOTICES ("MRANS") IN A MANNER SUFFICIENT TO ENSURE
COMPLIANCE WITH THE EXCHANGE'S BLOCK TRADE REPORTING RULES.
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:
Settled
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
07/26/2021
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: $ 45,000.00
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:
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SETTLEMENT OFFER, THE BCC PANEL ORDERED RBCCM TO PAY A FINE TO THE EXCHANGE IN THE AMOUNT OF
$45,000. THE PROCEEDS FROM FINES AND DISGORGEMENT HAVE BEEN ASSIGNED TO THE CHICAGO MERCANTILE EXCHANGE TRUST.
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).regulatory · block 81PDF pages 242–244
- Regulator name — filed text
- VIRGINIA STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 10,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Settled
Action status / disposition — filed text
ON SEPTEMBER 8, 2021, RBC EXECUTED THE SETTLEMENT ORDER WHICH STATES THAT RBC NEITHER ADMITS NOR DENIES THE VIRGINIA STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION'S ALLEGATIONS.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE VIRGINIA STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION ALLEGED THAT, FROM DECEMBER 1, 2017 THROUGH NOVEMBER 27, 2020, RBC EMPLOYED AN INVESTMENT ADVISOR REPRESENTATIVE (IAR) WHO WAS REGISTERED IN THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA BUT NOT VIRGINIA AND THAT RBC FAILED TO ENFORCE ITS WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES REGARDING IAR REGISTRATION.
Sanction detail — filed text
$10,000 CIVIL PENALTY -- PAID BY CHECK ON 01/15/2021
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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 No Information Filed 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) VIRGINIA STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: $10,000 CIVIL PENALTY 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/04/2021 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: SEC-2021-00027 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): THE VIRGINIA STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION ALLEGED THAT, FROM DECEMBER 1, 2017 THROUGH NOVEMBER 27, 2020, RBC EMPLOYED AN INVESTMENT ADVISOR REPRESENTATIVE (IAR) WHO WAS REGISTERED IN THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA BUT NOT VIRGINIA AND THAT RBC FAILED TO ENFORCE ITS WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES REGARDING IAR REGISTRATION. 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: Settled 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 09/08/2021 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: $10,000 CIVIL PENALTY -- PAID BY CHECK ON 01/15/2021 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). ON SEPTEMBER 8, 2021, RBC EXECUTED THE SETTLEMENT ORDER WHICH STATES THAT RBC NEITHER ADMITS NOR DENIES THE VIRGINIA STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION'S ALLEGATIONS.
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- Regulator name — filed text
- FINRA
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 550,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO ESTABLISH, MAINTAIN, AND ENFORCE A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES (WSPS), REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH FINRA AND MUNICIPAL SECURITIES RULEMAKING BOARD (MSRB) RULES WITH RESPECT TO REPRESENTATIVES' RECOMMENDATIONS OF HIGH-YIELD CORPORATE AND MUNICIPAL BONDS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM'S POLICIES AND PROCEDURES DID NOT SUFFICIENTLY ADDRESS THE SUITABILITY FACTORS THAT REPRESENTATIVES SHOULD CONSIDER BEFORE RECOMMENDING HIGH-YIELD BONDS. THE PROCEDURES DID NOT INCLUDE GUIDANCE AS TO HOW MUCH OF A CUSTOMER'S PORTFOLIO SHOULD BE IN VESTED IN THESE PRODUCTS BASED ON THE CUSTOMER'S INVESTOR PROFILE. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM USED TWO AUTOMATED ALERTS, A DAILY ALERT AND A MONTHLY ALERT, TO IDENTIFY POTENTIALLY UNSUITABLE CONCENTRATIONS OF HIGH-YIELD BONDS IN CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS, BUT NEITHER ALERT FUNCTIONED AS INTENDED. AFTER THE FIRM CHANGED THE TAX CODING OF MUNICIPAL BONDS IN ITS SYSTEM, IT INADVERTENTLY DISABLED THE ABILITY OF THE HIGH-YIELD BOND ALERTS TO IDENTIFY POTENTIAL CONCENTRATION ISSUES FOR FURTHER ASSESSMENT. THE FIRM DID NOT DETECT THAT THESE ALERTS WERE NOT WORKING, IN PART, BECAUSE THE FIRM DID NOT TEST ITS ALERTS. ONCE THE FIRM FIRST DISCOVERED THAT THE ALERTS WERE DEFECTIVE, IT DID NOT FIX THE ALERTS UNTIL TEN MONTHS LATER. DURING THIS TEN-MONTH PERIOD, THE FIRM DID NOT ADOPT ALTERNATIVE MEASURES TO IDENTIFY POTENTIALLY UNSUITABLE CONCENTRATIONS IN HIGH-YIELD BONDS. THE FIRM ALSO DID NOT NOTIFY SUPERVISORS THAT THE ALERTS WERE NOT WORKING AS INTENDED AND THAT THEY COULD NOT RELY ON THE ALERTS FOR THEIR REVIEW. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM FAILED TO REVIEW MORE THAN 100 CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS WITH CONSERVATIVE PROFILES FOR POTENTIALLY UNSUITABLE CONCENTRATIONS OF HIGH-YIELD BONDS. IN A NUMBER OF THOSE ACCOUNTS, THE HOLDINGS IN HIGH-YIELD BONDS WERE MORE THAN SIX TIMES THE THRESHOLDS SET BY THE FIRM.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $550,000, AND ORDERED TO PAY $456,155, PLUS INTEREST, IN RESTITUTION TO CUSTOMERS.
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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 No Information Filed 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) FINRA 2. Principal Sanction: Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 12/15/2021 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2017054432703 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Debt - Corporate Other Product Types: DEBT - MUNICIPAL 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO ESTABLISH, MAINTAIN, AND ENFORCE A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES (WSPS), REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH FINRA AND MUNICIPAL SECURITIES RULEMAKING BOARD (MSRB) RULES WITH RESPECT TO REPRESENTATIVES' RECOMMENDATIONS OF HIGH-YIELD CORPORATE AND MUNICIPAL BONDS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM'S POLICIES AND PROCEDURES DID NOT SUFFICIENTLY ADDRESS THE SUITABILITY FACTORS THAT REPRESENTATIVES SHOULD CONSIDER BEFORE RECOMMENDING HIGH-YIELD BONDS. THE PROCEDURES DID NOT INCLUDE GUIDANCE AS TO HOW MUCH OF A CUSTOMER'S PORTFOLIO SHOULD BE IN VESTED IN THESE PRODUCTS BASED ON THE CUSTOMER'S INVESTOR PROFILE. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM USED TWO AUTOMATED ALERTS, A DAILY ALERT AND A MONTHLY ALERT, TO IDENTIFY POTENTIALLY UNSUITABLE CONCENTRATIONS OF HIGH-YIELD BONDS IN CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS, BUT NEITHER ALERT FUNCTIONED AS INTENDED. AFTER THE FIRM CHANGED THE TAX CODING OF MUNICIPAL BONDS IN ITS SYSTEM, IT INADVERTENTLY DISABLED THE ABILITY OF THE HIGH-YIELD BOND ALERTS TO IDENTIFY POTENTIAL CONCENTRATION ISSUES FOR FURTHER ASSESSMENT. THE FIRM DID NOT DETECT THAT THESE ALERTS WERE NOT WORKING, IN PART, BECAUSE THE FIRM DID NOT TEST ITS ALERTS. ONCE THE FIRM FIRST DISCOVERED THAT THE ALERTS WERE DEFECTIVE, IT DID NOT FIX THE ALERTS UNTIL TEN MONTHS LATER. DURING THIS TEN-MONTH PERIOD, THE FIRM DID NOT ADOPT ALTERNATIVE MEASURES TO IDENTIFY POTENTIALLY UNSUITABLE CONCENTRATIONS IN HIGH-YIELD BONDS. THE FIRM ALSO DID NOT NOTIFY SUPERVISORS THAT THE ALERTS WERE NOT WORKING AS INTENDED AND THAT THEY COULD NOT RELY ON THE ALERTS FOR THEIR REVIEW. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM FAILED TO REVIEW MORE THAN 100 CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS WITH CONSERVATIVE PROFILES FOR POTENTIALLY UNSUITABLE CONCENTRATIONS OF HIGH-YIELD BONDS. IN A NUMBER OF THOSE ACCOUNTS, THE HOLDINGS IN HIGH-YIELD BONDS WERE MORE THAN SIX TIMES THE THRESHOLDS SET BY THE FIRM. 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): 12/15/2021 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: $ 550,000.00 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $550,000, AND ORDERED TO PAY $456,155, PLUS INTEREST, IN RESTITUTION TO CUSTOMERS. 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).
regulatory · block 83PDF pages 246–248
- Regulator name — filed text
- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 650,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Action status / disposition — filed text
RBC HAS SUBMITTED AN OFFER OF SETTLEMENT, WHICH THE COMMISSION HAS DETERMINED TO ACCEPT. RBC WILLFULLY VIOLATED SECTIONS 17(A) (2) AND 17(A)(3) OF THE SECURITIES ACT. ACCORDINGLY, IT IS ORDERED THAT RESPONDENT CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTIONS 17(A)(2) AND 17(A)(3) OF THE SECURITIES ACT. RESPONDENT IS CENSURED AND SHALL PAY DISGORGEMENT OF $2,607,676 WITH PREJUDGMENT INTEREST OF $631,331, PLUS A CIVIL MONETARY PENALTY OF $650,000.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE COMMISSION FINDS THAT FROM AT LEAST JULY 2012 THROUGH AUGUST 2017 (THE "RELEVANT PERIOD"), RBC DISADVANTAGED CERTAIN RETIREMENT PLAN AND CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION BROKERAGE CUSTOMERS WHO MAINTAINED ACCOUNTS AT RBC ("ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS") BY FAILING TO ASCERTAIN THAT THEY WERE ELIGIBLE FOR A LESS EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASS, AND RECOMMENDING AND SELLING THEM MORE EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES IN CERTAIN OPEN-END REGISTERED INVESTMENT COMPANIES ("MUTUAL FUNDS") WHEN LESS EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES WERE AVAILABLE. RBC DID SO WITHOUT DISCLOSING THAT IT WOULD RECEIVE GREATER COMPENSATION FROM THE ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS' PURCHASES OF THE MORE EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES. ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS DID NOT HAVE SUFFICIENT INFORMATION TO UNDERSTAND THAT RBC HAD A CONFLICT OF INTEREST RESULTING FROM COMPENSATION IT RECEIVED FOR SELLING THE MORE EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES. SPECIFICALLY, RBC RECOMMENDED AND SOLD THESE ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS CLASS A SHARES WITH AN UP-FRONT SALES CHARGE, OR CLASS B OR CLASS C SHARES WITH A BACK-END CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGE ("CDSC") (A DEFERRED SALES CHARGE THE PURCHASER PAYS IF THE PURCHASER SELLS THE SHARES DURING A SPECIFIED TIME PERIOD FOLLOWING THE PURCHASE) AND HIGHER ONGOING FEES AND EXPENSES, WHEN THESE ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS WERE ELIGIBLE TO PURCHASE LOAD-WAIVED CLASS A AND/OR NO-LOAD CLASS R SHARES. RBC OMITTED MATERIAL INFORMATION CONCERNING ITS COMPENSATION WHEN IT RECOMMENDED THE MORE EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES. RBC ALSO DID NOT DISCLOSE THAT THE PURCHASE OF THE MORE EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES WOULD NEGATIVELY IMPACT THE OVERALL RETURN ON THE ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS' INVESTMENTS, IN LIGHT OF THE DIFFERENT FEE STRUCTURES FOR THE DIFFERENT FUND SHARE CLASSES. IN MAKING THOSE RECOMMENDATIONS OF MORE EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES WHILE OMITTING MATERIAL FACTS, RBC VIOLATED SECTIONS 17(A)(2) AND 17(A)(3) OF THE SECURITIES ACT. THESE PROVISIONS PROHIBIT, RESPECTIVELY, IN THE OFFER OR SALE OF SECURITIES, OBTAINING MONEY OR PROPERTY BY MEANS OF AN OMISSION TO STATE A MATERIAL FACT NECESSARY TO MAKE STATEMENTS MADE NOT MISLEADING, AND ENGAGING IN A COURSE OF BUSINESS WHICH OPERATES AS A FRAUD OR DECEIT ON THE PURCHASER. AS A RESULT OF THE CONDUCT DESCRIBED ABOVE, RBC WILLFULLY VIOLATED SECTIONS 17(A)(2) AND 17(A)(3) OF THE SECURITIES ACT.
Sanction detail — filed text
RESPONDENT SHALL CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTIONS 17(A)(2) AND 17(A)(3) OF THE SECURITIES ACT. RESPONDENT IS CENSURED AND SHALL PAY DISGORGEMENT OF $2,607,676 WITH PREJUDGMENT INTEREST OF $631,331, PLUS A CIVIL MONETARY PENALTY OF $650,000.
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
No Information Filed
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)
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
2.
Principal Sanction:
Cease and Desist
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
04/24/2020
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
3-19769
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Mutual Fund(s)
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
THE COMMISSION FINDS THAT FROM AT LEAST JULY 2012 THROUGH AUGUST 2017 (THE "RELEVANT PERIOD"), RBC DISADVANTAGED CERTAIN
RETIREMENT PLAN AND CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION BROKERAGE CUSTOMERS WHO MAINTAINED ACCOUNTS AT RBC ("ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS") BY
FAILING TO ASCERTAIN THAT THEY WERE ELIGIBLE FOR A LESS EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASS, AND RECOMMENDING AND SELLING THEM MORE EXPENSIVE
SHARE CLASSES IN CERTAIN OPEN-END REGISTERED INVESTMENT COMPANIES ("MUTUAL FUNDS") WHEN LESS EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES WERE
AVAILABLE. RBC DID SO WITHOUT DISCLOSING THAT IT WOULD RECEIVE GREATER COMPENSATION FROM THE ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS' PURCHASES OF
THE MORE EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES. ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS DID NOT HAVE SUFFICIENT INFORMATION TO UNDERSTAND THAT RBC HAD A CONFLICT
OF INTEREST RESULTING FROM COMPENSATION IT RECEIVED FOR SELLING THE MORE EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES. SPECIFICALLY, RBC RECOMMENDED
AND SOLD THESE ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS CLASS A SHARES WITH AN UP-FRONT SALES CHARGE, OR CLASS B OR CLASS C SHARES WITH A BACK-END
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGE ("CDSC") (A DEFERRED SALES CHARGE THE PURCHASER PAYS IF THE PURCHASER SELLS THE SHARES DURING A
SPECIFIED TIME PERIOD FOLLOWING THE PURCHASE) AND HIGHER ONGOING FEES AND EXPENSES, WHEN THESE ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS WERE
ELIGIBLE TO PURCHASE LOAD-WAIVED CLASS A AND/OR NO-LOAD CLASS R SHARES. RBC OMITTED MATERIAL INFORMATION CONCERNING ITS
COMPENSATION WHEN IT RECOMMENDED THE MORE EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES. RBC ALSO DID NOT DISCLOSE THAT THE PURCHASE OF THE MORE
EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES WOULD NEGATIVELY IMPACT THE OVERALL RETURN ON THE ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS' INVESTMENTS, IN LIGHT OF THE
DIFFERENT FEE STRUCTURES FOR THE DIFFERENT FUND SHARE CLASSES. IN MAKING THOSE RECOMMENDATIONS OF MORE EXPENSIVE SHARE CLASSES
WHILE OMITTING MATERIAL FACTS, RBC VIOLATED SECTIONS 17(A)(2) AND 17(A)(3) OF THE SECURITIES ACT. THESE PROVISIONS PROHIBIT,
RESPECTIVELY, IN THE OFFER OR SALE OF SECURITIES, OBTAINING MONEY OR PROPERTY BY MEANS OF AN OMISSION TO STATE A MATERIAL FACT
NECESSARY TO MAKE STATEMENTS MADE NOT MISLEADING, AND ENGAGING IN A COURSE OF BUSINESS WHICH OPERATES AS A FRAUD OR DECEIT ON
THE PURCHASER. AS A RESULT OF THE CONDUCT DESCRIBED ABOVE, RBC WILLFULLY VIOLATED SECTIONS 17(A)(2) AND 17(A)(3) OF THE SECURITIES
ACT.
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):
04/24/2020
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: $ 650,000.00
Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
Disgorgement/Restitution
Censure
Cease and Desist/Injunction
Bar
Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
PREJUDGMENT INTEREST ON DISGORGEMENT
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:
RESPONDENT SHALL CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTIONS 17(A)(2)
AND 17(A)(3) OF THE SECURITIES ACT. RESPONDENT IS CENSURED AND SHALL PAY DISGORGEMENT OF $2,607,676 WITH PREJUDGMENT
INTEREST OF $631,331, PLUS A CIVIL MONETARY PENALTY OF $650,000.
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).
RBC HAS SUBMITTED AN OFFER OF SETTLEMENT, WHICH THE COMMISSION HAS DETERMINED TO ACCEPT. RBC WILLFULLY VIOLATED SECTIONS 17(A)
(2) AND 17(A)(3) OF THE SECURITIES ACT. ACCORDINGLY, IT IS ORDERED THAT RESPONDENT CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY
VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTIONS 17(A)(2) AND 17(A)(3) OF THE SECURITIES ACT. RESPONDENT IS CENSURED AND SHALL PAY
DISGORGEMENT OF $2,607,676 WITH PREJUDGMENT INTEREST OF $631,331, PLUS A CIVIL MONETARY PENALTY OF $650,000.regulatory · block 84PDF pages 248–250
- Regulator name — filed text
- NYSE ARCA, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 15,300.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ("RBC", THE "FIRM", OR "RESPONDENT") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT RBC FAILED TO ACCURATELY RECORD THE ORDER RECEIPT AND/OR ORDER TRANSMISSION TIMES OF MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS IT HAD ROUTED TO FLOOR BROKERS AT THE EXCHANGE AND VARIOUS OTHER NATIONAL SECURITIES EXCHANGES FOR EXECUTION. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT RBC'S WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES (WSPS)AND SUPERVISORY SYSTEM APPLICABLE TO THE HANDLING OF MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS BY ITS GLOBAL EQUITY LINKED PRODUCTS DESK (THE GELP DESK) AND BY ITS WEALTH MANAGEMENT OPTIONS DESK (THE WM DESK) WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED. THAT IS, THEY WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH, AND TO DETECT AND PREVENT, INSOFAR AS PRACTICABLE, VIOLATIONS OF, THE APPLICABLE RECORDKEEPING PROVISIONS OF THE FEDERAL SECURITIES LAWS AND THE EXCHANGE RULES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $61,200, OF WHICH $15,300 IS PAYABLE TO THE EXCHANGE.
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
No Information Filed
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)
NYSE ARCA, INC.
2.
Principal Sanction:
Other
Other Sanctions:
N/A
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
12/02/2019
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
2016048771304
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Options
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ("RBC", THE "FIRM", OR "RESPONDENT") CONSENTED TO THE
SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT RBC FAILED TO ACCURATELY RECORD THE ORDER RECEIPT AND/OR ORDER TRANSMISSION TIMES OF
MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS IT HAD ROUTED TO FLOOR BROKERS AT THE EXCHANGE AND VARIOUS OTHER NATIONAL SECURITIES EXCHANGES FOR
EXECUTION. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT RBC'S WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES (WSPS)AND SUPERVISORY SYSTEM APPLICABLE TO THE
HANDLING OF MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS BY ITS GLOBAL EQUITY LINKED PRODUCTS DESK (THE GELP DESK) AND BY ITS WEALTH MANAGEMENT
OPTIONS DESK (THE WM DESK) WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED. THAT IS, THEY WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE
WITH, AND TO DETECT AND PREVENT, INSOFAR AS PRACTICABLE, VIOLATIONS OF, THE APPLICABLE RECORDKEEPING PROVISIONS OF THE FEDERAL
SECURITIES LAWS AND THE EXCHANGE RULES.
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):
12/02/2019
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: $ 15,300.00
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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $61,200, OF WHICH $15,300 IS PAYABLE TO THE EXCHANGE.
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).regulatory · block 85PDF pages 250–251
- Regulator name — filed text
- NASDAQ PHLX LLC
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 15,300.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ("RBC", THE "FIRM", OR "RESPONDENT") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT RBC FAILED TO ACCURATELY RECORD THE ORDER RECEIPT AND/OR ORDER TRANSMISSION TIMES OF MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS IT HAD ROUTED TO FLOOR BROKERS AT THE EXCHANGE AND VARIOUS OTHER NATIONAL SECURITIES EXCHANGES FOR EXECUTION. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT RBC'S WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES (WSPS) AND SUPERVISORY SYSTEM APPLICABLE TO THE HANDLING OF MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS BY ITS GLOBAL EQUITY LINKED PRODUCTS DESK (THE GELP DESK) AND BY ITS WEALTH MANAGEMENT OPTIONS DESK (THE WM DESK) WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED. THAT IS, THEY WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH, AND TO DETECT AND PREVENT, INSOFAR AS PRACTICABLE, VIOLATIONS OF, THE APPLICABLE RECORDKEEPING PROVISIONS OF THE FEDERAL SECURITIES LAWS AND THE EXCHANGE RULES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $61,200, OF WHICH $15,300 IS PAYABLE TO THE EXCHANGE.
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
No Information Filed
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)
NASDAQ PHLX LLC
2.
Principal Sanction:
Other
Other Sanctions:
N/A
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
12/02/2019
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
2016048771301
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Options
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ("RBC", THE "FIRM", OR "RESPONDENT") CONSENTED TO THE
SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT RBC FAILED TO ACCURATELY RECORD THE ORDER RECEIPT AND/OR ORDER TRANSMISSION TIMES OF
MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS IT HAD ROUTED TO FLOOR BROKERS AT THE EXCHANGE AND VARIOUS OTHER NATIONAL SECURITIES EXCHANGES FOR
EXECUTION. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT RBC'S WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES (WSPS) AND SUPERVISORY SYSTEM APPLICABLE TO THE
HANDLING OF MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS BY ITS GLOBAL EQUITY LINKED PRODUCTS DESK (THE GELP DESK) AND BY ITS WEALTH MANAGEMENT
OPTIONS DESK (THE WM DESK) WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED. THAT IS, THEY WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE
WITH, AND TO DETECT AND PREVENT, INSOFAR AS PRACTICABLE, VIOLATIONS OF, THE APPLICABLE RECORDKEEPING PROVISIONS OF THE FEDERAL
SECURITIES LAWS AND THE EXCHANGE RULES.
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):
12/02/2019
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: $ 15,300.00
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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $61,200, OF WHICH $15,300 IS PAYABLE TO THE EXCHANGE.
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).regulatory · block 86PDF pages 251–253
- Regulator name — filed text
- NASDAQ STOCK MARKET
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 37,500.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC (THE "FIRM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT DURING THE PERIOD FEBRUARY 14, 2017 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2017, THE FIRM VIOLATED NASDAQ RULES 4613(A), 3010 AND 2010A.
Sanction detail — filed text
TOTAL FINE WAS 37,500 AND WILL BE PAID BY DIRECT DEBIT IN THE NORMAL COURSE.
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 No Information Filed 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) NASDAQ STOCK MARKET 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: CENSURE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 03/31/2019 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: THE SURVEILLANCE IS RUN ON A QUARTERLY BASIS, THIS IS LIKELY THE LAST TIME THE ALERT WAS GENERATED FOR THE VIOLATIONS AT ISSUE. 4. Docket/Case Number: 2019.04.0041 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Equity Listed (Common & Preferred Stock) Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC (THE "FIRM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT DURING THE PERIOD FEBRUARY 14, 2017 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2017, THE FIRM VIOLATED NASDAQ RULES 4613(A), 3010 AND 2010A. 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): 10/29/2019 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: $ 37,500.00 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: TOTAL FINE WAS 37,500 AND WILL BE PAID BY DIRECT DEBIT IN THE NORMAL COURSE. 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).
regulatory · block 87PDF pages 253–255
- Regulator name — filed text
- NYSE AMERICAN LLC
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 250,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO CREATE, MAINTAIN, AND PRESERVE ACCURATE RECORDS OF MANUAL CUSTOMER ORDERS ROUTED TO THE NYSE AMERICAN OPTIONS FLOOR (THE "AMERICAN OPTIONS FLOOR"). THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO ACCURATELY MAKE AND KEEP CURRENT ORDER MEMORANDA REFLECTING THE PRICE AND TRANSMISSION TIMES FOR INSTITUTIONAL CUSTOMER ORDERS THAT IT ROUTED TO THE AMERICAN OPTIONS FLOOR. THESE INACCURACIES RESULTED FROM THE FACT THAT WHEN ROUTING ORDERS TO THE AMERICAN OPTIONS FLOOR, THE FIRM'S PROPRIETARY ORDER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM TRANSMITTED AS THE PRICE OF THE ORDERS A SNAPSHOT OF THE MARKET AT THE TIME, RATHER THAN THE ACTUAL PRICE AT WHICH THE FIRM WANTED TO TRADE. FIRM TRADERS WOULD THEN CONTACT NYSE AMERICAN FLOOR BROKERS THROUGH COMMUNICATION CHANNELS (SOME BUT NOT ALL OF WHICH IT HAS RETAINED) WITH THE TRUE PRICE ONCE IT HAD BEEN AGREED UPON WITH ITS INSTITUTIONAL CUSTOMER. HOWEVER, THE FIRM DID NOT MAKE OR KEEP CURRENT ORDER MEMORANDA OF THESE TRUE PRICES OR THE TIME AT WHICH IT TRANSMITTED THEM TO THE AMERICAN OPTIONS FLOOR FOR EXECUTION. SECOND, THE ELECTRONIC TRANSMISSION TIMES RECORDED BY THE FIRM AND PRODUCED TO NYSE REGULATION WERE INACCURATE. THIRD, THE FIRM ROUTINELY RECORDED MANUALLY RECEIVED INSTITUTIONAL CUSTOMER OPTIONS ORDERS AS HAVING A PRICE OF MKT, FOR MARKET ORDER, DESPITE THE FIRM HAVING AGREED TO A SPECIFIC PRICE WITH ITS INSTITUTIONAL CUSTOMER. THE FIRM FAILED TO MAKE OR KEEP CURRENT ORDER MEMORANDA REFLECTING THIS AGREED-UPON PRICE. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH ITS BOOKS AND RECORDS OBLIGATIONS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM FAILED TO MAINTAIN A REASONABLY DESIGNED SUPERVISORY SYSTEM TO ENSURE THE CREATION AND RETENTION OF ACCURATE RECORDS FOR MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS, INCLUDING: (I) THE PRICES OF ORDERS THAT IT TRANSMITTED TO THE AMERICAN OPTIONS FLOOR FOR EXECUTION; (II) THE TIME AT WHICH IT TRANSMITTED ORDERS TO THE AMERICAN OPTIONS FLOOR FOR EXECUTION; AND (III) THE PRICES OF THE ORDERS IT RECEIVED FROM ITS INSTITUTIONAL CUSTOMERS. THE FIRM FAILED TO REMEDY THE BOOKS AND RECORDS VIOLATIONS NOTED ABOVE DESPITE, AMONG OTHER THINGS, DISCUSSIONS WITH NYSE REGULATION IDENTIFYING POTENTIAL INACCURACIES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $250,000 AND REQUIRED TO CERTIFY THAT IT HAS CORRECTED THE DEFICIENCIES WITH ITS BOOKS AND RECORDS PROCEDURES.
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 No Information Filed 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) NYSE AMERICAN LLC 2. Principal Sanction: Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 10/11/2021 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2020-01-00098 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO CREATE, MAINTAIN, AND PRESERVE ACCURATE RECORDS OF MANUAL CUSTOMER ORDERS ROUTED TO THE NYSE AMERICAN OPTIONS FLOOR (THE "AMERICAN OPTIONS FLOOR"). THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO ACCURATELY MAKE AND KEEP CURRENT ORDER MEMORANDA REFLECTING THE PRICE AND TRANSMISSION TIMES FOR INSTITUTIONAL CUSTOMER ORDERS THAT IT ROUTED TO THE AMERICAN OPTIONS FLOOR. THESE INACCURACIES RESULTED FROM THE FACT THAT WHEN ROUTING ORDERS TO THE AMERICAN OPTIONS FLOOR, THE FIRM'S PROPRIETARY ORDER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM TRANSMITTED AS THE PRICE OF THE ORDERS A SNAPSHOT OF THE MARKET AT THE TIME, RATHER THAN THE ACTUAL PRICE AT WHICH THE FIRM WANTED TO TRADE. FIRM TRADERS WOULD THEN CONTACT NYSE AMERICAN FLOOR BROKERS THROUGH COMMUNICATION CHANNELS (SOME BUT NOT ALL OF WHICH IT HAS RETAINED) WITH THE TRUE PRICE ONCE IT HAD BEEN AGREED UPON WITH ITS INSTITUTIONAL CUSTOMER. HOWEVER, THE FIRM DID NOT MAKE OR KEEP CURRENT ORDER MEMORANDA OF THESE TRUE PRICES OR THE TIME AT WHICH IT TRANSMITTED THEM TO THE AMERICAN OPTIONS FLOOR FOR EXECUTION. SECOND, THE ELECTRONIC TRANSMISSION TIMES RECORDED BY THE FIRM AND PRODUCED TO NYSE REGULATION WERE INACCURATE. THIRD, THE FIRM ROUTINELY RECORDED MANUALLY RECEIVED INSTITUTIONAL CUSTOMER OPTIONS ORDERS AS HAVING A PRICE OF MKT, FOR MARKET ORDER, DESPITE THE FIRM HAVING AGREED TO A SPECIFIC PRICE WITH ITS INSTITUTIONAL CUSTOMER. THE FIRM FAILED TO MAKE OR KEEP CURRENT ORDER MEMORANDA REFLECTING THIS AGREED-UPON PRICE. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH ITS BOOKS AND RECORDS OBLIGATIONS. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM FAILED TO MAINTAIN A REASONABLY DESIGNED SUPERVISORY SYSTEM TO ENSURE THE CREATION AND RETENTION OF ACCURATE RECORDS FOR MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS, INCLUDING: (I) THE PRICES OF ORDERS THAT IT TRANSMITTED TO THE AMERICAN OPTIONS FLOOR FOR EXECUTION; (II) THE TIME AT WHICH IT TRANSMITTED ORDERS TO THE AMERICAN OPTIONS FLOOR FOR EXECUTION; AND (III) THE PRICES OF THE ORDERS IT RECEIVED FROM ITS INSTITUTIONAL CUSTOMERS. THE FIRM FAILED TO REMEDY THE BOOKS AND RECORDS VIOLATIONS NOTED ABOVE DESPITE, AMONG OTHER THINGS, DISCUSSIONS WITH NYSE REGULATION IDENTIFYING POTENTIAL INACCURACIES. 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): 10/11/2021 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: $ 250,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: UNDERTAKING 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $250,000 AND REQUIRED TO CERTIFY THAT IT HAS CORRECTED THE DEFICIENCIES WITH ITS BOOKS AND RECORDS PROCEDURES. 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).
regulatory · block 88PDF pages 255–257
- Regulator name — filed text
- CHICAGO MERCANTILE EXCHANGE, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 50,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Decision & Order of Offer of Settlement
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE CLEARING HOUSE RISK COMMITTEE OF THE CHICAGO MERCANTILE EXCHANGE ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM VIOLATED CME RULE 971.A.1.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS, AND THEREFORE WAS FINED $50,0000.
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 No Information Filed 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) CHICAGO MERCANTILE EXCHANGE, INC. 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/12/2020 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: Futures - Commodity Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): THE CLEARING HOUSE RISK COMMITTEE OF THE CHICAGO MERCANTILE EXCHANGE ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM VIOLATED CME RULE 971.A.1. 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: Decision & Order of Offer of Settlement 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 08/21/2020 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: $ 50,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction j 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: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS, AND THEREFORE WAS FINED $50,0000. 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).
regulatory · block 89PDF pages 257–259
- Regulator name — filed text
- THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 150,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Action status / disposition — filed text
RBC SUBMITTED AN OFFER OF SETTLEMENT, WHICH THE COMMISSION ACCEPTED AND PUBLISHED ON SEPTEMBER 17, 2021. THE SEC ORDER FOUND THAT AS A RESULT OF THE NEGLIGENT CONDUCT AND ITS WILLFUL VIOLATIONS OF MSRB RULES G-11(K), G-17 AND G-27, RBC WILLFULLY VIOLATED SECTION 15B(C)(1) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT. THE SEC ORDER FOUND THAT RBC ALSO CAUSED VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 15(A)(1) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT. THE SEC ORDERED THAT THE RBC CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTIONS 15(A)(1) AND 15B(C)(1) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT; IS CENSURED; SHALL PAY DISGORGEMENT OF $552,440, PREJUDGMENT INTEREST OF $160,886.97 ON DISGORGEMENT, AND A CIVIL MONEY PENALTY OF $150,000 TO THE COMMISSION. THE PAYMENTS WERE MADE BY RBC ON SEPTEMBER 22, 2021.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT IS ALLEGED THAT FROM 2014-2017, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS LLC ENGAGED IN IMPROPER CONDUCT IN CONNECTION WITH THE ALLOCATION, PURCHASE AND SALE OF CERTAIN NEW ISSUE MUNICIPAL BOND OFFERINGS IN VIOLATION OF INTERNAL PROCEDURES, AS WELL AS MSRB AND SEC RULES.
Sanction detail — filed text
DISGORGEMENT OF $552,440 PREJUDGMENT INTEREST OF $160,886.97 CIVIL MONEY PENALTY IN THE AMOUNT OF $150,000 ($37,500 TO THE MSRB AND $112,500 TO THE GENERAL FUND OF THE UNITED STATES TREASURY)
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 No Information Filed 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 SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION 2. Principal Sanction: Cease and Desist Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 09/17/2021 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 3-20568 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Debt - Municipal Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT IS ALLEGED THAT FROM 2014-2017, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS LLC ENGAGED IN IMPROPER CONDUCT IN CONNECTION WITH THE ALLOCATION, PURCHASE AND SALE OF CERTAIN NEW ISSUE MUNICIPAL BOND OFFERINGS IN VIOLATION OF INTERNAL PROCEDURES, AS WELL AS MSRB AND SEC RULES. 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): 09/17/2021 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: $ 150,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: PREJUDGMENT INTEREST ON DISGORGEMENT 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: DISGORGEMENT OF $552,440 PREJUDGMENT INTEREST OF $160,886.97 CIVIL MONEY PENALTY IN THE AMOUNT OF $150,000 ($37,500 TO THE MSRB AND $112,500 TO THE GENERAL FUND OF THE UNITED STATES TREASURY) 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). RBC SUBMITTED AN OFFER OF SETTLEMENT, WHICH THE COMMISSION ACCEPTED AND PUBLISHED ON SEPTEMBER 17, 2021. THE SEC ORDER FOUND THAT AS A RESULT OF THE NEGLIGENT CONDUCT AND ITS WILLFUL VIOLATIONS OF MSRB RULES G-11(K), G-17 AND G-27, RBC WILLFULLY VIOLATED SECTION 15B(C)(1) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT. THE SEC ORDER FOUND THAT RBC ALSO CAUSED VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 15(A)(1) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT. THE SEC ORDERED THAT THE RBC CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTIONS 15(A)(1) AND 15B(C)(1) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT; IS CENSURED; SHALL PAY DISGORGEMENT OF $552,440, PREJUDGMENT INTEREST OF $160,886.97 ON DISGORGEMENT, AND A CIVIL MONEY PENALTY OF $150,000 TO THE COMMISSION. THE PAYMENTS WERE MADE BY RBC ON SEPTEMBER 22, 2021.
regulatory · block 90CONVERGENT WEALTH ADVISORS, LLCPDF pages 259–261
- Advisory affiliate name — filed text
- CONVERGENT WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC
- Regulator name — filed text
- U.S. COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 800,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Settled
Action status / disposition — filed text
ON DECEMBER 19, 2016 CONVERGENT WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC AGREED TO A CIVIL MONETARY PENALTY WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS IN THE ORDER OF SETTLEMENT OF $800,000 ISSUED BY THE U.S. COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION ARISING OUT OF WITH THE FRAUDULENT OMISSIONS AND FALSE STATEMENTS OF AN EMPLOYEE RELATED TO THE EMPLOYEE'S OUTSIDE BUSINESS ACTIVITIES. THE EMPLOYEE IS NO LONGER WITH CONVERGENT WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
ON DECEMBER 19, 2016 CONVERGENT WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC AGREED TO A CIVIL MONETARY PENALTY WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS IN THE ORDER OF SETTLEMENT OF $800,000 ISSUED BY THE U.S. COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION ARISING OUT OF WITH THE FRAUDULENT OMISSIONS AND FALSE STATEMENTS OF AN EMPLOYEE RELATED TO THE EMPLOYEE'S OUTSIDE BUSINESS ACTIVITIES. THE EMPLOYEE IS NO LONGER WITH CONVERGENT WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC.
Sanction detail — filed text
ON DECEMBER 19, 2016 CONVERGENT WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC AGREED TO A CIVIL MONETARY PENALTY WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS IN THE ORDER OF SETTLEMENT OF $800,000 ISSUED BY THE U.S. COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION ARISING OUT OF WITH THE FRAUDULENT OMISSIONS AND FALSE STATEMENTS OF AN EMPLOYEE RELATED TO THE EMPLOYEE'S OUTSIDE BUSINESS ACTIVITIES. THE EMPLOYEE IS NO LONGER WITH CONVERGENT WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC.
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: 143719 This advisory affiliate is a Firm an Individual Registered: Yes No Name: CONVERGENT WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC (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) U.S. COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 12/19/2016 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: CFTC DOCKET NO. 17-02 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Futures - Commodity Other Product Types: ON DECEMBER 19, 2016 CONVERGENT WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC AGREED TO A CIVIL MONETARY PENALTY WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS IN THE ORDER OF SETTLEMENT OF $800,000 ISSUED BY THE U.S. COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION ARISING OUT OF WITH THE FRAUDULENT OMISSIONS AND FALSE STATEMENTS OF AN EMPLOYEE RELATED TO THE EMPLOYEE'S OUTSIDE BUSINESS ACTIVITIES. THE EMPLOYEE IS NO LONGER WITH CONVERGENT WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC. 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): ON DECEMBER 19, 2016 CONVERGENT WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC AGREED TO A CIVIL MONETARY PENALTY WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS IN THE ORDER OF SETTLEMENT OF $800,000 ISSUED BY THE U.S. COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION ARISING OUT OF WITH THE FRAUDULENT OMISSIONS AND FALSE STATEMENTS OF AN EMPLOYEE RELATED TO THE EMPLOYEE'S OUTSIDE BUSINESS ACTIVITIES. THE EMPLOYEE IS NO LONGER WITH CONVERGENT WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC. 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: Settled 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 12/19/2016 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: $ 800,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: ON DECEMBER 19, 2016 CONVERGENT WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC AGREED TO A CIVIL MONETARY PENALTY WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS IN THE ORDER OF SETTLEMENT OF $800,000 ISSUED BY THE U.S. COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION ARISING OUT OF WITH THE FRAUDULENT OMISSIONS AND FALSE STATEMENTS OF AN EMPLOYEE RELATED TO THE EMPLOYEE'S OUTSIDE BUSINESS ACTIVITIES. THE EMPLOYEE IS NO LONGER WITH CONVERGENT WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC. 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 DECEMBER 19, 2016 CONVERGENT WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC AGREED TO A CIVIL MONETARY PENALTY WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS IN THE ORDER OF SETTLEMENT OF $800,000 ISSUED BY THE U.S. COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION ARISING OUT OF WITH THE FRAUDULENT OMISSIONS AND FALSE STATEMENTS OF AN EMPLOYEE RELATED TO THE EMPLOYEE'S OUTSIDE BUSINESS ACTIVITIES. THE EMPLOYEE IS NO LONGER WITH CONVERGENT WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC. 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). ON DECEMBER 19, 2016 CONVERGENT WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC AGREED TO A CIVIL MONETARY PENALTY WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS IN THE ORDER OF SETTLEMENT OF $800,000 ISSUED BY THE U.S. COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION ARISING OUT OF WITH THE FRAUDULENT OMISSIONS AND FALSE STATEMENTS OF AN EMPLOYEE RELATED TO THE EMPLOYEE'S OUTSIDE BUSINESS ACTIVITIES. THE EMPLOYEE IS NO LONGER WITH CONVERGENT WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC.
regulatory · block 91PDF pages 261–262
- Regulator name — filed text
- NASDAQ STOCK MARKET - THE NASDAQ OPTIONS MARKET LLC
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 15,300.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ("RBC", THE "FIRM", OR "RESPONDENT") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT RBC FAILED TO ACCURATELY RECORD THE ORDER RECEIPT AND/OR ORDER TRANSMISSION TIMES OF MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS IT HAD ROUTED THE NASDAQ OPTIONS MARKET AND VARIOUS OTHER NATIONAL SECURITIES EXCHANGES FOR EXECUTION. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT RBC'S WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES (WSPS)AND SUPERVISORY SYSTEM APPLICABLE TO THE HANDLING OF MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS BY ITS GLOBAL EQUITY LINKED PRODUCTS DESK (THE GELP DESK) AND BY ITS WEALTH MANAGEMENT OPTIONS DESK (THE WM DESK) WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED. THAT IS, THEY WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH, AND TO DETECT AND PREVENT VIOLATIONS OF, THE APPLICABLE RECORDKEEPING PROVISIONS OF THE FEDERAL SECURITIES LAWS AND THE EXCHANGE RULES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $61,200, OF WHICH $15,300 IS PAYABLE TO THE EXCHANGE.
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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
No Information Filed
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)
NASDAQ STOCK MARKET - THE NASDAQ OPTIONS MARKET LLC
2.
Principal Sanction:
Other
Other Sanctions:
N/A
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
12/02/2019
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
2016048771302
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Options
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ("RBC", THE "FIRM", OR "RESPONDENT") CONSENTED TO THE
SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT RBC FAILED TO ACCURATELY RECORD THE ORDER RECEIPT AND/OR ORDER TRANSMISSION TIMES OF
MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS IT HAD ROUTED THE NASDAQ OPTIONS MARKET AND VARIOUS OTHER NATIONAL SECURITIES EXCHANGES FOR EXECUTION.
THE FINDINGS STATED THAT RBC'S WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES (WSPS)AND SUPERVISORY SYSTEM APPLICABLE TO THE HANDLING OF
MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS BY ITS GLOBAL EQUITY LINKED PRODUCTS DESK (THE GELP DESK) AND BY ITS WEALTH MANAGEMENT OPTIONS DESK (THE
WM DESK) WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED. THAT IS, THEY WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH, AND TO DETECT
AND PREVENT VIOLATIONS OF, THE APPLICABLE RECORDKEEPING PROVISIONS OF THE FEDERAL SECURITIES LAWS AND THE EXCHANGE RULES.
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):
12/02/2019
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: $ 15,300.00
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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $61,200, OF WHICH $15,300 IS PAYABLE TO THE EXCHANGE.
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).regulatory · block 92PDF pages 262–264
- Regulator name — filed text
- CBOE BZX EXCHANGE, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 9,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ("RBC", THE "FIRM", OR "RESPONDENT") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT RBC FAILED TO ACCURATELY RECORD THE ORDER RECEIPT AND/OR ORDER TRANSMISSION TIMES OF MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS IT HAD ROUTED TO FLOOR BROKERS AT THE EXCHANGE AND VARIOUS OTHER NATIONAL SECURITIES EXCHANGES FOR EXECUTION. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT RBC'S WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES (WSPS)AND SUPERVISORY SYSTEM APPLICABLE TO THE HANDLING OF MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS BY ITS GLOBAL EQUITY LINKED PRODUCTS DESK (THE GELP DESK) AND BY ITS WEALTH MANAGEMENT OPTIONS DESK (THE WM DESK) WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED. THAT IS, THEY WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH, AND TO DETECT AND PREVENT VIOLATIONS OF, THE APPLICABLE RECORDKEEPING PROVISIONS OF THE FEDERAL SECURITIES LAWS AND THE EXCHANGE RULES.
Sanction detail — filed text
A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $9,000
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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
No Information Filed
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)
CBOE BZX EXCHANGE, INC.
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
10/23/2019
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
STAR NO. 20160487713, FILE NO. USE-1710
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Options
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ("RBC", THE "FIRM", OR "RESPONDENT") CONSENTED TO THE
SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT RBC FAILED TO ACCURATELY RECORD THE ORDER RECEIPT AND/OR ORDER TRANSMISSION TIMES OF
MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS IT HAD ROUTED TO FLOOR BROKERS AT THE EXCHANGE AND VARIOUS OTHER NATIONAL SECURITIES EXCHANGES FOR
EXECUTION. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT RBC'S WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES (WSPS)AND SUPERVISORY SYSTEM APPLICABLE TO THE
HANDLING OF MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS BY ITS GLOBAL EQUITY LINKED PRODUCTS DESK (THE GELP DESK) AND BY ITS WEALTH MANAGEMENT
OPTIONS DESK (THE WM DESK) WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED. THAT IS, THEY WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE
WITH, AND TO DETECT AND PREVENT VIOLATIONS OF, THE APPLICABLE RECORDKEEPING PROVISIONS OF THE FEDERAL SECURITIES LAWS AND THE
EXCHANGE RULES.
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:
Consent
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
10/23/2019
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: $ 9,000.00
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:
A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $9,000
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).regulatory · block 93PDF pages 264–266
- Regulator name — filed text
- NYSE AMERICAN LLC
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 15,300.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ("RBC", THE "FIRM", OR "RESPONDENT") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT RBC FAILED TO ACCURATELY RECORD THE ORDER RECEIPT AND/OR ORDER TRANSMISSION TIMES OF MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS IT HAD ROUTED TO FLOOR BROKERS AT THE EXCHANGE AND VARIOUS OTHER NATIONAL SECURITIES EXCHANGES FOR EXECUTION. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT RBC'S WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES (WSPS)AND SUPERVISORY SYSTEM APPLICABLE TO THE HANDLING OF MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS BY ITS GLOBAL EQUITY LINKED PRODUCTS DESK (THE GELP DESK) AND BY ITS WEALTH MANAGEMENT OPTIONS DESK (THE WM DESK) WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED. THAT IS, THEY WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH, AND TO DETECT AND PREVENT VIOLATIONS OF, THE APPLICABLE RECORDKEEPING PROVISIONS OF THE FEDERAL SECURITIES LAWS AND THE EXCHANGE RULES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $61,200, OF WHICH $15,300 IS PAYABLE TO THE EXCHANGE.
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
No Information Filed
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)
NYSE AMERICAN LLC
2.
Principal Sanction:
Other
Other Sanctions:
N/A
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
12/02/2019
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
2016048771303
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Options
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ("RBC", THE "FIRM", OR "RESPONDENT") CONSENTED TO THE
SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT RBC FAILED TO ACCURATELY RECORD THE ORDER RECEIPT AND/OR ORDER TRANSMISSION TIMES OF
MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS IT HAD ROUTED TO FLOOR BROKERS AT THE EXCHANGE AND VARIOUS OTHER NATIONAL SECURITIES EXCHANGES FOR
EXECUTION. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT RBC'S WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES (WSPS)AND SUPERVISORY SYSTEM APPLICABLE TO THE
HANDLING OF MANUAL OPTIONS ORDERS BY ITS GLOBAL EQUITY LINKED PRODUCTS DESK (THE GELP DESK) AND BY ITS WEALTH MANAGEMENT
OPTIONS DESK (THE WM DESK) WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED. THAT IS, THEY WERE NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE
WITH, AND TO DETECT AND PREVENT VIOLATIONS OF, THE APPLICABLE RECORDKEEPING PROVISIONS OF THE FEDERAL SECURITIES LAWS AND THE
EXCHANGE RULES.
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):
12/02/2019
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: $ 15,300.00
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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED A TOTAL OF $61,200, OF WHICH $15,300 IS PAYABLE TO THE EXCHANGE.
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).regulatory · block 94PDF pages 266–268
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINRA
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 2,600,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO REPORT, AND INACCURATELY REPORTED, OVER-THE-COUNTER (OTC) OPTIONS POSITIONS TO THE LARGE OPTIONS POSITIONS REPORTING SYSTEM (LOPR). THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THESE VIOLATIONS WERE CAUSED BY ERRORS IN THE REPORTING LOGIC OF THE FIRM'S INTERNAL RISK SYSTEM THAT IT USED TO COMPILE AND SUBMIT OTC LOPR REPORTS AND IT REMAINED UNDETECTED FOR YEARS. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM REASONABLY DESIGNED TO COMPLY WITH ITS LOPR REPORTING OBLIGATIONS. THE FIRM USED SUPERVISORY SYSTEMS TO DETECT INACCURATE LOPR REPORTS. THOSE SYSTEMS WERE NOT DESIGNED TO DETECT, AND IN FACT DID NOT DETECT, INSTANCES WHERE THE FIRM FAILED TO REPORT OTC OPTIONS POSITIONS TO THE LOPR. FURTHER, THE FIRM HAD NO SYSTEM TO REVIEW WHETHER CONTRACT QUANTITIES WERE REPORTED ACCURATELY. IN ADDITION, THE FIRM'S WSPS IDENTIFIED FIRM PRINCIPALS WHO WERE RESPONSIBLE FOR CONDUCTING SUPERVISORY REVIEWS OF THE FIRM'S LOPR REPORTS, BUT THESE PROCEDURES DID NOT PROVIDE ANY GUIDANCE OR SET FORTH A PROCESS FOR HOW THESE PRINCIPALS SHOULD DETECT INSTANCES WHERE THE FIRM FAILED TO REPORT OTC OPTIONS POSITIONS TO THE LOPR OR TO CONFIRM THE ACCURACY OF REPORTED CONTRACT QUANTITIES. ULTIMATELY, THE FIRM IMPLEMENTED MULTIPLE NEW SURVEILLANCE REPORTS AND PROCEDURES TO DETERMINE WHETHER ITS REPORTABLE OTC POSITIONS HAD BEEN REPORTED AND WERE ACCURATE.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $2,600,000.
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 No Information Filed 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) FINRA 2. Principal Sanction: Other Other Sanctions: N/A 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 12/29/2021 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2017054718901 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: Options Other Product Types: OTC OPTIONS 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO REPORT, AND INACCURATELY REPORTED, OVER-THE-COUNTER (OTC) OPTIONS POSITIONS TO THE LARGE OPTIONS POSITIONS REPORTING SYSTEM (LOPR). THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THESE VIOLATIONS WERE CAUSED BY ERRORS IN THE REPORTING LOGIC OF THE FIRM'S INTERNAL RISK SYSTEM THAT IT USED TO COMPILE AND SUBMIT OTC LOPR REPORTS AND IT REMAINED UNDETECTED FOR YEARS. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM REASONABLY DESIGNED TO COMPLY WITH ITS LOPR REPORTING OBLIGATIONS. THE FIRM USED SUPERVISORY SYSTEMS TO DETECT INACCURATE LOPR REPORTS. THOSE SYSTEMS WERE NOT DESIGNED TO DETECT, AND IN FACT DID NOT DETECT, INSTANCES WHERE THE FIRM FAILED TO REPORT OTC OPTIONS POSITIONS TO THE LOPR. FURTHER, THE FIRM HAD NO SYSTEM TO REVIEW WHETHER CONTRACT QUANTITIES WERE REPORTED ACCURATELY. IN ADDITION, THE FIRM'S WSPS IDENTIFIED FIRM PRINCIPALS WHO WERE RESPONSIBLE FOR CONDUCTING SUPERVISORY REVIEWS OF THE FIRM'S LOPR REPORTS, BUT THESE PROCEDURES DID NOT PROVIDE ANY GUIDANCE OR SET FORTH A PROCESS FOR HOW THESE PRINCIPALS SHOULD DETECT INSTANCES WHERE THE FIRM FAILED TO REPORT OTC OPTIONS POSITIONS TO THE LOPR OR TO CONFIRM THE ACCURACY OF REPORTED CONTRACT QUANTITIES. ULTIMATELY, THE FIRM IMPLEMENTED MULTIPLE NEW SURVEILLANCE REPORTS AND PROCEDURES TO DETERMINE WHETHER ITS REPORTABLE OTC POSITIONS HAD BEEN REPORTED AND WERE ACCURATE. 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): 12/31/2021 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: $ 2,600,000.00 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $2,600,000. 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).
regulatory · block 95PDF pages 268–270
- Regulator name — filed text
- CBOE BZX EXCHANGE, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 25,500.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Settled
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
FROM IN OR ABOUT AUGUST 2015 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020 (THE "REVIEW PERIOD"), THE FIRM ENTERED APPROXIMATELY 36,122,470 ORDERS ON BZX MARKED WITH THE PRINCIPAL CAPACITY CODE WHEN THEY SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE AGENCY 3 CAPACITY CODE. ADDITIONALLY, DURING THE REVIEW PERIOD, THE FIRM ENTERED APPROXIMATELY 13,068,439 ORDERS ON BZX MARKED WITH THE AGENCY CAPACITY CODE WHEN THEY SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE PRINCIPAL CAPACITY CODE. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM'S BOOKS AND RECORDS CONTAINED INACCURATE INFORMATION AS TO THE CORRECT CAPACITY ON EACH ORDER.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM HAS BEEN CENSURED AND PAID A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,500.
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 No Information Filed 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) CBOE BZX EXCHANGE, INC. 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 02/17/2022 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: NO. USRI-9864-05 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): FROM IN OR ABOUT AUGUST 2015 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020 (THE "REVIEW PERIOD"), THE FIRM ENTERED APPROXIMATELY 36,122,470 ORDERS ON BZX MARKED WITH THE PRINCIPAL CAPACITY CODE WHEN THEY SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE AGENCY 3 CAPACITY CODE. ADDITIONALLY, DURING THE REVIEW PERIOD, THE FIRM ENTERED APPROXIMATELY 13,068,439 ORDERS ON BZX MARKED WITH THE AGENCY CAPACITY CODE WHEN THEY SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE PRINCIPAL CAPACITY CODE. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM'S BOOKS AND RECORDS CONTAINED INACCURATE INFORMATION AS TO THE CORRECT CAPACITY ON EACH ORDER. 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: Settled 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 02/17/2022 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: $ 25,500.00 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: THE FIRM HAS BEEN CENSURED AND PAID A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,500. 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).
regulatory · block 96PDF pages 270–271
- Regulator name — filed text
- CBOE BYX EXCHANGE, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 8,500.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Settled
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
FROM IN OR ABOUT AUGUST 2015 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020 (THE "REVIEW PERIOD"), THE FIRM ENTERED APPROXIMATELY 217,214 ORDERS ON BYX MARKED WITH THE AGENCY CAPACITY CODE WHEN THEY SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE PRINCIPAL CAPACITY CODE. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM'S BOOKS AND RECORDS CONTAINED INACCURATE INFORMATION AS TO THE CORRECT CAPACITY ON EACH ORDER.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM HAS BEEN CENSURED AND PAID A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $8,500.
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 No Information Filed 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) CBOE BYX EXCHANGE, INC. 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 02/17/2022 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: NO. USRI-9864-06 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): FROM IN OR ABOUT AUGUST 2015 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020 (THE "REVIEW PERIOD"), THE FIRM ENTERED APPROXIMATELY 217,214 ORDERS ON BYX MARKED WITH THE AGENCY CAPACITY CODE WHEN THEY SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE PRINCIPAL CAPACITY CODE. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM'S BOOKS AND RECORDS CONTAINED INACCURATE INFORMATION AS TO THE CORRECT CAPACITY ON EACH ORDER. 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: Settled 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 02/17/2022 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: $ 8,500.00 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: THE FIRM HAS BEEN CENSURED AND PAID A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $8,500. 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).
regulatory · block 97PDF pages 271–273
- Regulator name — filed text
- CBOE EDGX EXCHANGE, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 25,500.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Settled
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
FROM IN OR ABOUT AUG 2015 THRU NOV 2020("REVIEW PERIOD"),THE FIRM ENTERED APPROX.35,507,601 ORDERS ON EDGX MARKED WITH THE PRIN CAPACITY CODE WHEN THEY SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE AGENCY CAPACITY CODE.ADDITIONALLY, DURING THE REVIEW PERIOD,THE FIRM ENTERED APPROX.13,039,931 ORDERS ON EDGX MARKED WITH THE AGENCY CAPACITY CODE WHEN THEY SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE PRIN CAPACITY CODE.AS A RESULT,THE FIRM'S BOOKS AND RECORDS CONTAINED INACCURATE INFORMATION AS TO THE CORRECT CAPACITY ON EACH ORDER.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM HAS BEEN CENSURED AND PAID A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,500.
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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
No Information Filed
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)
CBOE EDGX EXCHANGE, INC.
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
02/17/2022
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
NO. USRI-9864-07
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC
6.
Principal Product Type:
No Product
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
FROM IN OR ABOUT AUG 2015 THRU NOV 2020("REVIEW PERIOD"),THE FIRM ENTERED APPROX.35,507,601 ORDERS ON EDGX MARKED WITH THE PRIN
CAPACITY CODE WHEN THEY SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE AGENCY CAPACITY CODE.ADDITIONALLY, DURING THE REVIEW PERIOD,THE FIRM
ENTERED APPROX.13,039,931 ORDERS ON EDGX MARKED WITH THE AGENCY CAPACITY CODE WHEN THEY SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE PRIN
CAPACITY CODE.AS A RESULT,THE FIRM'S BOOKS AND RECORDS CONTAINED INACCURATE INFORMATION AS TO THE CORRECT CAPACITY ON EACH
ORDER.
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:
Settled
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
02/17/2022
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: $ 25,500.00
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:
THE FIRM HAS BEEN CENSURED AND PAID A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,500.
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).regulatory · block 98PDF pages 273–275
- Regulator name — filed text
- CBOE EDGA EXCHANGE, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 25,500.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Settled
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
FROM IN OR ABOUT AUG 2015 - NOV 2020(THE "REVIEW PERIOD"),THE FIRM ENTERED APPROX 31,079,479 ORDERS ON EDGA MARKED WITH THE PRIN CAPACITY CODE WHEN THEY SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE AGENCY CAPACITY CODE.ADDITIONALLY,DURING THE REVIEW PERIOD, THE FIRM ENTERED APPROX 10,293,131 ORDERS ON EDGA MARKED WITH THE AGENCY CAPACITY CODE WHEN THEY SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE PRIN CAPACITY CODE.AS A RESULT,THE FIRM'S BOOKS AND RECORDS CONTAINED INACCURATE INFORMATION AS TO THE CORRECT CAPACITY ON EACH ORDER.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM HAS BEEN CENSURED AND PAID A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,500.
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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 No Information Filed 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) CBOE EDGA EXCHANGE, INC. 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 02/17/2022 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: NO. USRI-9864-08 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): FROM IN OR ABOUT AUG 2015 - NOV 2020(THE "REVIEW PERIOD"),THE FIRM ENTERED APPROX 31,079,479 ORDERS ON EDGA MARKED WITH THE PRIN CAPACITY CODE WHEN THEY SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE AGENCY CAPACITY CODE.ADDITIONALLY,DURING THE REVIEW PERIOD, THE FIRM ENTERED APPROX 10,293,131 ORDERS ON EDGA MARKED WITH THE AGENCY CAPACITY CODE WHEN THEY SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE PRIN CAPACITY CODE.AS A RESULT,THE FIRM'S BOOKS AND RECORDS CONTAINED INACCURATE INFORMATION AS TO THE CORRECT CAPACITY ON EACH ORDER. 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: Settled 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 02/17/2022 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: $ 25,500.00 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: THE FIRM HAS BEEN CENSURED AND PAID A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,500. 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).
regulatory · block 99PDF pages 275–276
- Regulator name — filed text
- LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 250.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Settled
Action status / disposition — filed text
FORM BD AMENDMENTS WHICH WERE SUBMITTED AND ON FILE WITH FINRA WERE NOT UPLOADED TO INSURANCE NATIONAL INSURANCE PRODUCER REGISTRY ATTACHMENT WHAREHOUSE IN A TIMELY MANNER.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC. FAILED TO TIMELY REPORT ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS IN VIOLATION OF L.A.R.S 22:1563(A).
Sanction detail — filed text
FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $250.00.
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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 No Information Filed 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) LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 12/10/2021 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: N/A 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC. FAILED TO TIMELY REPORT ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS IN VIOLATION OF L.A.R.S 22:1563(A). 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: Settled 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 12/10/2021 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: $ 250.00 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: FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $250.00. 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). FORM BD AMENDMENTS WHICH WERE SUBMITTED AND ON FILE WITH FINRA WERE NOT UPLOADED TO INSURANCE NATIONAL INSURANCE PRODUCER REGISTRY ATTACHMENT WHAREHOUSE IN A TIMELY MANNER.
regulatory · block 100CITY NATIONAL ROCHDALEPDF pages 277–279
- Advisory affiliate name — filed text
- CITY NATIONAL ROCHDALE
Action status / disposition — filed text
DRP Pages
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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: 117198 This advisory affiliate is a Firm an Individual Registered: Yes No Name: CITY NATIONAL ROCHDALE (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) 2. Principal Sanction: Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 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): 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). DRP Pages
regulatory · block 1PDF pages 279–280
- Regulator name — filed text
- CBOE EXCHANGE, INC
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 90,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC VIOLATED CBOE RULES 4.1 AND 6.9 IN THAT THE FIRM BY AND THROUGH ITS ASSOCIATED PERSON ENTERED AN ORDER IN THE SAME OPTIONS CLASS PRIOR TO THE PUBLIC DISCLOSURE OF THE ORIGINAL CUSTOMER ORDER'S TERMS AND CONDITIONS.
Sanction detail — filed text
RBC RECEIVED A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $90,000.
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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 No Information Filed 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) CBOE EXCHANGE, INC 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/07/2022 Exact Explanation p If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: FILE NO. USRI-9504-01/URE-27-01/STAR NO. 20190639291-01 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: Options Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC VIOLATED CBOE RULES 4.1 AND 6.9 IN THAT THE FIRM BY AND THROUGH ITS ASSOCIATED PERSON ENTERED AN ORDER IN THE SAME OPTIONS CLASS PRIOR TO THE PUBLIC DISCLOSURE OF THE ORIGINAL CUSTOMER ORDER'S TERMS AND CONDITIONS. 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: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/07/2022 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: $ 90,000.00 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: RBC RECEIVED A CENSURE AND A MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $90,000. 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).
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- Regulator name — filed text
- FINRA
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 360,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO HAVE IN PLACE A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WSPS, REASONABLY DESIGNED TO TIMELY REVIEW PAPER STATEMENTS FROM EMPLOYEES' OUTSIDE BROKERAGE ACCOUNTS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM HAD NO PRESCRIBED TIMEFRAME TO TRACK, RECONCILE, AND REVIEW STATEMENTS. DUE TO THE MANUAL NATURE OF THE PAPER STATEMENT REVIEW PROCESS, PERSONNEL TURNOVER, AND OUTDATED TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS, THE FIRM HAD A BACKLOG OF APPROXIMATELY 8,950 UNREVIEWED ACCOUNT STATEMENTS. IN ADDITION, THE FIRM MANUALLY TRACKED RECEIPT OF PAPER STATEMENTS, HAD NO SYSTEM IN PLACE TO NOTIFY THE FIRM OR EMPLOYEES THAT STATEMENTS WERE MISSING, AND HAD NO PROCEDURE FOR FOLLOWING UP ON MISSING STATEMENTS. IN SOME INSTANCES, THE FIRM DID NOT RECEIVE PAPER STATEMENTS FOR REVIEW. IN ADDITION, THE FIRM'S PROCESS TO REVIEW PAPER STATEMENTS WAS NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM FAILED TO TIMELY OR REASONABLY MONITOR THOUSANDS OF EMPLOYEE OUTSIDE BROKERAGE ACCOUNT STATEMENTS FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FIRM'S TRADING RESTRICTIONS, INCLUDING PRE-CLEARANCE, HOLDING PERIOD, AND WATCH AND RESTRICTED LIST POLICIES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $360,000.
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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 No Information Filed 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) FINRA 2. Principal Sanction: Other Other Sanctions: N/A 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 10/31/2022 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2020067000501 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO HAVE IN PLACE A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WSPS, REASONABLY DESIGNED TO TIMELY REVIEW PAPER STATEMENTS FROM EMPLOYEES' OUTSIDE BROKERAGE ACCOUNTS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM HAD NO PRESCRIBED TIMEFRAME TO TRACK, RECONCILE, AND REVIEW STATEMENTS. DUE TO THE MANUAL NATURE OF THE PAPER STATEMENT REVIEW PROCESS, PERSONNEL TURNOVER, AND OUTDATED TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS, THE FIRM HAD A BACKLOG OF APPROXIMATELY 8,950 UNREVIEWED ACCOUNT STATEMENTS. IN ADDITION, THE FIRM MANUALLY TRACKED RECEIPT OF PAPER STATEMENTS, HAD NO SYSTEM IN PLACE TO NOTIFY THE FIRM OR EMPLOYEES THAT STATEMENTS WERE MISSING, AND HAD NO PROCEDURE FOR FOLLOWING UP ON MISSING STATEMENTS. IN SOME INSTANCES, THE FIRM DID NOT RECEIVE PAPER STATEMENTS FOR REVIEW. IN ADDITION, THE FIRM'S PROCESS TO REVIEW PAPER STATEMENTS WAS NOT REASONABLY DESIGNED. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM FAILED TO TIMELY OR REASONABLY MONITOR THOUSANDS OF EMPLOYEE OUTSIDE BROKERAGE ACCOUNT STATEMENTS FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FIRM'S TRADING RESTRICTIONS, INCLUDING PRE-CLEARANCE, HOLDING PERIOD, AND WATCH AND RESTRICTED LIST POLICIES. 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): 10/31/2022 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: $ 360,000.00 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $360,000. 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).
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- Regulator name — filed text
- FINRA
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 300,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH ITS SUITABILITY OBLIGATIONS IN CONNECTION WITH SYNDICATE PREFERRED STOCK. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT WHILE THE FIRM'S PROCEDURES CALLED FOR SUPERVISORS TO CLOSELY EXAMINE REPRESENTATIVES' SHORT-TERM TRADING OF PREFERRED STOCKS, THE FIRM'S ELECTRONIC SURVEILLANCE OF SHORT-TERM TRADING IN PREFERRED STOCK WAS UNREASONABLY DESIGNED, AND IT FAILED TO MONITOR FOR THAT ACTIVITY. ALTHOUGH THE SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM HAD CERTAIN ALERTS THAT SPECIFICALLY MONITORED FOR SHORT-TERM TRADING IN OTHER PRODUCTS, SUCH AS CLOSED-END FUNDS, IT DID NOT HAVE ANY ALERTS THAT SPECIFICALLY MONITORED FOR SHORT-TERM TRADING IN PREFERRED STOCK. THE FIRM ALSO DID NOT HAVE ANY OTHER ALERTS THAT FLAGGED THE PURCHASE AND SALE WITHIN 180 DAYS OF SYNDICATE PREFERRED STOCK. REGISTERED REPRESENTATIVES AT THE FIRM RECOMMENDED A NUMBER OF THE FIRM'S RETAIL CUSTOMERS PURCHASE SYNDICATE PREFERRED STOCKS, AND THEN SELL THE POSITIONS WITHIN 180 DAYS, AND THE CUSTOMERS SUSTAINED LOSSES ON THESE TRANSACTIONS. THE FIRM EARNED $653,313 IN SELLING CONCESSIONS FROM THE SYNDICATE PURCHASES AND $128,643 IN SALES COMMISSIONS FROM THE SUBSEQUENT SALES. THE FIRM CONDUCTED A SUBSTANTIAL SYNDICATE PREFERRED STOCK BUSINESS YET DID NOT MAINTAIN A REASONABLE SUPERVISORY SYSTEM TO MONITOR WHETHER ITS REPRESENTATIVES RECOMMENDED SHORT-TERM TRADING OF SYNDICATE PREFERRED SECURITIES THAT WAS UNSUITABLE, INCLUDING FOR THE PURPOSE OF CAPTURING SALES CONCESSIONS AND COMMISSIONS. WHILE THE FIRM'S PROCEDURES CALLED FOR SUPERVISORS TO CLOSELY EXAMINE WHETHER BROKERS WERE ENGAGING IN SHORT-TERM TRADING OF PREFERRED STOCKS, THE FIRM DID NOT IMPLEMENT A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM REASONABLY DESIGNED TO MONITOR FOR THAT TRADING ACTIVITY. THE FIRM USED ITS AUTOMATED SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM TO MONITOR TRADING, BUT EMPLOYED NO ALERTS SPECIFIC TO PREFERRED STOCKS, AND ITS MORE GENERAL ALERTS WERE NOT SUFFICIENTLY REASONABLY TAILORED TO MONITOR FOR POTENTIALLY UNSUITABLE SHORT-TERM TRADING OF PREFERRED STOCK.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $300,000, ORDERED TO PAY $128,643.17, PLUS INTEREST, IN RESTITUTION TO CUSTOMERS, ORDERED TO PAY $653,312.83, PLUS INTEREST, IN DISGORGEMENT, AND REQUIRED TO CERTIFY THAT IT HAS REMEDIATED THE ISSUES IDENTIFIED IN THIS AWC AND IMPLEMENTED A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WSPS, REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH FINRA RULE 3110 REGARDING THE ISSUES IDENTIFIED IN THIS AWC.
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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 No Information Filed 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) FINRA 2. Principal Sanction: Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 04/14/2023 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2019061442501 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Equity Listed (Common & Preferred Stock) Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH ITS SUITABILITY OBLIGATIONS IN CONNECTION WITH SYNDICATE PREFERRED STOCK. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT WHILE THE FIRM'S PROCEDURES CALLED FOR SUPERVISORS TO CLOSELY EXAMINE REPRESENTATIVES' SHORT-TERM TRADING OF PREFERRED STOCKS, THE FIRM'S ELECTRONIC SURVEILLANCE OF SHORT-TERM TRADING IN PREFERRED STOCK WAS UNREASONABLY DESIGNED, AND IT FAILED TO MONITOR FOR THAT ACTIVITY. ALTHOUGH THE SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM HAD CERTAIN ALERTS THAT SPECIFICALLY MONITORED FOR SHORT-TERM TRADING IN OTHER PRODUCTS, SUCH AS CLOSED-END FUNDS, IT DID NOT HAVE ANY ALERTS THAT SPECIFICALLY MONITORED FOR SHORT-TERM TRADING IN PREFERRED STOCK. THE FIRM ALSO DID NOT HAVE ANY OTHER ALERTS THAT FLAGGED THE PURCHASE AND SALE WITHIN 180 DAYS OF SYNDICATE PREFERRED STOCK. REGISTERED REPRESENTATIVES AT THE FIRM RECOMMENDED A NUMBER OF THE FIRM'S RETAIL CUSTOMERS PURCHASE SYNDICATE PREFERRED STOCKS, AND THEN SELL THE POSITIONS WITHIN 180 DAYS, AND THE CUSTOMERS SUSTAINED LOSSES ON THESE TRANSACTIONS. THE FIRM EARNED $653,313 IN SELLING CONCESSIONS FROM THE SYNDICATE PURCHASES AND $128,643 IN SALES COMMISSIONS FROM THE SUBSEQUENT SALES. THE FIRM CONDUCTED A SUBSTANTIAL SYNDICATE PREFERRED STOCK BUSINESS YET DID NOT MAINTAIN A REASONABLE SUPERVISORY SYSTEM TO MONITOR WHETHER ITS REPRESENTATIVES RECOMMENDED SHORT-TERM TRADING OF SYNDICATE PREFERRED SECURITIES THAT WAS UNSUITABLE, INCLUDING FOR THE PURPOSE OF CAPTURING SALES CONCESSIONS AND COMMISSIONS. WHILE THE FIRM'S PROCEDURES CALLED FOR SUPERVISORS TO CLOSELY EXAMINE WHETHER BROKERS WERE ENGAGING IN SHORT-TERM TRADING OF PREFERRED STOCKS, THE FIRM DID NOT IMPLEMENT A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM REASONABLY DESIGNED TO MONITOR FOR THAT TRADING ACTIVITY. THE FIRM USED ITS AUTOMATED SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM TO MONITOR TRADING, BUT EMPLOYED NO ALERTS SPECIFIC TO PREFERRED STOCKS, AND ITS MORE GENERAL ALERTS WERE NOT SUFFICIENTLY REASONABLY TAILORED TO MONITOR FOR POTENTIALLY UNSUITABLE SHORT-TERM TRADING OF PREFERRED STOCK. 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): 04/14/2023 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: $ 300,000.00 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $300,000, ORDERED TO PAY $128,643.17, PLUS INTEREST, IN RESTITUTION TO CUSTOMERS, ORDERED TO PAY $653,312.83, PLUS INTEREST, IN DISGORGEMENT, AND REQUIRED TO CERTIFY THAT IT HAS REMEDIATED THE ISSUES IDENTIFIED IN THIS AWC AND IMPLEMENTED A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WSPS, REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH FINRA RULE 3110 REGARDING THE ISSUES IDENTIFIED IN THIS AWC. 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).
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- Regulator name — filed text
- NYSE AMERICAN LLC
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 10,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM ("RBCCM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT VIOLATED: (I) NYSE AMERICAN RULE 7.33E BY SUBMITTING OVER 151,000 PRINCIPAL ORDERS INCORRECTLY MARKED AS AGENCY ORDERS TO NYSE AMERICAN FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020; AND (II) NYSE AMERICAN RULES 3110(A) AND 3110(B) BY FAILING TO HAVE A REASONABLY DESIGNED SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES, TO COMPLY WITH ITS CAPACITY CODE OBLIGATIONS DURING THE PERIOD FROM AUGUST 2015 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020. DURING THE PERIOD FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020, THE FIRM INCORRECTLY ENTERED OVER 151,000 ORDERS INTO THE NYSE AMERICAN MARKETPLACE MARKED WITH THE "AGENCY" CAPACITY CODE WHEN THE ORDERS SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE "PRINCIPAL" CAPACITY CODE DUE TO A CODING ERROR IMPACTING A FIRM TRADING PLATFORM (THE "OMS") THAT FLIPPED THE REPORTED CAPACITY FROM PRINCIPAL TO AGENCY. FROM AUGUST 2015 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020, RBCCM DID NOT HAVE A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM OR WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES IN PLACE THAT WERE REASONABLY DESIGNED TO CONFIRM THAT CLIENT ORDERS WERE CODED WITH ACCURATE CAPACITIES AND THUS ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH NYSE AMERICAN RULES REQUIRING THAT ORDERS SUBMITTED TO THE EXCHANGE ARE MARKED WITH ACCURATE AGENCY OR PRINCIPAL CAPACITY CODES. SPECIFICALLY, DURING THE PERIOD FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020, A FIELD WITHIN THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REPORT COVERING THE OMS WAS NOT CORRECTLY POPULATED, RESULTING IN "NULL" VALUES THAT PREVENTED THE GENERATION OF ALERTS FOR INCORRECT CAPACITY CODES. THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REVIEW WAS THEREFORE NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY FOR A PERIOD OF NEARLY SIX MONTHS. ADDITIONALLY, FROM AUGUST 2015 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020, THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REVIEW FAILED TO INCLUDE DATA FROM ANOTHER OF ITS TRADING PLATFORMS, RESULTING IN A FAILURE TO DETECT ONGOING CAPACITY CODE VIOLATIONS THAT IMPACTED THIS TRADING PLATFORM FOR A PERIOD OF MORE THAN FIVE YEARS.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $10,000 (RESOLVED SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH SIMILAR MATTERS FOR A TOTAL FINE OF $650,000).
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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
No Information Filed
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)
NYSE AMERICAN LLC
2.
Principal Sanction:
Other
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
06/05/2023
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
2022-03-17-00037
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Other
Other Product Types:
PRINCIPAL/AGENCY ORDERS
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM ("RBCCM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT
VIOLATED: (I) NYSE AMERICAN RULE 7.33E BY SUBMITTING OVER 151,000 PRINCIPAL ORDERS INCORRECTLY MARKED AS AGENCY ORDERS TO NYSE
AMERICAN FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020; AND (II) NYSE AMERICAN RULES 3110(A) AND 3110(B) BY FAILING TO HAVE A REASONABLY
DESIGNED SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES, TO COMPLY WITH ITS CAPACITY CODE OBLIGATIONS DURING THE
PERIOD FROM AUGUST 2015 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020. DURING THE PERIOD FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020, THE FIRM INCORRECTLY
ENTERED OVER 151,000 ORDERS INTO THE NYSE AMERICAN MARKETPLACE MARKED WITH THE "AGENCY" CAPACITY CODE WHEN THE ORDERS SHOULD
HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE "PRINCIPAL" CAPACITY CODE DUE TO A CODING ERROR IMPACTING A FIRM TRADING PLATFORM (THE "OMS") THAT
FLIPPED THE REPORTED CAPACITY FROM PRINCIPAL TO AGENCY. FROM AUGUST 2015 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020, RBCCM DID NOT HAVE A
SUPERVISORY SYSTEM OR WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES IN PLACE THAT WERE REASONABLY DESIGNED TO CONFIRM THAT CLIENT ORDERS
WERE CODED WITH ACCURATE CAPACITIES AND THUS ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH NYSE AMERICAN RULES REQUIRING THAT ORDERS SUBMITTED TO
THE EXCHANGE ARE MARKED WITH ACCURATE AGENCY OR PRINCIPAL CAPACITY CODES. SPECIFICALLY, DURING THE PERIOD FROM OCTOBER 2019
THROUGH MARCH 2020, A FIELD WITHIN THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REPORT COVERING THE OMS WAS NOT CORRECTLY POPULATED, RESULTING IN
"NULL" VALUES THAT PREVENTED THE GENERATION OF ALERTS FOR INCORRECT CAPACITY CODES. THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REVIEW WAS
THEREFORE NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY FOR A PERIOD OF NEARLY SIX MONTHS. ADDITIONALLY, FROM AUGUST 2015 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020, THE
FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REVIEW FAILED TO INCLUDE DATA FROM ANOTHER OF ITS TRADING PLATFORMS, RESULTING IN A FAILURE TO DETECT ONGOING
CAPACITY CODE VIOLATIONS THAT IMPACTED THIS TRADING PLATFORM FOR A PERIOD OF MORE THAN FIVE YEARS.
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):
06/05/2023
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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $10,000 (RESOLVED SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH SIMILAR MATTERS FOR A TOTAL FINE OF $650,000).
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).regulatory · block 5PDF pages 286–288
- Regulator name — filed text
- NYSE CHICAGO, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 5,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM ("RBCCM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT DURING THE PERIOD FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020, IT INCORRECTLY ENTERED 2,384 ORDERS INTO THE NYSE CHICAGO MARKETPLACE MARKED WITH THE "AGENCY" CAPACITY CODE WHEN THE ORDERS SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE "PRINCIPAL" CAPACITY CODE DUE TO A CODING ERROR IMPACTING A FIRM TRADING PLATFORM (THE "OMS") THAT FLIPPED THE REPORTED CAPACITY FROM PRINCIPAL TO AGENCY. THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REVIEW FAILED TO DETECT THAT THESE ORDERS WERE BEING ENTERED WITH AN INCORRECT CAPACITY CODE BECAUSE IT WAS NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. SPECIFICALLY, A FIELD WITHIN THE SURVEILLANCE REPORT COVERING THE OMS WAS NOT CORRECTLY POPULATED, RESULTING IN "NULL" VALUES THAT PREVENTED THE GENERATION OF ALERTS FOR INCORRECT CAPACITY CODES. ADDITIONALLY, FROM AUGUST 2015 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020, THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REVIEW FAILED TO INCLUDE DATA FROM ANOTHER OF THE FIRM'S TRADING PLATFORMS, RESULTING IN A FAILURE TO DETECT ONGOING CAPACITY CODE VIOLATIONS THAT IMPACTED THIS TRADING PLATFORM FOR A PERIOD OF MORE THAN FIVE YEARS. AS DISCUSSED ABOVE, A CODING ERROR IMPACTING THE OMS RESULTED IN THE FIRM INCORRECTLY ENTERING 2,384 ORDERS INTO THE NYSE CHICAGO MARKETPLACE MARKED WITH THE "AGENCY" CAPACITY CODE WHEN THE ORDERS SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE "PRINCIPAL" CAPACITY CODE DURING THE PERIOD FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020. ACCORDINGLY, THE FIRM VIOLATED NYSE CHICAGO RULE 7.33. FROM AUGUST 2015 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020, RBCCM DID NOT HAVE A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM OR WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES IN PLACE THAT WERE REASONABLY DESIGNED TO CONFIRM THAT CLIENT ORDERS WERE CODED WITH ACCURATE CAPACITIES AND THUS ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH NYSE CHICAGO RULES REQUIRING THAT ORDERS SUBMITTED TO THE EXCHANGE ARE MARKED WITH ACCURATE CAPACITY CODES. THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY REVIEW DESIGNED TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH ITS ORDER MARKING OBLIGATIONS WAS NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY FOR A PERIOD OF NEARLY SIX MONTHS FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020, RESULTING IN A FAILURE TO DETECT THAT ORDERS SUBMITTED TO THE EXCHANGE WERE BEING ENTERED WITH INCORRECT CAPACITY CODES. ADDITIONALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY REVIEW FAILED TO INCLUDE DATA FROM ANOTHER FIRM TRADING PLATFORM, RESULTING IN A FAILURE TO DETECT ONGOING CAPACITY CODE VIOLATIONS THAT IMPACTED THIS TRADING PLATFORM FOR A PERIOD OF MORE THAN FIVE YEARS. ACCORDINGLY, THE FIRM VIOLATED NYSE CHICAGO ARTICLE 6, RULES 5(A) AND 5(C).
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $5,000 (RESOLVED SIMULTANEOUSLY FOR SIMILAR MATTERS WITH OTHER EXCHANGES FOR A TOTAL FINE OF $650,000.)
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
No Information Filed
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)
NYSE CHICAGO, INC.
2.
Principal Sanction:
Other
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
06/05/2023
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
2022-03-17-00037
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Other
Other Product Types:
PRINCIPAL/AGENCY ORDERS
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM ("RBCCM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT DURING
THE PERIOD FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020, IT INCORRECTLY ENTERED 2,384 ORDERS INTO THE NYSE CHICAGO MARKETPLACE MARKED
WITH THE "AGENCY" CAPACITY CODE WHEN THE ORDERS SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE "PRINCIPAL" CAPACITY CODE DUE TO A CODING
ERROR IMPACTING A FIRM TRADING PLATFORM (THE "OMS") THAT FLIPPED THE REPORTED CAPACITY FROM PRINCIPAL TO AGENCY. THE FIRM'S
SURVEILLANCE REVIEW FAILED TO DETECT THAT THESE ORDERS WERE BEING ENTERED WITH AN INCORRECT CAPACITY CODE BECAUSE IT WAS NOT
FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. SPECIFICALLY, A FIELD WITHIN THE SURVEILLANCE REPORT COVERING THE OMS WAS NOT CORRECTLY POPULATED,
RESULTING IN "NULL" VALUES THAT PREVENTED THE GENERATION OF ALERTS FOR INCORRECT CAPACITY CODES. ADDITIONALLY, FROM AUGUST 2015
THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020, THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REVIEW FAILED TO INCLUDE DATA FROM ANOTHER OF THE FIRM'S TRADING PLATFORMS,
RESULTING IN A FAILURE TO DETECT ONGOING CAPACITY CODE VIOLATIONS THAT IMPACTED THIS TRADING PLATFORM FOR A PERIOD OF MORE THAN
FIVE YEARS. AS DISCUSSED ABOVE, A CODING ERROR IMPACTING THE OMS RESULTED IN THE FIRM INCORRECTLY ENTERING 2,384 ORDERS INTO THE
NYSE CHICAGO MARKETPLACE MARKED WITH THE "AGENCY" CAPACITY CODE WHEN THE ORDERS SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE "PRINCIPAL"
CAPACITY CODE DURING THE PERIOD FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020. ACCORDINGLY, THE FIRM VIOLATED NYSE CHICAGO RULE 7.33.
FROM AUGUST 2015 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020, RBCCM DID NOT HAVE A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM OR WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES IN PLACE
THAT WERE REASONABLY DESIGNED TO CONFIRM THAT CLIENT ORDERS WERE CODED WITH ACCURATE CAPACITIES AND THUS ENSURE COMPLIANCE
WITH NYSE CHICAGO RULES REQUIRING THAT ORDERS SUBMITTED TO THE EXCHANGE ARE MARKED WITH ACCURATE CAPACITY CODES. THE FIRM'S
SUPERVISORY REVIEW DESIGNED TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH ITS ORDER MARKING OBLIGATIONS WAS NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY FOR A PERIOD
OF NEARLY SIX MONTHS FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020, RESULTING IN A FAILURE TO DETECT THAT ORDERS SUBMITTED TO THE
EXCHANGE WERE BEING ENTERED WITH INCORRECT CAPACITY CODES. ADDITIONALLY, THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY REVIEW FAILED TO INCLUDE DATA
FROM ANOTHER FIRM TRADING PLATFORM, RESULTING IN A FAILURE TO DETECT ONGOING CAPACITY CODE VIOLATIONS THAT IMPACTED THIS TRADING
PLATFORM FOR A PERIOD OF MORE THAN FIVE YEARS. ACCORDINGLY, THE FIRM VIOLATED NYSE CHICAGO ARTICLE 6, RULES 5(A) AND 5(C).
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):
06/05/2023
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: $ 5,000.00
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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $5,000 (RESOLVED SIMULTANEOUSLY FOR SIMILAR MATTERS WITH OTHER EXCHANGES FOR A TOTAL FINE
OF $650,000.)
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).regulatory · block 6PDF pages 288–290
- Regulator name — filed text
- NYSE ARCA, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 75,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM ("RBCCM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT DURING THE PERIOD BETWEEN AUGUST 2015 AND NOVEMBER 2020 (THE "RELEVANT PERIOD"), IT VIOLATED: (I) NYSE ARCA RULE 7.33-E1 BY SUBMITTING OVER 665,000 AGENCY ORDERS INCORRECTLY MARKED AS PRINCIPAL ORDERS AND OVER 12.1 MILLION PRINCIPAL ORDERS INCORRECTLY MARKED AS AGENCY ORDERS TO NYSE ARCA; AND (II) NYSE ARCA RULES 11.18(B) AND 11.18(C) BY FAILING TO HAVE A REASONABLY DESIGNED SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES, TO COMPLY WITH ITS CAPACITY CODE OBLIGATIONS. DURING THE RELEVANT PERIOD, TWO DISTINCT ISSUES INVOLVING TWO DIFFERENT FIRM TRADING PLATFORMS RESULTED IN RBCCM INCORRECTLY MARKING CERTAIN PRINCIPAL ORDERS AS AGENCY AND CERTAIN AGENCY ORDERS AS PRINCIPAL. FIRST, DURING THE PERIOD FROM AUGUST 2015 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020, A FAILURE TO UPDATE RELEVANT ACCOUNT TYPE CODE SETTINGS ON A FIRM TRADING PLATFORM ("OMS #1") RESULTED IN THE FIRM INCORRECTLY ENTERING: (I) OVER 11.7 MILLION ORDERS INTO THE NYSE ARCA MARKETPLACE MARKED WITH THE "AGENCY" CAPACITY CODE WHEN THE ORDERS SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE "PRINCIPAL" CAPACITY CODE; AND (II) OVER 665,000 ORDERS INTO THE NYSE ARCA MARKETPLACE MARKED WITH THE "PRINCIPAL" CAPACITY CODE WHEN THE ORDERS SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE "AGENCY" CAPACITY CODE. SECOND, DURING THE PERIOD FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020, THE FIRM INCORRECTLY ENTERED OVER 398,000 ORDERS INTO THE NYSE ARCA MARKETPLACE MARKED WITH THE "AGENCY" CAPACITY CODE WHEN THE ORDERS SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE "PRINCIPAL" CAPACITY CODE DUE TO A CODING ERROR IMPACTING A DIFFERENT FIRM TRADING PLATFORM ("OMS #2") THAT FLIPPED THE REPORTED CAPACITY FROM PRINCIPAL TO AGENCY. DURING THE RELEVANT PERIOD, RBCCM DID NOT HAVE A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM OR WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES IN PLACE THAT WERE REASONABLY DESIGNED TO CONFIRM THAT CLIENT ORDERS WERE CODED WITH ACCURATE CAPACITIES AND THUS ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH NYSE ARCA RULES REQUIRING THAT ORDERS SUBMITTED TO NYSE ARCA ARE MARKED WITH ACCURATE AGENCY OR PRINCIPAL CAPACITY CODES. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REVIEW FAILED TO INCLUDE DATA FROM OMS #1 DURING THE ENTIRETY OF THE RELEVANT PERIOD, RESULTING IN A FAILURE TO DETECT THE ONGOING CAPACITY CODE VIOLATIONS THAT IMPACTED THIS TRADING PLATFORM FOR A PERIOD OF MORE THAN FIVE YEARS. ADDITIONALLY, DURING THE PERIOD FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020, A FIELD WITHIN THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REPORT COVERING OMS #2 WAS NOT CORRECTLY POPULATED, RESULTING IN "NULL" VALUES THAT PREVENTED THE GENERATION OF ALERTS FOR INCORRECT CAPACITY CODES. THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REVIEW WAS THEREFORE NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY FOR A PERIOD OF NEARLY SIX MONTHS.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $75,000 (RESOLVED SIMULTANEOUSLY FOR SIMILAR MATTERS WITH OTHER EXCHANGES FOR A TOTAL FINE OF $650,000).
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
No Information Filed
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)
NYSE ARCA, INC.
2.
Principal Sanction:
Other
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
06/05/2023
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
2022-03-17-00037
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Other
Other Product Types:
AGENCY/PRINCIPAL ORDERS
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM ("RBCCM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT DURING
THE PERIOD BETWEEN AUGUST 2015 AND NOVEMBER 2020 (THE "RELEVANT PERIOD"), IT VIOLATED: (I) NYSE ARCA RULE 7.33-E1 BY SUBMITTING
OVER 665,000 AGENCY ORDERS INCORRECTLY MARKED AS PRINCIPAL ORDERS AND OVER 12.1 MILLION PRINCIPAL ORDERS INCORRECTLY MARKED AS
AGENCY ORDERS TO NYSE ARCA; AND (II) NYSE ARCA RULES 11.18(B) AND 11.18(C) BY FAILING TO HAVE A REASONABLY DESIGNED SUPERVISORY
SYSTEM, INCLUDING WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES, TO COMPLY WITH ITS CAPACITY CODE OBLIGATIONS. DURING THE RELEVANT PERIOD, TWO
DISTINCT ISSUES INVOLVING TWO DIFFERENT FIRM TRADING PLATFORMS RESULTED IN RBCCM INCORRECTLY MARKING CERTAIN PRINCIPAL ORDERS
AS AGENCY AND CERTAIN AGENCY ORDERS AS PRINCIPAL. FIRST, DURING THE PERIOD FROM AUGUST 2015 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020, A FAILURE TO
UPDATE RELEVANT ACCOUNT TYPE CODE SETTINGS ON A FIRM TRADING PLATFORM ("OMS #1") RESULTED IN THE FIRM INCORRECTLY ENTERING: (I)
OVER 11.7 MILLION ORDERS INTO THE NYSE ARCA MARKETPLACE MARKED WITH THE "AGENCY" CAPACITY CODE WHEN THE ORDERS SHOULD HAVE
BEEN MARKED WITH THE "PRINCIPAL" CAPACITY CODE; AND (II) OVER 665,000 ORDERS INTO THE NYSE ARCA MARKETPLACE MARKED WITH THE
"PRINCIPAL" CAPACITY CODE WHEN THE ORDERS SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE "AGENCY" CAPACITY CODE. SECOND, DURING THE PERIOD
FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020, THE FIRM INCORRECTLY ENTERED OVER 398,000 ORDERS INTO THE NYSE ARCA MARKETPLACE MARKED
WITH THE "AGENCY" CAPACITY CODE WHEN THE ORDERS SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE "PRINCIPAL" CAPACITY CODE DUE TO A CODING
ERROR IMPACTING A DIFFERENT FIRM TRADING PLATFORM ("OMS #2") THAT FLIPPED THE REPORTED CAPACITY FROM PRINCIPAL TO AGENCY. DURING
THE RELEVANT PERIOD, RBCCM DID NOT HAVE A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM OR WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES IN PLACE THAT WERE REASONABLY
DESIGNED TO CONFIRM THAT CLIENT ORDERS WERE CODED WITH ACCURATE CAPACITIES AND THUS ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH NYSE ARCA RULES
REQUIRING THAT ORDERS SUBMITTED TO NYSE ARCA ARE MARKED WITH ACCURATE AGENCY OR PRINCIPAL CAPACITY CODES. SPECIFICALLY, THE
FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REVIEW FAILED TO INCLUDE DATA FROM OMS #1 DURING THE ENTIRETY OF THE RELEVANT PERIOD, RESULTING IN A FAILURE TO
DETECT THE ONGOING CAPACITY CODE VIOLATIONS THAT IMPACTED THIS TRADING PLATFORM FOR A PERIOD OF MORE THAN FIVE YEARS.
ADDITIONALLY, DURING THE PERIOD FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020, A FIELD WITHIN THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REPORT COVERING
OMS #2 WAS NOT CORRECTLY POPULATED, RESULTING IN "NULL" VALUES THAT PREVENTED THE GENERATION OF ALERTS FOR INCORRECT CAPACITY
CODES. THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REVIEW WAS THEREFORE NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY FOR A PERIOD OF NEARLY SIX MONTHS.
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):
06/05/2023
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: $ 75,000.00
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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $75,000 (RESOLVED SIMULTANEOUSLY FOR SIMILAR MATTERS WITH OTHER EXCHANGES FOR A TOTAL FINE
OF $650,000).
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).regulatory · block 7PDF pages 290–292
- Regulator name — filed text
- NYSE NATIONAL, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 15,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM ("RBCCM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT VIOLATED: (I) NYSE NATIONAL RULE 7.33 BY SUBMITTING OVER 401,000 PRINCIPAL ORDERS INCORRECTLY MARKED AS AGENCY ORDERS TO NYSE NATIONAL FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020; AND (II) NYSE NATIONAL RULES 11.3.2 AND 11.5.1 BY FAILING TO HAVE A REASONABLY DESIGNED SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES, TO COMPLY WITH ITS CAPACITY CODE OBLIGATIONS DURING THE PERIOD FROM MAY 2018 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020. DURING THE PERIOD FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020, THE FIRM INCORRECTLY ENTERED OVER 401,000 ORDERS INTO THE NYSE NATIONAL MARKETPLACE MARKED WITH THE "AGENCY" CAPACITY CODE WHEN THE ORDERS SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE "PRINCIPAL" CAPACITY CODE DUE TO A CODING ERROR IMPACTING A FIRM TRADING PLATFORM (THE "OMS") THAT FLIPPED THE REPORTED CAPACITY FROM PRINCIPAL TO AGENCY. FROM MAY 2018 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020, RBCCM DID NOT HAVE A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM OR WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES IN PLACE THAT WERE REASONABLY DESIGNED TO CONFIRM THAT CLIENT ORDERS WERE CODED WITH ACCURATE CAPACITIES AND THUS ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH NYSE AMERICAN RULES REQUIRING THAT ORDERS SUBMITTED TO THE EXCHANGE ARE MARKED WITH ACCURATE AGENCY OR PRINCIPAL CAPACITY CODES. SPECIFICALLY, DURING THE PERIOD FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020, A FIELD WITHIN THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REPORT COVERING THE OMS WAS NOT CORRECTLY POPULATED, RESULTING IN "NULL" VALUES THAT PREVENTED THE GENERATION OF ALERTS FOR INCORRECT CAPACITY CODES. THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REVIEW WAS THEREFORE NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY FOR A PERIOD OF NEARLY SIX MONTHS. ADDITIONALLY, FROM MAY 2018 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020, THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REVIEW FAILED TO INCLUDE DATA FROM ANOTHER OF ITS TRADING PLATFORMS, RESULTING IN A FAILURE TO DETECT ONGOING CAPACITY CODE VIOLATIONS THAT IMPACTED THIS TRADING PLATFORM FOR A PERIOD OF SEVERAL YEARS.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $15,000 (RESOLVED SIMULTANEOUSLY FOR SIMILAR MATTERS WITH OTHER EXCHANGES FOR A TOTAL FINE OF $650,000).
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
No Information Filed
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)
NYSE NATIONAL, INC.
2.
Principal Sanction:
Other
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
06/05/2023
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
2022-03-17-00037
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Other
Other Product Types:
PRINCIPAL ORDERS
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM ("RBCCM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT
VIOLATED: (I) NYSE NATIONAL RULE 7.33 BY SUBMITTING OVER 401,000 PRINCIPAL ORDERS INCORRECTLY MARKED AS AGENCY ORDERS TO NYSE
NATIONAL FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020; AND (II) NYSE NATIONAL RULES 11.3.2 AND 11.5.1 BY FAILING TO HAVE A REASONABLY
DESIGNED SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES, TO COMPLY WITH ITS CAPACITY CODE OBLIGATIONS DURING THE
PERIOD FROM MAY 2018 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020. DURING THE PERIOD FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020, THE FIRM INCORRECTLY
ENTERED OVER 401,000 ORDERS INTO THE NYSE NATIONAL MARKETPLACE MARKED WITH THE "AGENCY" CAPACITY CODE WHEN THE ORDERS SHOULD
HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE "PRINCIPAL" CAPACITY CODE DUE TO A CODING ERROR IMPACTING A FIRM TRADING PLATFORM (THE "OMS") THAT
FLIPPED THE REPORTED CAPACITY FROM PRINCIPAL TO AGENCY. FROM MAY 2018 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020, RBCCM DID NOT HAVE A SUPERVISORY
SYSTEM OR WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES IN PLACE THAT WERE REASONABLY DESIGNED TO CONFIRM THAT CLIENT ORDERS WERE CODED
WITH ACCURATE CAPACITIES AND THUS ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH NYSE AMERICAN RULES REQUIRING THAT ORDERS SUBMITTED TO THE EXCHANGE
ARE MARKED WITH ACCURATE AGENCY OR PRINCIPAL CAPACITY CODES. SPECIFICALLY, DURING THE PERIOD FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH
2020, A FIELD WITHIN THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REPORT COVERING THE OMS WAS NOT CORRECTLY POPULATED, RESULTING IN "NULL" VALUES THAT
PREVENTED THE GENERATION OF ALERTS FOR INCORRECT CAPACITY CODES. THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REVIEW WAS THEREFORE NOT FUNCTIONING
PROPERLY FOR A PERIOD OF NEARLY SIX MONTHS. ADDITIONALLY, FROM MAY 2018 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020, THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REVIEW
FAILED TO INCLUDE DATA FROM ANOTHER OF ITS TRADING PLATFORMS, RESULTING IN A FAILURE TO DETECT ONGOING CAPACITY CODE VIOLATIONS
THAT IMPACTED THIS TRADING PLATFORM FOR A PERIOD OF SEVERAL YEARS.
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):
06/05/2023
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: $ 15,000.00
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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $15,000 (RESOLVED SIMULTANEOUSLY FOR SIMILAR MATTERS WITH OTHER EXCHANGES FOR A TOTAL FINE
OF $650,000).
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).regulatory · block 8PDF pages 292–294
- Regulator name — filed text
- NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 185,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM ("RBCCM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT DURING THE PERIOD BETWEEN AUGUST 2015 AND NOVEMBER 2020 (THE "RELEVANT PERIOD"), IT VIOLATED: (I) NYSE RULE 132 (FOR CERTAIN ORDERS SENT BEFORE JULY 27, 2017) AND (II) NYSE RULE 7.33 (FOR CERTAIN ORDERS SENT ON OR AFTER JULY 27, 2017) BY SUBMITTING OVER 80.1 MILLION AGENCY ORDERS INCORRECTLY MARKED AS PRINCIPAL ORDERS AND APPROXIMATELY 333,000 PRINCIPAL ORDERS INCORRECTLY MARKED AS AGENCY ORDERS TO THE NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE LLC (THE "NYSE" OR THE "EXCHANGE"); AND (III) NYSE RULES 3110(A) AND 3110(B) BY FAILING TO HAVE A REASONABLY DESIGNED SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES, TO COMPLY WITH ITS CAPACITY CODE OBLIGATIONS. DURING THE RELEVANT PERIOD, TWO DISTINCT ISSUES INVOLVING TWO DIFFERENT FIRM TRADING PLATFORMS RESULTED IN RBCCM INCORRECTLY MARKING CERTAIN PRINCIPAL ORDERS AS AGENCY AND CERTAIN AGENCY ORDERS AS PRINCIPAL. FIRST, DURING THE PERIOD FROM AUGUST 2015 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020, A FAILURE TO UPDATE RELEVANT ACCOUNT TYPE CODE SETTINGS ON A FIRM TRADING PLATFORM ("OMS #1") RESULTED IN THE FIRM INCORRECTLY ENTERING: (I) OVER 88,000 ORDERS INTO THE NYSE MARKETPLACE MARKED WITH THE "AGENCY" CAPACITY CODE WHEN THE ORDERS SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE "PRINCIPAL" CAPACITY CODE; AND (II) OVER 80.1 MILLION ORDERS INTO THE NYSE MARKETPLACE MARKED WITH THE "PRINCIPAL" CAPACITY CODE WHEN THE ORDERS SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE "AGENCY" CAPACITY CODE. SECOND, DURING THE PERIOD FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020, THE FIRM INCORRECTLY ENTERED APPROXIMATELY 245,000 ORDERS INTO THE NYSE MARKETPLACE MARKED WITH THE "AGENCY" CAPACITY CODE WHEN THE ORDERS SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE "PRINCIPAL" CAPACITY CODE DUE TO A CODING ERROR IMPACTING A DIFFERENT FIRM TRADING PLATFORM ("OMS #2") THAT FLIPPED THE REPORTED CAPACITY FROM PRINCIPAL TO AGENCY. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT DURING THE RELEVANT PERIOD, RBCCM DID NOT HAVE A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM OR WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES IN PLACE THAT WERE REASONABLY DESIGNED TO CONFIRM THAT CLIENT ORDERS WERE CODED WITH ACCURATE CAPACITIES AND THUS ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH NYSE RULES REQUIRING THAT ORDERS SUBMITTED TO THE NYSE ARE MARKED WITH ACCURATE AGENCY OR PRINCIPAL CAPACITY CODES. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REVIEW FAILED TO INCLUDE DATA FROM OMS #1 DURING THE ENTIRETY OF THE RELEVANT PERIOD, RESULTING IN A FAILURE TO DETECT THE ONGOING CAPACITY CODE VIOLATIONS THAT IMPACTED THIS TRADING PLATFORM FOR A PERIOD OF MORE THAN FIVE YEARS. ADDITIONALLY, DURING THE PERIOD FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020, A FIELD WITHIN THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REPORT COVERING OMS #2 WAS NOT CORRECTLY POPULATED, RESULTING IN "NULL" VALUES THAT PREVENTED THE GENERATION OF ALERTS FOR INCORRECT CAPACITY CODES. THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REVIEW WAS THEREFORE NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY FOR A PERIOD OF NEARLY SIX MONTHS.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $185,000 (RESOLVED SIMULTANEOUSLY FOR SIMILAR MATTERS WITH OTHER EXCHANGES FOR A TOTAL FINE OF $650,000.
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
No Information Filed
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 STOCK EXCHANGE
2.
Principal Sanction:
Other
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
06/05/2023
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
2022-03-17-00037
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Other
Other Product Types:
AGENCY ORDERS
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM ("RBCCM") CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT DURING
THE PERIOD BETWEEN AUGUST 2015 AND NOVEMBER 2020 (THE "RELEVANT PERIOD"), IT VIOLATED: (I) NYSE RULE 132 (FOR CERTAIN ORDERS SENT
BEFORE JULY 27, 2017) AND (II) NYSE RULE 7.33 (FOR CERTAIN ORDERS SENT ON OR AFTER JULY 27, 2017) BY SUBMITTING OVER 80.1 MILLION
AGENCY ORDERS INCORRECTLY MARKED AS PRINCIPAL ORDERS AND APPROXIMATELY 333,000 PRINCIPAL ORDERS INCORRECTLY MARKED AS AGENCY
ORDERS TO THE NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE LLC (THE "NYSE" OR THE "EXCHANGE"); AND (III) NYSE RULES 3110(A) AND 3110(B) BY FAILING TO
HAVE A REASONABLY DESIGNED SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES, TO COMPLY WITH ITS CAPACITY CODE
OBLIGATIONS. DURING THE RELEVANT PERIOD, TWO DISTINCT ISSUES INVOLVING TWO DIFFERENT FIRM TRADING PLATFORMS RESULTED IN RBCCM
INCORRECTLY MARKING CERTAIN PRINCIPAL ORDERS AS AGENCY AND CERTAIN AGENCY ORDERS AS PRINCIPAL. FIRST, DURING THE PERIOD FROM
AUGUST 2015 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020, A FAILURE TO UPDATE RELEVANT ACCOUNT TYPE CODE SETTINGS ON A FIRM TRADING PLATFORM ("OMS
#1") RESULTED IN THE FIRM INCORRECTLY ENTERING: (I) OVER 88,000 ORDERS INTO THE NYSE MARKETPLACE MARKED WITH THE "AGENCY" CAPACITY
CODE WHEN THE ORDERS SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE "PRINCIPAL" CAPACITY CODE; AND (II) OVER 80.1 MILLION ORDERS INTO THE NYSE
MARKETPLACE MARKED WITH THE "PRINCIPAL" CAPACITY CODE WHEN THE ORDERS SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE "AGENCY" CAPACITY
CODE. SECOND, DURING THE PERIOD FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH 2020, THE FIRM INCORRECTLY ENTERED APPROXIMATELY 245,000
ORDERS INTO THE NYSE MARKETPLACE MARKED WITH THE "AGENCY" CAPACITY CODE WHEN THE ORDERS SHOULD HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THE
"PRINCIPAL" CAPACITY CODE DUE TO A CODING ERROR IMPACTING A DIFFERENT FIRM TRADING PLATFORM ("OMS #2") THAT FLIPPED THE REPORTED
CAPACITY FROM PRINCIPAL TO AGENCY. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT DURING THE RELEVANT PERIOD, RBCCM DID NOT HAVE A SUPERVISORY
SYSTEM OR WRITTEN SUPERVISORY PROCEDURES IN PLACE THAT WERE REASONABLY DESIGNED TO CONFIRM THAT CLIENT ORDERS WERE CODED
WITH ACCURATE CAPACITIES AND THUS ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH NYSE RULES REQUIRING THAT ORDERS SUBMITTED TO THE NYSE ARE MARKED
WITH ACCURATE AGENCY OR PRINCIPAL CAPACITY CODES. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REVIEW FAILED TO INCLUDE DATA FROM OMS #1
DURING THE ENTIRETY OF THE RELEVANT PERIOD, RESULTING IN A FAILURE TO DETECT THE ONGOING CAPACITY CODE VIOLATIONS THAT IMPACTED
THIS TRADING PLATFORM FOR A PERIOD OF MORE THAN FIVE YEARS. ADDITIONALLY, DURING THE PERIOD FROM OCTOBER 2019 THROUGH MARCH
2020, A FIELD WITHIN THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REPORT COVERING OMS #2 WAS NOT CORRECTLY POPULATED, RESULTING IN "NULL" VALUES THAT
PREVENTED THE GENERATION OF ALERTS FOR INCORRECT CAPACITY CODES. THE FIRM'S SURVEILLANCE REVIEW WAS THEREFORE NOT FUNCTIONING
PROPERLY FOR A PERIOD OF NEARLY SIX MONTHS.
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):
06/05/2023
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: $ 185,000.00
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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $185,000 (RESOLVED SIMULTANEOUSLY FOR SIMILAR MATTERS WITH OTHER EXCHANGES FOR A TOTAL
FINE OF $650,000.
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).regulatory · block 9PDF pages 294–296
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINRA
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 67,500.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT REPORTED TO FINRA ORDERS WITH AN INACCURATE CAPACITY CODE. THE FINDING STATED THAT THE FIRM REPORTED PRINCIPAL ORDERS TO TRADE REPORTING FACILITIES FROM, AMONG OTHERS, THREE INTERNAL ACCOUNTS. HOWEVER, THE FIRM INCORRECTLY MARKED THE TRANSACTIONS FROM THESE ACCOUNTS DUE TO A CODING ERROR THAT FLIPPED THE REPORTED CAPACITY FROM PRINCIPAL TO AGENCY. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM REPORTED ORDERS TO THE TRADE REPORTING FACILITIES WITH AN INACCURATE CAPACITY. IN ADDITION, THE FIRM SENT ORDERS ON ITS OWN BEHALF AS WELL AS ON BEHALF OF CERTAIN AFFILIATES USING ONE OF ITS PROPRIETARY ORDER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS. WHETHER AN ORDER SHOULD BE MARKED AS PRINCIPAL OR AGENCY DEPENDS ON THE TERMS OF THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE MARKET CENTER TO WHICH THE ORDER IS ROUTED AND THE ENTITY ON WHOSE BEHALF THE ORDER WAS BEING ROUTED. AT VARIOUS TIMES DURING THIS PERIOD, UPDATES TO THE RELEVANT AGREEMENTS REQUIRED THE FIRM TO CHANGE THE CAPACITY IT REPORTED FOR CERTAIN TRANSACTIONS. HOWEVER, THE FIRM FAILED TO MAKE CORRESPONDING UPDATES TO THE ORDER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM SO THAT THE CORRECT CAPACITY WOULD BE REPORTED. BECAUSE THE FIRM'S REPORTING LOGIC RELIED ON THESE OUTDATED SETTINGS, THE FIRM REPORTED ORDERS TO THE TRADE REPORTING FACILITIES WITH AN INACCURATE CAPACITY. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM HAD RECORDKEEPING VIOLATIONS DUE TO THE ORDER MEMORANDA FOR THE ABOVE-REFERENCED TRANSACTIONS INCLUDING THE INCORRECT CAPACITY. FOR EXAMPLE, AT TIMES THE ORDER MEMORANDA INDICATED THAT IT WAS A PRINCIPAL TRANSACTION WHEN IT WAS AN AGENCY TRANSACTION, OR VICE VERSA. THE FINDINGS ALSO INCLUDED THAT THE FIRM SUPERVISED FOR THE ACCURACY OF THE ORDER CAPACITIES IT REPORTED WITH TWO EXCEPTION REPORTS. HOWEVER, THESE EXCEPTION REPORTS DID NOT INCLUDE TRANSACTIONS FROM THE PROPRIETARY ORDER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM THE FIRM USED TO ROUTE ORDERS WITH AN INACCURATE CAPACITY. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM FAILED TO IDENTIFY THESE INACCURACIES. THE FIRM HAS SINCE REMEDIATED THIS SUPERVISORY FAILURE.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $135,000, OF WHICH $67,500 IS PAYABLE TO FINRA.
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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 No Information Filed 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) FINRA 2. Principal Sanction: Other Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/05/2023 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2020066722501 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: VARIOUS SECURITIES ORDERS 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT REPORTED TO FINRA ORDERS WITH AN INACCURATE CAPACITY CODE. THE FINDING STATED THAT THE FIRM REPORTED PRINCIPAL ORDERS TO TRADE REPORTING FACILITIES FROM, AMONG OTHERS, THREE INTERNAL ACCOUNTS. HOWEVER, THE FIRM INCORRECTLY MARKED THE TRANSACTIONS FROM THESE ACCOUNTS DUE TO A CODING ERROR THAT FLIPPED THE REPORTED CAPACITY FROM PRINCIPAL TO AGENCY. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM REPORTED ORDERS TO THE TRADE REPORTING FACILITIES WITH AN INACCURATE CAPACITY. IN ADDITION, THE FIRM SENT ORDERS ON ITS OWN BEHALF AS WELL AS ON BEHALF OF CERTAIN AFFILIATES USING ONE OF ITS PROPRIETARY ORDER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS. WHETHER AN ORDER SHOULD BE MARKED AS PRINCIPAL OR AGENCY DEPENDS ON THE TERMS OF THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE MARKET CENTER TO WHICH THE ORDER IS ROUTED AND THE ENTITY ON WHOSE BEHALF THE ORDER WAS BEING ROUTED. AT VARIOUS TIMES DURING THIS PERIOD, UPDATES TO THE RELEVANT AGREEMENTS REQUIRED THE FIRM TO CHANGE THE CAPACITY IT REPORTED FOR CERTAIN TRANSACTIONS. HOWEVER, THE FIRM FAILED TO MAKE CORRESPONDING UPDATES TO THE ORDER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM SO THAT THE CORRECT CAPACITY WOULD BE REPORTED. BECAUSE THE FIRM'S REPORTING LOGIC RELIED ON THESE OUTDATED SETTINGS, THE FIRM REPORTED ORDERS TO THE TRADE REPORTING FACILITIES WITH AN INACCURATE CAPACITY. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM HAD RECORDKEEPING VIOLATIONS DUE TO THE ORDER MEMORANDA FOR THE ABOVE-REFERENCED TRANSACTIONS INCLUDING THE INCORRECT CAPACITY. FOR EXAMPLE, AT TIMES THE ORDER MEMORANDA INDICATED THAT IT WAS A PRINCIPAL TRANSACTION WHEN IT WAS AN AGENCY TRANSACTION, OR VICE VERSA. THE FINDINGS ALSO INCLUDED THAT THE FIRM SUPERVISED FOR THE ACCURACY OF THE ORDER CAPACITIES IT REPORTED WITH TWO EXCEPTION REPORTS. HOWEVER, THESE EXCEPTION REPORTS DID NOT INCLUDE TRANSACTIONS FROM THE PROPRIETARY ORDER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM THE FIRM USED TO ROUTE ORDERS WITH AN INACCURATE CAPACITY. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM FAILED TO IDENTIFY THESE INACCURACIES. THE FIRM HAS SINCE REMEDIATED THIS SUPERVISORY FAILURE. 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): 06/05/2023 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: $ 67,500.00 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: THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $135,000, OF WHICH $67,500 IS PAYABLE TO FINRA. 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).
regulatory · block 10PDF pages 296–298
- Regulator name — filed text
- INVESTORS' EXCHANGE LLC
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 675,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM ROUTED ORDERS TO IEX WITH AN INACCURATE CAPACITY CODE AS A RESULT OF TWO SEPARATE ISSUES. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM ROUTED PRINCIPAL ORDERS TO IEX FROM, AMONG OTHERS, THREE INTERNAL ACCOUNTS. HOWEVER, THE FIRM INCORRECTLY MARKED THE TRANSACTIONS FROM THESE THREE ACCOUNTS DUE TO A CODING ERROR THAT FLIPPED THE REPORTED CAPACITY FROM PRINCIPAL TO AGENCY. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM ROUTED ORDERS TO IEX WITH AN INACCURATE CAPACITY CODE. IN ADDITION, THE FIRM SENT ORDERS ON ITS OWN BEHALF AS WELL AS ON BEHALF OF CERTAIN AFFILIATES USING ONE OF ITS PROPRIETARY ORDER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS. WHETHER AN ORDER SHOULD BE MARKED AS PRINCIPAL OR AGENCY DEPENDS ON THE TERMS OF THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE MARKET CENTER TO WHICH THE ORDER IS ROUTED AND THE ENTITY ON WHOSE BEHALF THE ORDER WAS BEING ROUTED. AT VARIOUS TIMES DURING THIS PERIOD, UPDATES TO THE RELEVANT AGREEMENTS REQUIRED THE FIRM TO CHANGE THE CAPACITY IT REPORTED FOR CERTAIN TRANSACTIONS. THE FIRM FAILED, HOWEVER, TO MAKE CORRESPONDING UPDATES TO THE ORDER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM SO THAT THE CORRECT CAPACITY WOULD BE REPORTED. BECAUSE THE FIRM'S REPORTING LOGIC RELIED ON THESE OUTDATED SETTINGS, THE FIRM ROUTED ORDERS TO IEX WITH AN INACCURATE CAPACITY CODE. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM HAD RECORDKEEPING VIOLATIONS DUE TO THE ORDER MEMORANDA FOR THE ABOVE REFERENCED TRANSACTIONS INCLUDING THE INCORRECT CAPACITY CODE. FOR EXAMPLE, AT TIMES THE ORDER MEMORANDA INDICATED THAT IT WAS A PRINCIPAL TRANSACTION WHEN IT WAS AN AGENCY TRANSACTION, OR VICE VERSA. THE FINDINGS ALSO INCLUDED THAT THE FIRM SUPERVISED FOR THE ACCURACY OF THE ORDER CAPACITIES IT REPORTED WITH TWO EXCEPTION REPORTS. HOWEVER, THESE EXCEPTION REPORTS DID NOT INCLUDE TRANSACTIONS FROM THE ORDER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM THE FIRM USED TO ROUTE ORDERS WITH AN INACCURATE CAPACITY CODE. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM FAILED TO IDENTIFY THESE INACCURACIES. THE FIRM HAS SINCE REMEDIATED THE SUPERVISORY FAILURE.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $135,000, OF WHICH $67,500 IS PAYABLE TO IEX.
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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 No Information Filed 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) INVESTORS' EXCHANGE LLC 2. Principal Sanction: Other Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/05/2023 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2020066722502 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: VARIOUS SECURITIES ORDERS 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT THE FIRM ROUTED ORDERS TO IEX WITH AN INACCURATE CAPACITY CODE AS A RESULT OF TWO SEPARATE ISSUES. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM ROUTED PRINCIPAL ORDERS TO IEX FROM, AMONG OTHERS, THREE INTERNAL ACCOUNTS. HOWEVER, THE FIRM INCORRECTLY MARKED THE TRANSACTIONS FROM THESE THREE ACCOUNTS DUE TO A CODING ERROR THAT FLIPPED THE REPORTED CAPACITY FROM PRINCIPAL TO AGENCY. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM ROUTED ORDERS TO IEX WITH AN INACCURATE CAPACITY CODE. IN ADDITION, THE FIRM SENT ORDERS ON ITS OWN BEHALF AS WELL AS ON BEHALF OF CERTAIN AFFILIATES USING ONE OF ITS PROPRIETARY ORDER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS. WHETHER AN ORDER SHOULD BE MARKED AS PRINCIPAL OR AGENCY DEPENDS ON THE TERMS OF THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE MARKET CENTER TO WHICH THE ORDER IS ROUTED AND THE ENTITY ON WHOSE BEHALF THE ORDER WAS BEING ROUTED. AT VARIOUS TIMES DURING THIS PERIOD, UPDATES TO THE RELEVANT AGREEMENTS REQUIRED THE FIRM TO CHANGE THE CAPACITY IT REPORTED FOR CERTAIN TRANSACTIONS. THE FIRM FAILED, HOWEVER, TO MAKE CORRESPONDING UPDATES TO THE ORDER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM SO THAT THE CORRECT CAPACITY WOULD BE REPORTED. BECAUSE THE FIRM'S REPORTING LOGIC RELIED ON THESE OUTDATED SETTINGS, THE FIRM ROUTED ORDERS TO IEX WITH AN INACCURATE CAPACITY CODE. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM HAD RECORDKEEPING VIOLATIONS DUE TO THE ORDER MEMORANDA FOR THE ABOVE REFERENCED TRANSACTIONS INCLUDING THE INCORRECT CAPACITY CODE. FOR EXAMPLE, AT TIMES THE ORDER MEMORANDA INDICATED THAT IT WAS A PRINCIPAL TRANSACTION WHEN IT WAS AN AGENCY TRANSACTION, OR VICE VERSA. THE FINDINGS ALSO INCLUDED THAT THE FIRM SUPERVISED FOR THE ACCURACY OF THE ORDER CAPACITIES IT REPORTED WITH TWO EXCEPTION REPORTS. HOWEVER, THESE EXCEPTION REPORTS DID NOT INCLUDE TRANSACTIONS FROM THE ORDER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM THE FIRM USED TO ROUTE ORDERS WITH AN INACCURATE CAPACITY CODE. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM FAILED TO IDENTIFY THESE INACCURACIES. THE FIRM HAS SINCE REMEDIATED THE SUPERVISORY FAILURE. 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): 06/05/2023 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: $ 675,000.00 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $135,000, OF WHICH $67,500 IS PAYABLE TO IEX. 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).
regulatory · block 11PDF pages 298–299
- Regulator name — filed text
- VIRGINIA STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 10,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Settled
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
FEDERALLLY COVERED INVESTMENT ADVISOR FIRM RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ALLEGEDLY EMPLOYED AN INVESTMENT ADVISOR REPRESENTATIVE IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA WITHOUT THAT PERSON BEING DULY REGISTERED WITH THE DIVISION OF SECURITIES AND RETAIL FRANCHISING OF THE STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION OF VIRGINIA, IN VIOLATION OF § 13.1504 C (II) OF THE VIRGINIA SECURITIES ACT. THE REPRESENTATIVE WAS REGISTERED IN ANOTHER STATE BUT MOVED OFFICES WITH RBC.
Sanction detail — filed text
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC WILL PAY $10000 IN MONETARY PENALTY; AND WILL PAY $1000 TO DEFRAY THE COSTS OF INVESTIGATION. RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC WILL NOT VIOLATE THIS ACT IN THE FUTURE.
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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 No Information Filed 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) VIRGINIA STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: PENALTY AND COST OF INVESTIGATION 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 05/26/2023 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: SEC-2023-00009 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): FEDERALLLY COVERED INVESTMENT ADVISOR FIRM RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ALLEGEDLY EMPLOYED AN INVESTMENT ADVISOR REPRESENTATIVE IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA WITHOUT THAT PERSON BEING DULY REGISTERED WITH THE DIVISION OF SECURITIES AND RETAIL FRANCHISING OF THE STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION OF VIRGINIA, IN VIOLATION OF § 13.1504 C (II) OF THE VIRGINIA SECURITIES ACT. THE REPRESENTATIVE WAS REGISTERED IN ANOTHER STATE BUT MOVED OFFICES WITH RBC. 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: Settled 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 05/06/2023 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: RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC AGREED TO PAY A $10000 PENALTY AND $1000 COST OF INVESTIGATION. 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: RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC WILL PAY $10000 IN MONETARY PENALTY; AND WILL PAY $1000 TO DEFRAY THE COSTS OF INVESTIGATION. RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC WILL NOT VIOLATE THIS ACT IN THE FUTURE. 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).
regulatory · block 12PDF pages 300–301
- Regulator name — filed text
- NASDAQ STOCK MARKET
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 180,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE NASDAQ ENFORCEMENT DEPARTMENT (THE "STAFF") REVIEWED THE FIRM'S COMPLIANCE WITH NASDAQ RULES REQUIRING MEMBERS TO INPUT THE CORRECT CAPACITY CODES ON EQUITY ORDERS ENTERED INTO EXCHANGE SYSTEMS BETWEEN AUGUST 28, 2015 AND NOVEMBER 2, 2020. AS A RESULT OF ITS REVIEW, THE STAFF DETERMINED THAT THE FIRM INPUT THE INCORRECT CAPACITY CODE ON HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS OF EQUITY ORDERS IT ENTERED INTO MULTIPLE EXCHANGES, INCLUDING OVER 40,485,994 ORDERS IT INPUT INTO THE NASDAQ SYSTEM WITH INCORRECT CAPACITY CODES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE IMPOSITION OF A CENSURE AND A FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $180,000
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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 No Information Filed 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) NASDAQ STOCK MARKET 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/12/2023 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2021.05.0319 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Equity Listed (Common & Preferred Stock) Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): THE NASDAQ ENFORCEMENT DEPARTMENT (THE "STAFF") REVIEWED THE FIRM'S COMPLIANCE WITH NASDAQ RULES REQUIRING MEMBERS TO INPUT THE CORRECT CAPACITY CODES ON EQUITY ORDERS ENTERED INTO EXCHANGE SYSTEMS BETWEEN AUGUST 28, 2015 AND NOVEMBER 2, 2020. AS A RESULT OF ITS REVIEW, THE STAFF DETERMINED THAT THE FIRM INPUT THE INCORRECT CAPACITY CODE ON HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS OF EQUITY ORDERS IT ENTERED INTO MULTIPLE EXCHANGES, INCLUDING OVER 40,485,994 ORDERS IT INPUT INTO THE NASDAQ SYSTEM WITH INCORRECT CAPACITY CODES. 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): 06/12/2023 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: $ 180,000.00 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 FIRM CONSENTED TO THE IMPOSITION OF A CENSURE AND A FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $180,000 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).
regulatory · block 13PDF pages 301–303
- Regulator name — filed text
- NASDAQ PHLX LLC
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 45,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE PHLX ENFORCEMENT DEPARTMENT REVIEWED THE FIRM'S COMPLIANCE WITH PHLX RULES REQUIRING MEMBERS TO INPUT THE CORRECT CAPACITY CODES ON EQUITY ORDERS ENTERED INTO EXCHANGE SYSTEMS BETWEEN AUGUST 28, 2015 AND NOVEMBER 2, 2020. THE ENTRY OF INACCURATE CAPACITY CODES CAUSES THE AUDIT TRAIL TO BE INACCURATE, WHICH CAN AS A RESULT OF ITS REVIEW, THE STAFF DETERMINED THAT THE FIRM INPUT THE INCORRECT CAPACITY CODE ON HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS OF EQUITY ORDERS IT ENTERED INTO MULTIPLE EXCHANGES, INCLUDING OVER 11,187,701 ORDERS IT INPUT INTO THE PSX SYSTEM WITH INCORRECT CAPACITY CODES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE IMPOSITION OF A CENSURE AND A FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $45,000
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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 No Information Filed 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) NASDAQ PHLX LLC 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/12/2023 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2021.05.0319 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Equity Listed (Common & Preferred Stock) Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): THE PHLX ENFORCEMENT DEPARTMENT REVIEWED THE FIRM'S COMPLIANCE WITH PHLX RULES REQUIRING MEMBERS TO INPUT THE CORRECT CAPACITY CODES ON EQUITY ORDERS ENTERED INTO EXCHANGE SYSTEMS BETWEEN AUGUST 28, 2015 AND NOVEMBER 2, 2020. THE ENTRY OF INACCURATE CAPACITY CODES CAUSES THE AUDIT TRAIL TO BE INACCURATE, WHICH CAN AS A RESULT OF ITS REVIEW, THE STAFF DETERMINED THAT THE FIRM INPUT THE INCORRECT CAPACITY CODE ON HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS OF EQUITY ORDERS IT ENTERED INTO MULTIPLE EXCHANGES, INCLUDING OVER 11,187,701 ORDERS IT INPUT INTO THE PSX SYSTEM WITH INCORRECT CAPACITY CODES. 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): 06/12/2023 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: $ 45,000.00 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 FIRM CONSENTED TO THE IMPOSITION OF A CENSURE AND A FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $45,000 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).
regulatory · block 14PDF pages 303–305
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINRA
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 250,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FILED SHORT INTEREST REPORTS THAT OVERREPORTED THE NUMBER OF SHARES ASSOCIATED WITH SHORT INTEREST POSITIONS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM SUBMITTED SHORT INTEREST REPORTS TO FINRA THAT ERRONEOUSLY INCLUDED SHORT POSITIONS IN ACCOUNTS RESULTING FROM REPURCHASE AND PLEDGE TRANSACTIONS AND SECURITIES LENDING CONDUCTED BY THE FIRM OR ITS AFFILIATES, AND SYNDICATE ACTIVITY OF CORRESPONDENT FIRMS FOR WHICH IT CLEARS SECURITIES TRANSACTIONS. BECAUSE THESE SHORT POSITIONS DID NOT RESULT FROM "SHORT SALES" AS DEFINED IN RULE 200(A) OF REGULATION SHO AND WERE NOT TRANSACTIONS THAT WERE MARKED LONG DUE TO THE FIRM'S OR THE CUSTOMER'S NET LONG POSITION AT THE TIME OF THE TRANSACTION, THEY WERE NOT REPORTABLE UNDER FINRA RULE 4560. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM OVERREPORTED THE NUMBER OF SHARES ASSOCIATED WITH THE SHORT INTEREST POSITIONS. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WSPS, REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH SHORT INTEREST REPORTING REQUIREMENTS. ALTHOUGH THE FIRM CODED ACCOUNTS AS REPORTABLE OR NON-REPORTABLE FOR SHORT INTEREST REPORTING PURPOSES, ITS SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR TESTING OF THE CODING OF ACCOUNTS ON AN ONGOING BASIS. IN ADDITION, THE FIRM RELIED ON EMAIL NOTIFICATIONS FROM THE FIRM'S CORRESPONDENT BUSINESS CLEARING LINE FOR RECONCILING THE CODING AND INCLUSION OR EXCLUSION OF SYNDICATE ACCOUNTS FOR SHORT INTEREST REPORTING PURPOSES. HOWEVER, THE FIRM DID NOT IMPLEMENT PROCESSES OR PROCEDURES TO MONITOR WHETHER THE NOTIFICATIONS WERE TIMELY RECEIVED AND REVIEWED. SUBSEQUENTLY, THE FIRM AMENDED ITS SUPERVISORY SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES TO INCLUDE, AMONG OTHER THINGS, ADDITIONAL REVIEWS AT THE TIME OF ACCOUNT CREATION AND SHORT INTEREST REPORTING AND A LOOKBACK REVIEW IDENTIFYING CHANGES IN THE LAST SIX REPORT CYCLES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $250,000.
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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 No Information Filed 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) FINRA 2. Principal Sanction: Other Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 07/11/2023 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2021071191801 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: SHORT INTEREST POSITIONS 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FILED SHORT INTEREST REPORTS THAT OVERREPORTED THE NUMBER OF SHARES ASSOCIATED WITH SHORT INTEREST POSITIONS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM SUBMITTED SHORT INTEREST REPORTS TO FINRA THAT ERRONEOUSLY INCLUDED SHORT POSITIONS IN ACCOUNTS RESULTING FROM REPURCHASE AND PLEDGE TRANSACTIONS AND SECURITIES LENDING CONDUCTED BY THE FIRM OR ITS AFFILIATES, AND SYNDICATE ACTIVITY OF CORRESPONDENT FIRMS FOR WHICH IT CLEARS SECURITIES TRANSACTIONS. BECAUSE THESE SHORT POSITIONS DID NOT RESULT FROM "SHORT SALES" AS DEFINED IN RULE 200(A) OF REGULATION SHO AND WERE NOT TRANSACTIONS THAT WERE MARKED LONG DUE TO THE FIRM'S OR THE CUSTOMER'S NET LONG POSITION AT THE TIME OF THE TRANSACTION, THEY WERE NOT REPORTABLE UNDER FINRA RULE 4560. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM OVERREPORTED THE NUMBER OF SHARES ASSOCIATED WITH THE SHORT INTEREST POSITIONS. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WSPS, REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH SHORT INTEREST REPORTING REQUIREMENTS. ALTHOUGH THE FIRM CODED ACCOUNTS AS REPORTABLE OR NON-REPORTABLE FOR SHORT INTEREST REPORTING PURPOSES, ITS SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE FOR TESTING OF THE CODING OF ACCOUNTS ON AN ONGOING BASIS. IN ADDITION, THE FIRM RELIED ON EMAIL NOTIFICATIONS FROM THE FIRM'S CORRESPONDENT BUSINESS CLEARING LINE FOR RECONCILING THE CODING AND INCLUSION OR EXCLUSION OF SYNDICATE ACCOUNTS FOR SHORT INTEREST REPORTING PURPOSES. HOWEVER, THE FIRM DID NOT IMPLEMENT PROCESSES OR PROCEDURES TO MONITOR WHETHER THE NOTIFICATIONS WERE TIMELY RECEIVED AND REVIEWED. SUBSEQUENTLY, THE FIRM AMENDED ITS SUPERVISORY SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES TO INCLUDE, AMONG OTHER THINGS, ADDITIONAL REVIEWS AT THE TIME OF ACCOUNT CREATION AND SHORT INTEREST REPORTING AND A LOOKBACK REVIEW IDENTIFYING CHANGES IN THE LAST SIX REPORT CYCLES. 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): 07/11/2023 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: $ 250,000.00 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $250,000. 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).
regulatory · block 15PDF pages 305–307
- Regulator name — filed text
- CME GROUP
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 50,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Settled
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC NEITHER ADMITTED NOR DENIED VIOLATING EXCHANGE RULES, FOUND THE FIRM GUILTY OF VIOLATING CME RULE 980.A.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE CME ACCEPTED THE FIRM'S SETTLEMENT OFFER AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS THEREOF, ACKNOWLEDGING RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC NEITHER ADMITTED NOR DENIED VIOLATING EXCHANGE RULES, FOUND THE FIRM GUILTY OF VIOLATING CME RULE 980.A., AND FINED THE FIRM $50,000.
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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 No Information Filed 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) CME GROUP 2. Principal Sanction: Other Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 10/13/2023 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 23-CH-2322 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: Futures - Commodity Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC NEITHER ADMITTED NOR DENIED VIOLATING EXCHANGE RULES, FOUND THE FIRM GUILTY OF VIOLATING CME RULE 980.A. 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: Settled 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 10/13/2023 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: $ 50,000.00 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 CME ACCEPTED THE FIRM'S SETTLEMENT OFFER AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS THEREOF, ACKNOWLEDGING RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC NEITHER ADMITTED NOR DENIED VIOLATING EXCHANGE RULES, FOUND THE FIRM GUILTY OF VIOLATING CME RULE 980.A., AND FINED THE FIRM $50,000. 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).
regulatory · block 16ROYAL BANK OF CANADAPDF pages 307–308
- Advisory affiliate name — filed text
- ROYAL BANK OF CANADA
- Regulator name — filed text
- ( g g g y y ) SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 6,000,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Decision & Order of Offer of Settlement
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
FAILURE TO MAKE AND KEEP BOOKS, RECORDS, AND ACCOUNTS, WHICH, IN REASONABLE DETAIL, ACCURATELY AND FAIRLY REFLECT THE TRANSACTIONS AND DISPOSITIONS OF THE ASSETS OF THE ISSUER. FAILURE TO DEVISE AND MAINTAIN A SYSTEM OF INTERNAL ACCOUNT CONTROLS SUFFICIENT TO PROVIDE REASONABLE ASSURANCE THAT TRANSACTIONS ARE RECORDED TO PERMIT PREPARATION OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS IN CONFORMITY WITH GENERALLY ACCEPTED ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE ENTRY OF THE ORDER INSTITUTING CEASE-AND-DESIST PROCEEDINGS AND IMPOSING A CEASE-AND-DESIST ORDER.
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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: This advisory affiliate is a Firm an Individual Registered: Yes No Name: ROYAL BANK OF CANADA (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) ( g g g y y ) SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: IT WAS ORDERED THAT THE FIRM CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTIONS 13(B)(2)(A) AND 13(B)(2)(B) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT. 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 11/02/2023 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEEDING FILE NO. 3-21792 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): ROYAL BANK OF CANADA 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: IT WAS ORDERED THAT THE FIRM CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTIONS 13(B)(2)(A) AND 13(B)(2)(B) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT. 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): FAILURE TO MAKE AND KEEP BOOKS, RECORDS, AND ACCOUNTS, WHICH, IN REASONABLE DETAIL, ACCURATELY AND FAIRLY REFLECT THE TRANSACTIONS AND DISPOSITIONS OF THE ASSETS OF THE ISSUER. FAILURE TO DEVISE AND MAINTAIN A SYSTEM OF INTERNAL ACCOUNT CONTROLS SUFFICIENT TO PROVIDE REASONABLE ASSURANCE THAT TRANSACTIONS ARE RECORDED TO PERMIT PREPARATION OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS IN CONFORMITY WITH GENERALLY ACCEPTED ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES. 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: Decision & Order of Offer of Settlement 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 11/02/2023 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: $ 6,000,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: IT WAS ORDERED THAT THE FIRM CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTIONS 13(B)(2)(A) AND 13(B)(2)(B) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT. 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: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE ENTRY OF THE ORDER INSTITUTING CEASE-AND-DESIST PROCEEDINGS AND IMPOSING A CEASE-AND-DESIST ORDER. 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).
regulatory · block 17PDF pages 309–310
- Regulator name — filed text
- CME GROUP
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 25,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Settled
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC VIOLATED CME RULES 930.E.1. AND 930.K.1.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE CME ACCEPTED THE FIRM'S SETTLEMENT OFFER AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS THEREOF, ACKNOWLEDGING RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC NEITHER ADMITTED NOR DENIED VIOLATING EXCHANGE RULES, FOUND THE FIRM GUILTY OF VIOLATING CME RULES 930.E.1. AND 930.K.1., AND FINED THE FIRM $25,000.
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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 No Information Filed 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) CME GROUP 2. Principal Sanction: Other Other Sanctions: SETTLEMENT 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 01/19/2024 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 23-CH-2313 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: Futures - Commodity Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC VIOLATED CME RULES 930.E.1. AND 930.K.1. 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: Settled 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 01/19/2024 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: $ 25,000.00 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 CME ACCEPTED THE FIRM'S SETTLEMENT OFFER AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS THEREOF, ACKNOWLEDGING RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC NEITHER ADMITTED NOR DENIED VIOLATING EXCHANGE RULES, FOUND THE FIRM GUILTY OF VIOLATING CME RULES 930.E.1. AND 930.K.1., AND FINED THE FIRM $25,000. 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).
regulatory · block 18RBC DOMINION SECURITIES INC.PDF pages 310–312
- Advisory affiliate name — filed text
- RBC DOMINION SECURITIES INC.
- Regulator name — filed text
- CBOE FUTURES EXCHANGE, LLC
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 30,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Settled
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
RBC DOMINION SECURITIES, INC. VIOLATED CBOE EXCHANGE RULES 412B(B) FOR ALLEGED FAILURE TO SUBMIT TIMELY LARGE TRADER REPORTS FOR A SINGLE CUSTOMER.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE CBOE ACKNOWLEDGED THAT THE FIRM DOES NOT HAVE ANY PRIOR RELEVANT DISCIPLINARY HISTORY RELATED TO REPORTING REQUIREMENTS FOR CFE RULE 412B(B). IN LIGHT OF THE ALLEGED RULE VIOLATIONS DESCRIBED ABOVE, THE FIRM CONSENTS TO THE IMPOSITION OF MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $30,000 WITHOUT ADMISSION OR DENIAL OF THE VIOLATION.
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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: This advisory affiliate is a Firm an Individual Registered: Yes No Name: RBC DOMINION SECURITIES INC. (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) CBOE FUTURES EXCHANGE, LLC 2. Principal Sanction: Other Other Sanctions: SETTLEMENT 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 03/28/2024 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: URE-298-09 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC DOMINION SECURITES, INC. 6. Principal Product Type: Futures - Commodity Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): RBC DOMINION SECURITIES, INC. VIOLATED CBOE EXCHANGE RULES 412B(B) FOR ALLEGED FAILURE TO SUBMIT TIMELY LARGE TRADER REPORTS FOR A SINGLE CUSTOMER. 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: Settled 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 03/28/2024 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: $ 30,000.00 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 CBOE ACKNOWLEDGED THAT THE FIRM DOES NOT HAVE ANY PRIOR RELEVANT DISCIPLINARY HISTORY RELATED TO REPORTING REQUIREMENTS FOR CFE RULE 412B(B). IN LIGHT OF THE ALLEGED RULE VIOLATIONS DESCRIBED ABOVE, THE FIRM CONSENTS TO THE IMPOSITION OF MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $30,000 WITHOUT ADMISSION OR DENIAL OF THE VIOLATION. 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).
regulatory · block 19PDF pages 312–314
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINRA
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 375,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT SENT TRADE CONFIRMATIONS TO CUSTOMERS THAT CONTAINED INACCURATE INFORMATION. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM SENT ITS INSTITUTIONAL CUSTOMERS CONFIRMATIONS FOR FIXED INCOME TRANSACTIONS, INCLUDING CERTAIN MUNICIPAL SECURITIES TRANSACTIONS, THAT INACCURATELY STATED THAT THE TRANSACTIONS WERE EXECUTED IN AN AGENCY CAPACITY, WHEN THEY WERE EXECUTED IN A PRINCIPAL CAPACITY. THE INACCURACIES STEMMED FROM CODING ERRORS IN THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS THAT THE FIRM RELIED ON FOR SENDING TRADE CONFIRMATIONS. THE FIRM ALSO SENT ITS INSTITUTIONAL CUSTOMERS TRADE CONFIRMATIONS THAT INACCURATELY STATED THAT CERTAIN TRANSACTIONS THAT WERE SOLICITED WERE UNSOLICITED AND VICE VERSA. THESE INACCURACIES RESULTED FROM THE FIRM'S CODING OF ITS FIXED INCOME TRADE ORDER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM TO AUTOMATICALLY POPULATE CERTAIN CONFIRMATIONS WITH A DESIGNATION THAT THE TRANSACTIONS WERE SOLICITED, AND OTHERS WITH A DESIGNATION THAT THE TRANSACTIONS WERE UNSOLICITED. IN ADDITION, THE FIRM FAILED TO DELIVER TRADE CONFIRMATIONS TO CUSTOMERS THAT HAD REQUESTED ELECTRONIC DELIVERY OF TRADE CONFIRMATIONS. FURTHERMORE, THE FIRM FAILED TO SEND TRADE CONFIRMATIONS FOR MILLIONS OF DIVIDEND REINVESTMENT PROGRAM (DRIP) TRANSACTIONS. THE FIRM DID NOT PROVIDE CUSTOMERS WITH A DETAILED WRITTEN DESCRIPTION OF THE DRIP PRIOR TO ENROLLMENT CONTAINING CERTAIN DISCLOSURES, AS REQUIRED BY A NO-ACTION LETTER THAT THE SEC PUBLISHED. THE FIRM INSTEAD CONFIRMED AUTOMATIC DIVIDEND REINVESTMENTS PURSUANT TO A DRIP THROUGH MONTHLY ACCOUNT STATEMENTS RATHER THAN TRADE-BY-TRADE CONFIRMATIONS. HOWEVER, BY FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE CONDITIONS OF THE NO-ACTION LETTER, THE FIRM DID NOT QUALIFY FOR EXEMPTIVE RELIEF FROM RULE 10B-10(A)'S TRADE-BY-TRADE CONFIRMATION REQUIREMENT. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH, MAINTAIN, AND ENFORCE A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WSPS, REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH TRADE CONFIRMATION REQUIREMENTS. THE FIRM'S WSPS FAILED TO DESCRIBE HOW SUPERVISORS SHOULD CONDUCT PERIODIC MONITORING TO CONFIRM THAT INTERNAL FIRM SYSTEMS AND THIRD-PARTY VENDOR SYSTEMS WERE WORKING AS INTENDED TO SEND CUSTOMERS TRADE CONFIRMATIONS WHEN REQUIRED AND WITH ACCURATE INFORMATION. THE FIRM ALSO FAILED TO CONDUCT REASONABLE MONITORING AND PERIODIC TESTING TO CONFIRM THAT THE SYSTEMS IT RELIED UPON FOR SENDING AND GENERATING ACCURATE TRADE CONFIRMATIONS WERE WORKING AS INTENDED. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM DID NOT TIMELY DETECT MULTIPLE ISSUES THAT IMPACTED TRADE CONFIRMATIONS. THE FINDINGS ALSO INCLUDED THAT THE FIRM VIOLATED REGULATION T PROMULGATED BY THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM UNDER SECTION 7 OF THE EXCHANGE ACT BY EXTENDING CREDIT TO CERTAIN CUSTOMERS OF THE FIRM AND ITS INTRODUCING FIRMS. CERTAIN FIRM CUSTOMERS WITH CASH ACCOUNTS AND CERTAIN CUSTOMERS OF INTRODUCING BROKERS WITH CASH ACCOUNTS FOR WHICH THE FIRM WAS THE CLEARING BROKER SOLD SECURITIES WITHOUT PREVIOUSLY PAYING FOR THEM IN FULL. HOWEVER, THE FIRM FAILED TO WITHDRAW FROM THOSE CUSTOMERS THE PRIVILEGE OF DELAYING PAYMENT BEYOND THE TRADE DATE FOR 90 CALENDAR DAYS FOLLOWING THE DATE OF SALE OF THE SECURITY, AS REQUIRED BY REGULATION T. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM INCORRECTLY EXECUTED HUNDREDS OF TRADES IN THOSE ACCOUNTS AND FREQUENTLY SOLD THE POSITIONS AT ISSUE TO GENERATE PROCEEDS TO COVER THE PURCHASES. IN CONNECTION WITH THESE TRANSACTIONS, CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS INCURRED COMMISSIONS, MARKUPS, MARKDOWNS, AND FEES TOTALING $392,525.50, THAT THEY WOULD NOT OTHERWISE HAVE INCURRED HAD THE FIRM CANCELLED THE TRADES. IN ADDITION, INTRODUCING FIRM CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS INCURRED $1,308 IN FEES IN CONNECTION WITH THESE TRADES THAT THEY WOULD NOT HAVE INCURRED HAD THE FIRM CANCELLED THE TRADES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $375,000, ORDERED TO PAY $393,833.50 IN RESTITUTION TO CUSTOMERS, AND REQUIRED TO CERTIFY THAT IT HAS REMEDIATED THE ISSUES IDENTIFIED IN THE AWC AND IMPLEMENTED A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WSPS
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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 No Information Filed 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) FINRA 2. Principal Sanction: Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 04/29/2024 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2015046503001 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: UNSPECIFIED SECURITIES 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT SENT TRADE CONFIRMATIONS TO CUSTOMERS THAT CONTAINED INACCURATE INFORMATION. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM SENT ITS INSTITUTIONAL CUSTOMERS CONFIRMATIONS FOR FIXED INCOME TRANSACTIONS, INCLUDING CERTAIN MUNICIPAL SECURITIES TRANSACTIONS, THAT INACCURATELY STATED THAT THE TRANSACTIONS WERE EXECUTED IN AN AGENCY CAPACITY, WHEN THEY WERE EXECUTED IN A PRINCIPAL CAPACITY. THE INACCURACIES STEMMED FROM CODING ERRORS IN THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS THAT THE FIRM RELIED ON FOR SENDING TRADE CONFIRMATIONS. THE FIRM ALSO SENT ITS INSTITUTIONAL CUSTOMERS TRADE CONFIRMATIONS THAT INACCURATELY STATED THAT CERTAIN TRANSACTIONS THAT WERE SOLICITED WERE UNSOLICITED AND VICE VERSA. THESE INACCURACIES RESULTED FROM THE FIRM'S CODING OF ITS FIXED INCOME TRADE ORDER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM TO AUTOMATICALLY POPULATE CERTAIN CONFIRMATIONS WITH A DESIGNATION THAT THE TRANSACTIONS WERE SOLICITED, AND OTHERS WITH A DESIGNATION THAT THE TRANSACTIONS WERE UNSOLICITED. IN ADDITION, THE FIRM FAILED TO DELIVER TRADE CONFIRMATIONS TO CUSTOMERS THAT HAD REQUESTED ELECTRONIC DELIVERY OF TRADE CONFIRMATIONS. FURTHERMORE, THE FIRM FAILED TO SEND TRADE CONFIRMATIONS FOR MILLIONS OF DIVIDEND REINVESTMENT PROGRAM (DRIP) TRANSACTIONS. THE FIRM DID NOT PROVIDE CUSTOMERS WITH A DETAILED WRITTEN DESCRIPTION OF THE DRIP PRIOR TO ENROLLMENT CONTAINING CERTAIN DISCLOSURES, AS REQUIRED BY A NO-ACTION LETTER THAT THE SEC PUBLISHED. THE FIRM INSTEAD CONFIRMED AUTOMATIC DIVIDEND REINVESTMENTS PURSUANT TO A DRIP THROUGH MONTHLY ACCOUNT STATEMENTS RATHER THAN TRADE-BY-TRADE CONFIRMATIONS. HOWEVER, BY FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE CONDITIONS OF THE NO-ACTION LETTER, THE FIRM DID NOT QUALIFY FOR EXEMPTIVE RELIEF FROM RULE 10B-10(A)'S TRADE-BY-TRADE CONFIRMATION REQUIREMENT. THE FINDINGS ALSO STATED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH, MAINTAIN, AND ENFORCE A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WSPS, REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH TRADE CONFIRMATION REQUIREMENTS. THE FIRM'S WSPS FAILED TO DESCRIBE HOW SUPERVISORS SHOULD CONDUCT PERIODIC MONITORING TO CONFIRM THAT INTERNAL FIRM SYSTEMS AND THIRD-PARTY VENDOR SYSTEMS WERE WORKING AS INTENDED TO SEND CUSTOMERS TRADE CONFIRMATIONS WHEN REQUIRED AND WITH ACCURATE INFORMATION. THE FIRM ALSO FAILED TO CONDUCT REASONABLE MONITORING AND PERIODIC TESTING TO CONFIRM THAT THE SYSTEMS IT RELIED UPON FOR SENDING AND GENERATING ACCURATE TRADE CONFIRMATIONS WERE WORKING AS INTENDED. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM DID NOT TIMELY DETECT MULTIPLE ISSUES THAT IMPACTED TRADE CONFIRMATIONS. THE FINDINGS ALSO INCLUDED THAT THE FIRM VIOLATED REGULATION T PROMULGATED BY THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM UNDER SECTION 7 OF THE EXCHANGE ACT BY EXTENDING CREDIT TO CERTAIN CUSTOMERS OF THE FIRM AND ITS INTRODUCING FIRMS. CERTAIN FIRM CUSTOMERS WITH CASH ACCOUNTS AND CERTAIN CUSTOMERS OF INTRODUCING BROKERS WITH CASH ACCOUNTS FOR WHICH THE FIRM WAS THE CLEARING BROKER SOLD SECURITIES WITHOUT PREVIOUSLY PAYING FOR THEM IN FULL. HOWEVER, THE FIRM FAILED TO WITHDRAW FROM THOSE CUSTOMERS THE PRIVILEGE OF DELAYING PAYMENT BEYOND THE TRADE DATE FOR 90 CALENDAR DAYS FOLLOWING THE DATE OF SALE OF THE SECURITY, AS REQUIRED BY REGULATION T. AS A RESULT, THE FIRM INCORRECTLY EXECUTED HUNDREDS OF TRADES IN THOSE ACCOUNTS AND FREQUENTLY SOLD THE POSITIONS AT ISSUE TO GENERATE PROCEEDS TO COVER THE PURCHASES. IN CONNECTION WITH THESE TRANSACTIONS, CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS INCURRED COMMISSIONS, MARKUPS, MARKDOWNS, AND FEES TOTALING $392,525.50, THAT THEY WOULD NOT OTHERWISE HAVE INCURRED HAD THE FIRM CANCELLED THE TRADES. IN ADDITION, INTRODUCING FIRM CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS INCURRED $1,308 IN FEES IN CONNECTION WITH THESE TRADES THAT THEY WOULD NOT HAVE INCURRED HAD THE FIRM CANCELLED THE TRADES. 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): 04/29/2024 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: $ 375,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: UNDERTAKING 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $375,000, ORDERED TO PAY $393,833.50 IN RESTITUTION TO CUSTOMERS, AND REQUIRED TO CERTIFY THAT IT HAS REMEDIATED THE ISSUES IDENTIFIED IN THE AWC AND IMPLEMENTED A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WSPS 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).
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- Regulator name — filed text
- FINRA
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 75,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT ITS SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE CERTAIN CUSTOMERS WITH MUTUAL FUND SALES CHARGE WAIVERS AND FEE REBATES TO WHICH THEY WERE ENTITLED THROUGH RIGHTS OF REINSTATEMENT OFFERED BY MUTUAL FUND COMPANIES. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM'S OVERSIGHTOF DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE THROUGH RIGHTS OF REINSTATEMENT RELIED ON AN AUTOMATED ALERT THAT WAS SET TO IDENTIFY TRANSACTIONS IN WHICH A CUSTOMER LIQUIDATES A POSITION IN A FUND FAMILY AND THEN PURCHASES BACK INTO THE SAME FAMILY AT A LATER DATE. THE ALERT WAS NOT DESIGNED TO, AND DID NOT, CAPTURE ALL TRANSACTIONS ELIGIBLE FOR REINSTATEMENT PRIVILEGES. THE FIRM ALSO, AT TIMES, FAILED TO REASONABLY REVIEW ALERTS THAT DID TRIGGER TO ENSURE THAT ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS WERE CREDITED WITH REINSTATEMENT PRIVILEGES. AS RESULT, ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS PAID $264,939.44 INEXCESS SALES CHARGES AND FEES.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $75,000, AND REQUIRED TO CERTIFY THAT IT HAS REMEDIATED THE ISSUES IDENTIFIED IN THE AWC AND IMPLEMENTED A REASONABLY DESIGNED SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WSPS. THE FIRM HAS ALREADY MADE FULL RESTITUTION, PLUS INTEREST, TO THE AFFECTED CUSTOMERS.
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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 No Information Filed 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) FINRA 2. Principal Sanction: Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 07/02/2024 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2019063914601 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: Mutual Fund(s) Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT ITS SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DID NOT PROVIDE CERTAIN CUSTOMERS WITH MUTUAL FUND SALES CHARGE WAIVERS AND FEE REBATES TO WHICH THEY WERE ENTITLED THROUGH RIGHTS OF REINSTATEMENT OFFERED BY MUTUAL FUND COMPANIES. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM'S OVERSIGHTOF DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE THROUGH RIGHTS OF REINSTATEMENT RELIED ON AN AUTOMATED ALERT THAT WAS SET TO IDENTIFY TRANSACTIONS IN WHICH A CUSTOMER LIQUIDATES A POSITION IN A FUND FAMILY AND THEN PURCHASES BACK INTO THE SAME FAMILY AT A LATER DATE. THE ALERT WAS NOT DESIGNED TO, AND DID NOT, CAPTURE ALL TRANSACTIONS ELIGIBLE FOR REINSTATEMENT PRIVILEGES. THE FIRM ALSO, AT TIMES, FAILED TO REASONABLY REVIEW ALERTS THAT DID TRIGGER TO ENSURE THAT ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS WERE CREDITED WITH REINSTATEMENT PRIVILEGES. AS RESULT, ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS PAID $264,939.44 INEXCESS SALES CHARGES AND FEES. 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): 07/02/2024 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: $ 75,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: UNDERTAKINGS 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED, FINED $75,000, AND REQUIRED TO CERTIFY THAT IT HAS REMEDIATED THE ISSUES IDENTIFIED IN THE AWC AND IMPLEMENTED A REASONABLY DESIGNED SUPERVISORY SYSTEM, INCLUDING WSPS. THE FIRM HAS ALREADY MADE FULL RESTITUTION, PLUS INTEREST, TO THE AFFECTED CUSTOMERS. 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).
regulatory · block 21PDF pages 316–318
- Regulator name — filed text
- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 45,000,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION DEEMS IT APPROPRIATE AND IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST THAT PUBLIC ADMINISTRATIVE AND CEASE-AND- DESIST PROCEEDINGS BE, AND HEREBY ARE, INSTITUTED AGAINST RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC (RBC OR RESPONDENT). IN ANTICIPATION OF THE INSTITUTION OF THESE PROCEEDINGS, RESPONDENT HAS SUBMITTED AN OFFER OF SETTLEMENT THAT THE COMMISSION HAS DETERMINED TO ACCEPT. THE COMMISSION FINDS THAT FROM AT LEAST JUNE 2019 (THE RELEVANT PERIOD), RBC PERSONNEL SENT AND RECEIVED OFF-CHANNEL COMMUNICATIONS THAT WERE RECORDS REQUIRED TO BE MAINTAINED UNDER EXCHANGE ACT RULE 17A-4(B)(4) AND/OR ADVISERS ACT RULE 204- 2(A)(7). RESPONDENT DID NOT MAINTAIN OR PRESERVE THE SUBSTANTIAL MAJORITY OF THESE WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS. RESPONDENT'S FAILURES WERE FIRM-WIDE AND INVOLVED PERSONNEL AT VARIOUS LEVELS OF AUTHORITY THROUGHOUT THE ORGANIZATION. RBC'S WIDESPREAD FAILURE TO IMPLEMENT A SYSTEM REASONABLY EXPECTED TO DETERMINE WHETHER PERSONNEL WERE FOLLOWING ITS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES THAT PROHIBIT OFF-CHANNEL COMMUNICATIONS LED TO ITS FAILURE TO REASONABLY SUPERVISE ITS PERSONNEL WITHIN THE MEANING OF SECTION 15(B) (4)(E) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT AND SECTION 203(E)(6) OF THE ADVISERS ACT. DURING THE RELEVANT PERIOD, RBC RECEIVED AND RESPONDED TO COMMISSION SUBPOENAS FOR DOCUMENTS AND/OR RECORDS REQUESTS IN A NUMBER OF COMMISSION INVESTIGATIONS. AS A RESULT, RBC'S RECORDKEEPING FAILURES LIKELY IMPACTED THE COMMISSION'S ABILITY TO CARRY OUT ITS REGULATORY FUNCTIONS AND INVESTIGATE VIOLATIONS OF THE FEDERAL SECURITIES LAWS ACROSS THESE INVESTIGATIONS. COMMISSION STAFF FOUND RBC'S MISCONDUCT AFTER COMMENCING A RISK- BASED INITIATIVE TO INVESTIGATE THE USE OF OFF-CHANNEL AND UNPRESERVED COMMUNICATIONS AT INVESTMENT ADVISERS. RBC HAS INITIATED A REVIEW OF ITS RECORDKEEPING FAILURES AND BEGUN A PROGRAM OF REMEDIATION. AS A RESULT OF ITS CONDUCT, RBC WILLFULLY VIOLATED SECTION 17(A) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT AND RULE 17A-4(B)(4) THEREUNDER AND SECTION 204 OF THE ADVISERS ACT AND RULE 204-2(A)(7) THEREUNDER AND FAILED REASONABLY TO SUPERVISE ITS PERSONNEL, WITH A VIEW TO PREVENTING OR DETECTING CERTAIN OF ITS SUPERVISED PERSONS' AIDING AND ABETTING VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 17(A) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT AND RULE 17A-4(B)(4) THEREUNDER AND SECTION 204 OF THE ADVISERS ACT AND RULE 204-2(A)(7) THEREUNDER.
Sanction detail — filed text
AS A RESULT OF ITS CONDUCT, RBC WILLFULLY VIOLATED SECTION 17(A) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT AND RULE 17A-4(B)(4) THEREUNDER AND SECTION 204 OF THE ADVISERS ACT AND RULE 204-2(A)(7) THEREUNDER AND FAILED REASONABLY TO SUPERVISE ITS PERSONNEL, WITH A VIEW TO PREVENTING OR DETECTING CERTAIN OF ITS SUPERVISED PERSONS' AIDING AND ABETTING VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 17(A) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT AND RULE 17A-4(B)(4) THEREUNDER AND SECTION 204 OF THE ADVISERS ACT AND RULE 204-2(A)(7) THEREUNDER. ACCORDINGLY, IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT RESPONDENT CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 17(A) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT AND RULE 17A-4 THEREUNDER AND SECTION 204 OF THE ADVISERS ACT AND RULE 204-2 THEREUNDER, IS CENSURED, SHALL COMPLY WITH THE UNDERTAKINGS ENUMERATED IN THE ORDER, AND SHALL PAY A CIVIL MONEY PENALTY OF $45,000,000.
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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 No Information Filed 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) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION 2. Principal Sanction: Cease and Desist Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 08/14/2024 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 3-22003 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION DEEMS IT APPROPRIATE AND IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST THAT PUBLIC ADMINISTRATIVE AND CEASE-AND- DESIST PROCEEDINGS BE, AND HEREBY ARE, INSTITUTED AGAINST RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC (RBC OR RESPONDENT). IN ANTICIPATION OF THE INSTITUTION OF THESE PROCEEDINGS, RESPONDENT HAS SUBMITTED AN OFFER OF SETTLEMENT THAT THE COMMISSION HAS DETERMINED TO ACCEPT. THE COMMISSION FINDS THAT FROM AT LEAST JUNE 2019 (THE RELEVANT PERIOD), RBC PERSONNEL SENT AND RECEIVED OFF-CHANNEL COMMUNICATIONS THAT WERE RECORDS REQUIRED TO BE MAINTAINED UNDER EXCHANGE ACT RULE 17A-4(B)(4) AND/OR ADVISERS ACT RULE 204- 2(A)(7). RESPONDENT DID NOT MAINTAIN OR PRESERVE THE SUBSTANTIAL MAJORITY OF THESE WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS. RESPONDENT'S FAILURES WERE FIRM-WIDE AND INVOLVED PERSONNEL AT VARIOUS LEVELS OF AUTHORITY THROUGHOUT THE ORGANIZATION. RBC'S WIDESPREAD FAILURE TO IMPLEMENT A SYSTEM REASONABLY EXPECTED TO DETERMINE WHETHER PERSONNEL WERE FOLLOWING ITS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES THAT PROHIBIT OFF-CHANNEL COMMUNICATIONS LED TO ITS FAILURE TO REASONABLY SUPERVISE ITS PERSONNEL WITHIN THE MEANING OF SECTION 15(B) (4)(E) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT AND SECTION 203(E)(6) OF THE ADVISERS ACT. DURING THE RELEVANT PERIOD, RBC RECEIVED AND RESPONDED TO COMMISSION SUBPOENAS FOR DOCUMENTS AND/OR RECORDS REQUESTS IN A NUMBER OF COMMISSION INVESTIGATIONS. AS A RESULT, RBC'S RECORDKEEPING FAILURES LIKELY IMPACTED THE COMMISSION'S ABILITY TO CARRY OUT ITS REGULATORY FUNCTIONS AND INVESTIGATE VIOLATIONS OF THE FEDERAL SECURITIES LAWS ACROSS THESE INVESTIGATIONS. COMMISSION STAFF FOUND RBC'S MISCONDUCT AFTER COMMENCING A RISK- BASED INITIATIVE TO INVESTIGATE THE USE OF OFF-CHANNEL AND UNPRESERVED COMMUNICATIONS AT INVESTMENT ADVISERS. RBC HAS INITIATED A REVIEW OF ITS RECORDKEEPING FAILURES AND BEGUN A PROGRAM OF REMEDIATION. AS A RESULT OF ITS CONDUCT, RBC WILLFULLY VIOLATED SECTION 17(A) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT AND RULE 17A-4(B)(4) THEREUNDER AND SECTION 204 OF THE ADVISERS ACT AND RULE 204-2(A)(7) THEREUNDER AND FAILED REASONABLY TO SUPERVISE ITS PERSONNEL, WITH A VIEW TO PREVENTING OR DETECTING CERTAIN OF ITS SUPERVISED PERSONS' AIDING AND ABETTING VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 17(A) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT AND RULE 17A-4(B)(4) THEREUNDER AND SECTION 204 OF THE ADVISERS ACT AND RULE 204-2(A)(7) THEREUNDER. 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): 08/14/2024 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: $ 45,000,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: UNDERTAKINGS 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: AS A RESULT OF ITS CONDUCT, RBC WILLFULLY VIOLATED SECTION 17(A) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT AND RULE 17A-4(B)(4) THEREUNDER AND SECTION 204 OF THE ADVISERS ACT AND RULE 204-2(A)(7) THEREUNDER AND FAILED REASONABLY TO SUPERVISE ITS PERSONNEL, WITH A VIEW TO PREVENTING OR DETECTING CERTAIN OF ITS SUPERVISED PERSONS' AIDING AND ABETTING VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 17(A) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT AND RULE 17A-4(B)(4) THEREUNDER AND SECTION 204 OF THE ADVISERS ACT AND RULE 204-2(A)(7) THEREUNDER. ACCORDINGLY, IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT RESPONDENT CEASE AND DESIST FROM COMMITTING OR CAUSING ANY VIOLATIONS AND ANY FUTURE VIOLATIONS OF SECTION 17(A) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT AND RULE 17A-4 THEREUNDER AND SECTION 204 OF THE ADVISERS ACT AND RULE 204-2 THEREUNDER, IS CENSURED, SHALL COMPLY WITH THE UNDERTAKINGS ENUMERATED IN THE ORDER, AND SHALL PAY A CIVIL MONEY PENALTY OF $45,000,000. 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).
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- Regulator name — filed text
- OFFICE OF SECRETARY OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS, SECURITIES DIVISION.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 25,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Action status / disposition — filed text
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC NEITHER ADMITTED NOR DENIED THE STATEMENT OF FACTS AND VIOLATION OF G.L.C. 110A, SEC. 204(A)(2)(J).
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC CHARGED UNREASONABLE COMMISSIONS ON CERTAIN EQUITY TRANSACTIONS AND DID NOT REASONABLY SURVEIL THESE TRANSACTIONS TO ENSURE THAT RESPONDENT CHARGED CUSTOMERS A REASONABLE COMMISSION AND FEE.
Sanction detail — filed text
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC WAS ORDERED TO PAY AN ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF $25,000 TO MASSACHUSETTS AND, IN TOTAL, $1,095,000. TO PARTICIPATING STATES. IN ADDITION TO THE ADMINISTRATIVE FINE, RESTITUTION PAYMENTS TO CERTAIN MASSACHUSETTS CUSTOMERS IN AN AMOUNT OF NO LESS THAN $113,295.06.
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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 No Information Filed 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) OFFICE OF SECRETARY OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS, SECURITIES DIVISION. 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: RESTITUTION; CENSURE; CEASE AND DESIST; AND UNDERTAKINGS. 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/04/2025 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: E-2025-0190 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: Equity - OTC Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC CHARGED UNREASONABLE COMMISSIONS ON CERTAIN EQUITY TRANSACTIONS AND DID NOT REASONABLY SURVEIL THESE TRANSACTIONS TO ENSURE THAT RESPONDENT CHARGED CUSTOMERS A REASONABLE COMMISSION AND FEE. 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: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/04/2025 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: $ 25,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: IN ADDITION TO ADMINISTRATIVE FINE; RESTITUTION PAYMENTS PLUS 6% INTEREST TO CERTAIN CUSTOMERS AND COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND COMPLIANCE SYSTEMS RELATED TO COMMISSIONS 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: RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC WAS ORDERED TO PAY AN ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF $25,000 TO MASSACHUSETTS AND, IN TOTAL, $1,095,000. TO PARTICIPATING STATES. IN ADDITION TO THE ADMINISTRATIVE FINE, RESTITUTION PAYMENTS TO CERTAIN MASSACHUSETTS CUSTOMERS IN AN AMOUNT OF NO LESS THAN $113,295.06. 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). RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC NEITHER ADMITTED NOR DENIED THE STATEMENT OF FACTS AND VIOLATION OF G.L.C. 110A, SEC. 204(A)(2)(J).
regulatory · block 23PDF pages 320–322
- Regulator name — filed text
- OREGON DIVISION OF FINANCIAL REGULATION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 20,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE DIVISION, IN CONNECTION WITH A MULTISTATE TASK FOR COORDINATED AMONG MEMBERS OF THE NORTH AMERICAN SECURITIES ADMINISTRATORS ASSOCIATION, FOUND THAT RBC CHARGED UNREASONABLE COMMISSIONS TO RETAIL CUSTOMERS IN EXCESS OF FIVE PERCENT OF THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT.
Sanction detail — filed text
RBC, WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, ENTERED INTO A CONSENT ORDER FINDING THAT IT FAILED TO REASONABLY SUPERVISE ITS ASSOCIATED PERSONS WHEN IT CHARGED UNREASONABLE FEES TO RETAIL CUSTOMERS IN EXCESS OF FIVE PERCENT OF THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT ON CERTAIN SMALL EQUITY TRANSACTIONS BETWEEN MAY 16, 2020, AND MAY 16, 2025, IN VIOLATION OF ORS 59.2305(13) AND OAR 441-205-0210(1). RBC AGREED TO PAY RESTITUTION TO OREGON CUSTOMERS OF $105,309.85 AND A CIVIL PENALTY TO THE DIVISION OF $20,000.
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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 No Information Filed 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) OREGON DIVISION OF FINANCIAL REGULATION 2. Principal Sanction: Restitution Other Sanctions: CIVIL PENALTIES, AGREEMENT TO CEASE AND DESIST FROM FUTURE VIOLATIONS, CENSURE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 05/28/2025 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: S-25-0035 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Equity Listed (Common & Preferred Stock) Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): THE DIVISION, IN CONNECTION WITH A MULTISTATE TASK FOR COORDINATED AMONG MEMBERS OF THE NORTH AMERICAN SECURITIES ADMINISTRATORS ASSOCIATION, FOUND THAT RBC CHARGED UNREASONABLE COMMISSIONS TO RETAIL CUSTOMERS IN EXCESS OF FIVE PERCENT OF THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT. 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: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 11/20/2025 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: $ 20,000.00 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: RBC, WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, ENTERED INTO A CONSENT ORDER FINDING THAT IT FAILED TO REASONABLY SUPERVISE ITS ASSOCIATED PERSONS WHEN IT CHARGED UNREASONABLE FEES TO RETAIL CUSTOMERS IN EXCESS OF FIVE PERCENT OF THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT ON CERTAIN SMALL EQUITY TRANSACTIONS BETWEEN MAY 16, 2020, AND MAY 16, 2025, IN VIOLATION OF ORS 59.2305(13) AND OAR 441-205-0210(1). RBC AGREED TO PAY RESTITUTION TO OREGON CUSTOMERS OF $105,309.85 AND A CIVIL PENALTY TO THE DIVISION OF $20,000. 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).
regulatory · block 24PDF pages 322–323
- Regulator name — filed text
- MISSOURI
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 25,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Action status / disposition — filed text
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC PAID THE ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF $25,000 ON 1/21/2026 AND AGREES TO PROVIDE RESTITUTION WITHIN 120 DAYS OF THE EXECUTION OF THIS ORDER.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
FROM MAY 16, 2020 TO MAY 16, 2025, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ALLEGEDLY CHARGED UNREASONABLE COMMISSIONS IN EXCESS OF 5% OF THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT ON CERTAIN SMALL PRINCIPAL EQUITY TRANSACTIONS AND DID NOT REASONABLY SUPERVISE TRANSACTIONS WHICH APPLIED THE MINIMUM EQUITY COMMISSION CHARGE TO ENSURE THAT RESPONDENT CHARGED CUSTOMERS A REASONABLE COMMISSION.
Sanction detail — filed text
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC WAS ORDERED TO PAY AN ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF %25,000 AND RESTITUTION TO AFFECTED MISSOURI-RESIDENT CUSTOMERS IN AN AMOUNT NO LESS THAN $21,733 PLUS INTEREST IN THE AMOUNT OF 6% COMPOUNDED ANNUALLY FROM THE DATE OF THE TRANSACTION TO THE LAST DAY OF THE RELEVANT PERIOD.
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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 No Information Filed 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) MISSOURI 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: RESTITUTION; CEASE AND DESIST; AND UNDERTAKINGS 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 01/21/2026 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: AP-25-06 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Equity - OTC Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): FROM MAY 16, 2020 TO MAY 16, 2025, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC ALLEGEDLY CHARGED UNREASONABLE COMMISSIONS IN EXCESS OF 5% OF THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT ON CERTAIN SMALL PRINCIPAL EQUITY TRANSACTIONS AND DID NOT REASONABLY SUPERVISE TRANSACTIONS WHICH APPLIED THE MINIMUM EQUITY COMMISSION CHARGE TO ENSURE THAT RESPONDENT CHARGED CUSTOMERS A REASONABLE COMMISSION. 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: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 01/21/2026 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: $ 25,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: IN ADDITION TO AN ADMINISTRATIVE FINE; RESTITUTION PAYMENTS PLUS INTEREST IN THE AMOUNT OF 6% TO AFFECTED MISSOURI-RESIDENT CUSTOMERS. 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: RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC WAS ORDERED TO PAY AN ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF %25,000 AND RESTITUTION TO AFFECTED MISSOURI-RESIDENT CUSTOMERS IN AN AMOUNT NO LESS THAN $21,733 PLUS INTEREST IN THE AMOUNT OF 6% COMPOUNDED ANNUALLY FROM THE DATE OF THE TRANSACTION TO THE LAST DAY OF THE RELEVANT PERIOD. 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). RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC PAID THE ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF $25,000 ON 1/21/2026 AND AGREES TO PROVIDE RESTITUTION WITHIN 120 DAYS OF THE EXECUTION OF THIS ORDER.
regulatory · block 25PDF pages 323–325
- Regulator name — filed text
- SOUTH DAKOTA DIVISION OF INSURANCE
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 20,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
EXCESSIVE FEES
Sanction detail — filed text
$20,000 PENALTY
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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 No Information Filed 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) SOUTH DAKOTA DIVISION OF INSURANCE 2. Principal Sanction: Restitution Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 02/24/2026 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: SD 25-30751 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: Equity Listed (Common & Preferred Stock) Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): EXCESSIVE FEES 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: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 02/24/2026 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: $ 20,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: RESTITUTION 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: $20,000 PENALTY 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).
regulatory · block 26PDF pages 325–327
- Regulator name — filed text
- VERMONT
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 20,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Stipulation and Consent
Action status / disposition — filed text
SEE 13B
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE CONSENT ORDER IS A RESULT OF A MULTISTATE INVESTIGATION SPEARHEADED BY THE NORTH AMERICAN SECURITIES ADMINISTRATORS ASSOCIATION, INC. THE NASAA INVESTIGATION REVEALED THAT FROM MAY 16, 2020, TO MAY 16, 2025, THE FIRM CHARGED UNREASONABLE FIXED COMMISSIONS OF $95 ON CERTAIN EQUITY TRANSACTIONS FOR RETAIL BROKERAGE CUSTOMERS. THE COMMISSION RATE EXCEEDED THE 5% LIMIT SET OUT IN FINRA RULES. IN VT, 169 EQUITY TRANSACTIONS INCLUDED AN UNREASONABLE COMMISSION, TOTALING $6872. THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SYSTEM TO REASONABLY SUPERVISE ITS AGENTS, IN VIOLATION OF V.S.R. 2-2(B)(2), INCORPORATING FINRA RULE 3110(A).
Sanction detail — filed text
SEE 13B
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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 No Information Filed 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) VERMONT 2. Principal Sanction: Restitution Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 02/27/2026 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 25-019-S 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Equity Listed (Common & Preferred Stock) Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): THE CONSENT ORDER IS A RESULT OF A MULTISTATE INVESTIGATION SPEARHEADED BY THE NORTH AMERICAN SECURITIES ADMINISTRATORS ASSOCIATION, INC. THE NASAA INVESTIGATION REVEALED THAT FROM MAY 16, 2020, TO MAY 16, 2025, THE FIRM CHARGED UNREASONABLE FIXED COMMISSIONS OF $95 ON CERTAIN EQUITY TRANSACTIONS FOR RETAIL BROKERAGE CUSTOMERS. THE COMMISSION RATE EXCEEDED THE 5% LIMIT SET OUT IN FINRA RULES. IN VT, 169 EQUITY TRANSACTIONS INCLUDED AN UNREASONABLE COMMISSION, TOTALING $6872. THE FIRM FAILED TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A SYSTEM TO REASONABLY SUPERVISE ITS AGENTS, IN VIOLATION OF V.S.R. 2-2(B)(2), INCORPORATING FINRA RULE 3110(A). 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: Stipulation and Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 02/27/2026 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: $ 20,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: THE FIRM IS FINED AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY OF $17,000 AND AGREED TO PAY $3,000 TO THE VT FINANCIAL SERVICES EDUCATION AND VICTIM RESTITUTION FUND AND ORDERED TO PAY RESTITUTION TO ALL VT INVESTORS IN THE AMOUNT OF $8315 (INCLUDING INTEREST) AND THE FIRM'S POLICIES AND PROCEDURES ARE AMENDED AND ENHANCED TO ENSURE ALL COMMISSIONS ARE FAIR AND REASONABLE. 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: SEE 13B 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). SEE 13B
regulatory · block 27PDF pages 327–329
- Regulator name — filed text
- MINNESOTA
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 20,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE RESPONDENT CHARGED UNREASONABLE COMMISSIONS IN EXCESS OF 5% OF THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT ON 89900 EQUITY TRANSACTIONS OVER A FIVE-YEAR PERIOD TOTALING APPROXIMATELY $3400000.
Sanction detail — filed text
FINE $20000 WITHIN 15 DAYS, NOT WAIVED
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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 No Information Filed 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) MINNESOTA 2. Principal Sanction: Cease and Desist Other Sanctions: CENSURE; RESTITUTION; CIVIL AND ADMINISTRATIVE FINES 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 05/21/2026 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 99069 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: Equity - OTC Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): THE RESPONDENT CHARGED UNREASONABLE COMMISSIONS IN EXCESS OF 5% OF THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT ON 89900 EQUITY TRANSACTIONS OVER A FIVE-YEAR PERIOD TOTALING APPROXIMATELY $3400000. 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): 05/21/2026 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: $ 20,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: RESTITUTION AMOUNT $242561.93 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: FINE $20000 WITHIN 15 DAYS, NOT 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).
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- Regulator name — filed text
- PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF BANKING AND SECURITIES: CONTACT COUNSEL CHARLES VANCE 717-705-2298
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 20,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Action status / disposition — filed text
CONSENT ORDER ISSUED TO RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC CHARGED UNREASONABLE COMMISSIONS ON CERTAIN EQUITY TRANSACTIONS AND DID NOT REASONABLY SURVEIL THESE TRANSACTIONS TO ENSURE THAT RESPONDENTS CHARGED CUSTOMERS A REASONABLE COMMISSION AND FEE.
Sanction detail — filed text
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC WAS ORDERED TO PAY AN ADMINISTRATIVE FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,000.00 TO THE DEPARTMENT WITHIN 15 DAYS OF THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS ORDER. IN ADDITION, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC AGREES TO PROVIDE RESTITUTION IN AN AMOUNT OF NO LESS THAN $178,004.60 PROVIDING THE AMOUNT OF THE COMMISSION ON CERTAIN SMALL PRINCIPAL EQUITY TRANSACTIONS THAT EXCEEDED FIVE PERCENT 5% OF THE PRINCIPAL TRADE AMOUNT DURING THE RELEVANT TIME PERIOD TO THE AFFECTED PENNSYLVANIA CUSTOMERS, PLUS INTEREST IN THE AMOUNT OF 6% COMPOUNDED ANNUALLY FROM THE DATE OF THE TRANSACTION TO THE RELEVANT TIME PERIOD. RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC AGREES TO PROVIDE RESTIUTION WITHIN ONE HUNDER AND TWENTY (120) DAYS OF THE EXECUTION OF THIS ORDER.
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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 No Information Filed 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) PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF BANKING AND SECURITIES: CONTACT COUNSEL CHARLES VANCE 717-705-2298 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: RESTITUTION, CENSURE, CEASE AND DESIST, AND UNDERTAKINGS 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 02/05/2026 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 260005 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: Equity - OTC Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC CHARGED UNREASONABLE COMMISSIONS ON CERTAIN EQUITY TRANSACTIONS AND DID NOT REASONABLY SURVEIL THESE TRANSACTIONS TO ENSURE THAT RESPONDENTS CHARGED CUSTOMERS A REASONABLE COMMISSION AND FEE. 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: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 02/05/2026 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: $ 20,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: IN ADDITION TO ADMINISTRATIVE FINE, RESTITUTION PAYMENTS PLUS 6% INTEREST TO CERTAIN CUSTOMERS AND COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND COMPLIANCE SYSTEMS RELATED TO COMMISSIONS. 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: RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC WAS ORDERED TO PAY AN ADMINISTRATIVE FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,000.00 TO THE DEPARTMENT WITHIN 15 DAYS OF THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS ORDER. IN ADDITION, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC AGREES TO PROVIDE RESTITUTION IN AN AMOUNT OF NO LESS THAN $178,004.60 PROVIDING THE AMOUNT OF THE COMMISSION ON CERTAIN SMALL PRINCIPAL EQUITY TRANSACTIONS THAT EXCEEDED FIVE PERCENT 5% OF THE PRINCIPAL TRADE AMOUNT DURING THE RELEVANT TIME PERIOD TO THE AFFECTED PENNSYLVANIA CUSTOMERS, PLUS INTEREST IN THE AMOUNT OF 6% COMPOUNDED ANNUALLY FROM THE DATE OF THE TRANSACTION TO THE RELEVANT TIME PERIOD. RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC AGREES TO PROVIDE RESTIUTION WITHIN ONE HUNDER AND TWENTY (120) DAYS OF THE EXECUTION OF THIS ORDER. 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). CONSENT ORDER ISSUED TO RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC.
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- Regulator name — filed text
- UTAH
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 20,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Stipulation and Consent
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
RESPONDENT CHARGED UNREASONABLE COMMISSIONS ON CERTAIN LOW PRINCIPAL EQUITY TRANSACTIONS AND FAILED TO REASONABLY SUPERVISE LOW PRINCIPAL EQUITY TRANSACTIONS WHERE THE MINIMUM COMMISSION WAS IN EXCESS OF 5%.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FINE AND RESTITUTION WERE TIMELY PAID
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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 No Information Filed 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) UTAH 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 01/15/2026 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: SD-25-0030 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Equity - OTC Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): RESPONDENT CHARGED UNREASONABLE COMMISSIONS ON CERTAIN LOW PRINCIPAL EQUITY TRANSACTIONS AND FAILED TO REASONABLY SUPERVISE LOW PRINCIPAL EQUITY TRANSACTIONS WHERE THE MINIMUM COMMISSION WAS IN EXCESS OF 5%. 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: Stipulation and Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 01/15/2026 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: $ 20,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: RESPONDENT AGREES TO PAY RESTITUTION OF $15,799 REPRESENTING THE AMOUNT OF THE COMMISSION ON CERTAIN SMALL PRINCIPAL EQUITY TRANSACTIONS THAT EXCEEDED 5% OF THE PRINCIPAL TRADE AMOUNT DURING THE RELEVANT PERIOD TO AFFECTED UTAH CLIENTS, PLUS INTEREST OF 6% COMPOUNDED ANNUALLY FROM THE TRADE OF TRANSACTION THROUGH MAY 16, 2025. 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 FINE AND RESTITUTION WERE TIMELY PAID 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).
regulatory · block 30PDF pages 332–334
- Regulator name — filed text
- TEXAS
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 25,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
FROM MAY 16, 2020, TO MAY 16, 2025, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC, ALLEGEDLY CHARGED UNREASONABLE COMMISSIONS (IN EXCESS OF 5% OF THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT) ON CERTAIN LOW PRINCIPAL EQUITY TRANSACTIONS. RESPONDENT DID NOT REASONABLY SUPERVISE TRANSACTIONS WHICH APPLIED THE MINIMUM EQUITY COMMISSION CHARGE TO ENSURE THAT RESPONDENT CHARGED CUSTOMERS A REASONABLE COMMISSION. RESPONDENT HAS AGREED TO PROVIDE RESITUTION TO AFFECTED CUSTOMERS IN THE AMOUNT CHARGED OVER 5% IN ADDITION TO A FINE BY THE TSSB. RESPONDENT HAS ALSO AGREED TO REVISIT RESPONDENT'S POLICIES AND PROCEDURES TO ENSURE THAT RESPONDENT INCLUDE SAFEGUARDS TO PREVENT THE CHARGING OF EXCESSIVE FEES IN THE FUTURE.
Sanction detail — filed text
RESPONDENT AGREES TO PROVIDE RESTITUTION IN AN AMOUNT OF NO LESS THAN $195,264.85 PROVIDING THE AMOUNT OF THE COMMISSION ON CERTAIN SMALL PRINCIPAL EQUITY TRANSACTIONS THAT EXCEEDED FIVE PERCENT (5%) OF THE PRINCIPAL TRADE AMOUNT DURING THE RELEVANT TIME PERIOD TO THE AFFECTED TEXAS CUSTOMERS, PLUS INTEREST IN THE AMOUNT OF 6% COMPOUNDED ANNUALLY FROM THE DATE OF THE TRANSACTION TO THE END OF THE RELEVANT TIME PERIOD. RESPONDENT AGREES TO PROVIDE RESTITUTION WITHIN ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY (120) DAYS OF EXECUTION OF THE ORDER.
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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 No Information Filed 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) TEXAS 2. Principal Sanction: Restitution Other Sanctions: REPRIMAND 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 12/19/2025 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: LID-25-CAF-03 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Equity Listed (Common & Preferred Stock) Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): FROM MAY 16, 2020, TO MAY 16, 2025, RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC, ALLEGEDLY CHARGED UNREASONABLE COMMISSIONS (IN EXCESS OF 5% OF THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT) ON CERTAIN LOW PRINCIPAL EQUITY TRANSACTIONS. RESPONDENT DID NOT REASONABLY SUPERVISE TRANSACTIONS WHICH APPLIED THE MINIMUM EQUITY COMMISSION CHARGE TO ENSURE THAT RESPONDENT CHARGED CUSTOMERS A REASONABLE COMMISSION. RESPONDENT HAS AGREED TO PROVIDE RESITUTION TO AFFECTED CUSTOMERS IN THE AMOUNT CHARGED OVER 5% IN ADDITION TO A FINE BY THE TSSB. RESPONDENT HAS ALSO AGREED TO REVISIT RESPONDENT'S POLICIES AND PROCEDURES TO ENSURE THAT RESPONDENT INCLUDE SAFEGUARDS TO PREVENT THE CHARGING OF EXCESSIVE FEES IN THE FUTURE. 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): 12/19/2025 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: $ 25,000.00 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: RESPONDENT AGREES TO PROVIDE RESTITUTION IN AN AMOUNT OF NO LESS THAN $195,264.85 PROVIDING THE AMOUNT OF THE COMMISSION ON CERTAIN SMALL PRINCIPAL EQUITY TRANSACTIONS THAT EXCEEDED FIVE PERCENT (5%) OF THE PRINCIPAL TRADE AMOUNT DURING THE RELEVANT TIME PERIOD TO THE AFFECTED TEXAS CUSTOMERS, PLUS INTEREST IN THE AMOUNT OF 6% COMPOUNDED ANNUALLY FROM THE DATE OF THE TRANSACTION TO THE END OF THE RELEVANT TIME PERIOD. RESPONDENT AGREES TO PROVIDE RESTITUTION WITHIN ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY (120) DAYS OF EXECUTION OF THE ORDER. 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).
regulatory · block 31PDF pages 334–336
- Regulator name — filed text
- KENTUCKY
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 20,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
RESPONDENT'S MINIMUM COMMISSION PRACTICES FOR CERTAIN EQUITY TRANSACTIONS FAILED TO ENSURE TRANSACTIONS WERE EXECUTED AT A FAIR AND REASONABLE PRICE. RESPONDENT DID NOT REASONABLY SUPERVISE TRANSACTIONS WHICH APPLIED THE MINIMUM EQUITY COMMISSION.
Sanction detail — filed text
CEASE AND DESIST. CENSURE. RESTITUTION ORDERED IN THE AMOUNT OF $7,246.16. ADMINISTRATIVE FINE ORDERED IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,000.
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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 No Information Filed 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) KENTUCKY 2. Principal Sanction: Cease and Desist Other Sanctions: CENSURE. RESTITUTION. ADMINISTRATIVE FINE. 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/15/2026 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2025-DFI-0141 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: EQUITY TRANSACTIONS 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): RESPONDENT'S MINIMUM COMMISSION PRACTICES FOR CERTAIN EQUITY TRANSACTIONS FAILED TO ENSURE TRANSACTIONS WERE EXECUTED AT A FAIR AND REASONABLE PRICE. RESPONDENT DID NOT REASONABLY SUPERVISE TRANSACTIONS WHICH APPLIED THE MINIMUM EQUITY COMMISSION. 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: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/15/2026 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: $ 20,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: RESTITUTION ORDERED IN THE AMOUNT OF $7,246.16. ADMINISTRATIVE FINE ORDERED IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,000. 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: CEASE AND DESIST. CENSURE. RESTITUTION ORDERED IN THE AMOUNT OF $7,246.16. ADMINISTRATIVE FINE ORDERED IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,000. 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).
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- Regulator name — filed text
- FINRA
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 275,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT AN AML COMPLIANCE PROGRAM REASONABLY DESIGNED TO DETECT AND CAUSE THE REPORTING OF SUSPICIOUS TRANSACTIONS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM INTRODUCED THREE NEW TRANSACTION MONITORING RULES THAT WERE INTENDED TO IDENTIFY RED FLAGS OF SUSPICIOUS MONEY MOVEMENTS. HOWEVER, THE FIRM CONFIGURED THE PARAMETERS AND THRESHOLDS OF THESE MONITORING RULES IN A MANNER THAT DID NOT CAPTURE MANY OF THE TYPES OF TRANSACTIONS THE RULES WERE INTENDED TO DETECT. THE FIRM CONFIGURED ONE MONITORING RULE TO TRIGGER ALERTS BASED ON AN ACCOUNT'S MARGIN BALANCE, WHICH WAS TYPICALLY LESS THAN THE MINIMUM THRESHOLD BALANCE, INSTEAD OF THE ACCOUNT BALANCE. THE SECOND MONITORING RULE FAILED TO TRIGGER USEFUL ALERTS BECAUSE THE THRESHOLDS FOR TOTAL CREDITS WERE SET TOO HIGH. THE THIRD MONITORING RULE GENERATED A HIGH VOLUME OF FALSE POSITIVES BECAUSE IT CAPTURED ROUTINE TRANSFERS BETWEEN ACCOUNTS BELONGING TO THE SAME PERSON OR RELATED PARTIES. BECAUSE THE FIRM IMPROPERLY CONFIGURED THE PARAMETERS AND THRESHOLDS OF THESE MONITORING RULES, THEY EITHER FAILED TO GENERATE USEFUL ALERTS OR OTHERWISE DID NOT IDENTIFY RED FLAGS OF SUSPICIOUS MONEY MOVEMENTS THAT THE FIRM SHOULD HAVE INVESTIGATED. IN PRACTICE THE FIRM FAILED TO EFFECTIVELY REVIEW THE MONITORING RULES TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE RULES WERE IDENTIFYING SUSPICIOUS MONEY MOVEMENTS IN CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS SO AS TO ENABLE THE FIRM TO INVESTIGATE AND REPORT THE SUSPICIOUS TRANSACTIONS. IN ADDITION, THE FIRM DELEGATED TO TWO DIFFERENT GROUPS RESPONSIBILITIES FOR ASSESSING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE TRANSACTION MONITORING RULES AND FOR DECOMMISSIONING INEFFECTIVE RULES, BUT THE FIRM DID NOT HAVE PROCEDURES FOR THE TWO GROUPS TO COORDINATE OR ESCALATE CONCERNS. CONSEQUENTLY, THE THREE RULES THAT FAILED TO GENERATE USEFUL ALERTS REMAINED IN PLACE FOR YEARS AND THE FIRM FAILED TO IDENTIFY, INVESTIGATE, AND REPORT SUSPICIOUS TRANSACTIONS THAT THESE RULES WERE DESIGNED TO DETECT. THE FIRM ULTIMATELY UPDATED ITS PROCEDURES TO REQUIRE PERIODIC ASSESSMENTS OF ITS AUTOMATED TRANSACTION MONITORING RULES TO DETERMINE WHETHER THEY ARE EFFECTIVELY ENABLING THE FIRM TO DETECT AND CAUSE THE REPORTING OF SUSPICIOUS TRANSACTIONS.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $275,000.
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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 No Information Filed 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) FINRA 2. Principal Sanction: Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 07/28/2026 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2022075967301 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: UNSPECIFIED SECURITIES 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE SANCTIONS AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS THAT IT FAILED TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT AN AML COMPLIANCE PROGRAM REASONABLY DESIGNED TO DETECT AND CAUSE THE REPORTING OF SUSPICIOUS TRANSACTIONS. THE FINDINGS STATED THAT THE FIRM INTRODUCED THREE NEW TRANSACTION MONITORING RULES THAT WERE INTENDED TO IDENTIFY RED FLAGS OF SUSPICIOUS MONEY MOVEMENTS. HOWEVER, THE FIRM CONFIGURED THE PARAMETERS AND THRESHOLDS OF THESE MONITORING RULES IN A MANNER THAT DID NOT CAPTURE MANY OF THE TYPES OF TRANSACTIONS THE RULES WERE INTENDED TO DETECT. THE FIRM CONFIGURED ONE MONITORING RULE TO TRIGGER ALERTS BASED ON AN ACCOUNT'S MARGIN BALANCE, WHICH WAS TYPICALLY LESS THAN THE MINIMUM THRESHOLD BALANCE, INSTEAD OF THE ACCOUNT BALANCE. THE SECOND MONITORING RULE FAILED TO TRIGGER USEFUL ALERTS BECAUSE THE THRESHOLDS FOR TOTAL CREDITS WERE SET TOO HIGH. THE THIRD MONITORING RULE GENERATED A HIGH VOLUME OF FALSE POSITIVES BECAUSE IT CAPTURED ROUTINE TRANSFERS BETWEEN ACCOUNTS BELONGING TO THE SAME PERSON OR RELATED PARTIES. BECAUSE THE FIRM IMPROPERLY CONFIGURED THE PARAMETERS AND THRESHOLDS OF THESE MONITORING RULES, THEY EITHER FAILED TO GENERATE USEFUL ALERTS OR OTHERWISE DID NOT IDENTIFY RED FLAGS OF SUSPICIOUS MONEY MOVEMENTS THAT THE FIRM SHOULD HAVE INVESTIGATED. IN PRACTICE THE FIRM FAILED TO EFFECTIVELY REVIEW THE MONITORING RULES TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE RULES WERE IDENTIFYING SUSPICIOUS MONEY MOVEMENTS IN CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS SO AS TO ENABLE THE FIRM TO INVESTIGATE AND REPORT THE SUSPICIOUS TRANSACTIONS. IN ADDITION, THE FIRM DELEGATED TO TWO DIFFERENT GROUPS RESPONSIBILITIES FOR ASSESSING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE TRANSACTION MONITORING RULES AND FOR DECOMMISSIONING INEFFECTIVE RULES, BUT THE FIRM DID NOT HAVE PROCEDURES FOR THE TWO GROUPS TO COORDINATE OR ESCALATE CONCERNS. CONSEQUENTLY, THE THREE RULES THAT FAILED TO GENERATE USEFUL ALERTS REMAINED IN PLACE FOR YEARS AND THE FIRM FAILED TO IDENTIFY, INVESTIGATE, AND REPORT SUSPICIOUS TRANSACTIONS THAT THESE RULES WERE DESIGNED TO DETECT. THE FIRM ULTIMATELY UPDATED ITS PROCEDURES TO REQUIRE PERIODIC ASSESSMENTS OF ITS AUTOMATED TRANSACTION MONITORING RULES TO DETERMINE WHETHER THEY ARE EFFECTIVELY ENABLING THE FIRM TO DETECT AND CAUSE THE REPORTING OF SUSPICIOUS TRANSACTIONS. 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): 07/28/2026 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: $ 275,000.00 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 FIRM WAS CENSURED AND FINED $275,000. 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).
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- Regulator name — filed text
- MISSISSIPPI
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 22,188.90
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
RBC CHARGED UNREASONABLE COMMISSIONS ON CERTAIN SMALL PRINCIPAL EQUITY TRANSACTIONS. THE FIRM WAS ORDERED TO PAY RESTITUTION IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,188.90 TO MISSISSIPPI CUSTOMERS AND AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY OF $20,000.
Sanction detail — filed text
RBC CHARGED UNREASONABLE COMMISSIONS ON CERTAIN SMALL PRINCIPAL EQUITY TRANSACTIONS. THE FIRM WAS ORDERED TO PAY RESTITUTION IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,188.90 TO MISSISSIPPI CUSTOMERS AND AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY OF $20,000.
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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 No Information Filed 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) MISSISSIPPI 2. Principal Sanction: Restitution Other Sanctions: ADMINISTRATIVE FINE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/20/2025 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: LS-25-8156 HTTPS://WWW.SOS.MS.GOV/SECURITIES/SECURITIES-ENFORCEMENT-ACTIONS 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): RBC CHARGED UNREASONABLE COMMISSIONS ON CERTAIN SMALL PRINCIPAL EQUITY TRANSACTIONS. THE FIRM WAS ORDERED TO PAY RESTITUTION IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,188.90 TO MISSISSIPPI CUSTOMERS AND AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY OF $20,000. 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: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 02/20/2026 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: $ 22,188.90 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: RBC CHARGED UNREASONABLE COMMISSIONS ON CERTAIN SMALL PRINCIPAL EQUITY TRANSACTIONS. THE FIRM WAS ORDERED TO PAY RESTITUTION IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,188.90 TO MISSISSIPPI CUSTOMERS AND AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY OF $20,000. 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).
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- Regulator name — filed text
- DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA - DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE, SECURITIES AND BANKING.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 20,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Action status / disposition — filed text
THE ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF $20,000.00 RECEIVED.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE RESPONDENT CHARGED COMMISSIONS IN EXCESS OF 5% OF THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT ON 89,000 EQUITY TRANSACTIONS OVER A FIVE-YEAR PERIOD, TOTALING $3,400,000.00.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE RESPONDENT SHALL PAY AN ADMINISTRATIVE FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,000 WITHIN 15 DAYS. THIS ORDER WAIVES ANY DISQUALIFICATION IN THE LAWS OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
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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 No Information Filed 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) DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA - DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE, SECURITIES AND BANKING. 2. Principal Sanction: Cease and Desist Other Sanctions: CENSURE, RESTITUTION, CIVIL AND ADMINISTRATIVE FINES 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/03/2026 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: SB-CO-07-25 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: Equity - OTC Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): THE RESPONDENT CHARGED COMMISSIONS IN EXCESS OF 5% OF THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT ON 89,000 EQUITY TRANSACTIONS OVER A FIVE-YEAR PERIOD, TOTALING $3,400,000.00. 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): 06/03/2026 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: $ 20,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: RESTITUTION AMOUNT $18,479.25 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 RESPONDENT SHALL PAY AN ADMINISTRATIVE FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,000 WITHIN 15 DAYS. THIS ORDER WAIVES ANY DISQUALIFICATION IN THE LAWS OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. 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 ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF $20,000.00 RECEIVED.
regulatory · block 35PDF pages 341–344
- Regulator name — filed text
- NEW HAMPSHIRE SECURITIES REGULATION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 25,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Action status / disposition — filed text
SEE ABOVE DRP Pages
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IN 2023, RBC AGENT'S MOM AND STEP-DAD BECAME INCAPACITATED AND POA, AGENTS BROTHER, HAD AUTHORITY OVER THEIR INVESTMENT ACCOUNTS. AGENT WAS CONFLICTED BECAUSE HE WAS A NAMED BENEFICIARY AND THERE WAS A FAMILY DISPUTE OVER MOM'S AFFAIRS. AGENT DID NOT STEP AWAY FROM THE ACCOUNTS AND RBC ALLOWED MOM TO MAKE DECISIONS OVER THE ACCOUNTS BENEFICIARIES AND THE POA WITHOUT OBTAINING A LETTER OF RENEWED CAPACITY FROM A PHYSICIAN.
Sanction detail — filed text
N/A
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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 No Information Filed 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 HAMPSHIRE SECURITIES REGULATION 2. Principal Sanction: Cease and Desist Other Sanctions: FINE, COSTS AND UNDERTAKINGS 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 08/21/2026 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: COM2024-0002 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IN 2023, RBC AGENT'S MOM AND STEP-DAD BECAME INCAPACITATED AND POA, AGENTS BROTHER, HAD AUTHORITY OVER THEIR INVESTMENT ACCOUNTS. AGENT WAS CONFLICTED BECAUSE HE WAS A NAMED BENEFICIARY AND THERE WAS A FAMILY DISPUTE OVER MOM'S AFFAIRS. AGENT DID NOT STEP AWAY FROM THE ACCOUNTS AND RBC ALLOWED MOM TO MAKE DECISIONS OVER THE ACCOUNTS BENEFICIARIES AND THE POA WITHOUT OBTAINING A LETTER OF RENEWED CAPACITY FROM A PHYSICIAN. 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: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 08/21/2026 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: $ 25,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: COSTS $20000.00 AND UNDERTAKINGS. RBC MUST DO A COMPLIANCE REVIEW OF ITS P&P SURROUNDING POAS AND MAKE RECOMMENDED CHANGES AND PROVIDE A FINAL REPORT TO THE BUREAU 90 DAYS FROM THE CONSENT DATE. 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: N/A 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). SEE ABOVE DRP Pages
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