Assets under management Growth by Quarter
Quarterly points use the latest ADV filing or SEC roster snapshot available in each quarter.
Private Funds
Private funds reported by Jefferies Credit Partners Europe Limited
Employee Growth by Quarter
Quarterly points use the latest ADV filing or SEC roster snapshot available in each quarter.
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Ownership
Reported direct and indirect ownership ranges
Reported ownership ranges
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Reported ownership and control details
Form ADV · Filing date 2026-03-31 · Schedules A and B
| # | Owner / person & role | Interest in entity | Reported interest | Control person | Title / status acquired | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | John Patrick KenneySENIOR VICE PRESIDENTIndividual | JEFFERIES CREDIT PARTNERS EUROPE LIMITED | Less than 5%Code NA | Yes | SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT09/2024 | Schedule APDF page 22 |
| 2 | JEFFERIES CREDIT PARTNERS LLCSHAREHOLDERDomestic entity | JEFFERIES CREDIT PARTNERS EUROPE LIMITED | 75% or moreCode E | Yes | SHAREHOLDER04/2024 | Schedule APDF page 22 |
| 3 | JAMES PEARCECHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, DIRECTORIndividual | JEFFERIES CREDIT PARTNERS EUROPE LIMITED | Less than 5%Code NA | Yes | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, DIRECTOR09/2024 | Schedule APDF page 22 |
| 4 | THOMAS GRENVILLECHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICERIndividual | JEFFERIES CREDIT PARTNERS EUROPE LIMITED | Less than 5%Code NA | Yes | CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER09/2024 | Schedule APDF page 22 |
| 5 | JEFFERIES FINANCE LLCMEMBERDomestic entity | JEFFERIES CREDIT PARTNERS LLC | 75% or moreCode E | Yes | MEMBER08/2004 | Schedule BPDF page 23 |
| 6 | MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANYMEMBERDomestic entity | JEFFERIES FINANCE LLC | 50% to less than 75%Code D | No | MEMBER01/2024 | Schedule BPDF page 23 |
| 7 | JEFFERIES FINANCIAL GROUP INCMEMBERDomestic entity | JEFFERIES FINANCE LLC | 50% to less than 75%Code D | No | MEMBER08/2004 | Schedule BPDF page 23 |
Less than 5% may include zero. Code F identifies a role without specifying a percentage. Reported interests may overlap and may not include every owner. Total indirect ownership is not calculated.
Compliance & Disclosures
Filing dated 3/31/2026 4:44:26 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 No
Has the SEC or CFTC ever:
- C1Found you or an advisory affiliate made a false statement or omission?No
- C2Found you or an advisory affiliate violated SEC or CFTC regulations or statutes?No
- C3Found you or an advisory affiliate caused an investment-related business to have its authorization to do business denied, suspended, revoked, or restricted?No
- C4Entered an order against you or an advisory affiliate in connection with investment-related activity?No
- C5Imposed a civil money penalty on you or an advisory affiliate, or ordered you or an advisory affiliate to cease and desist from any activity?No
DOther regulatory actions2 Yes3 No
Has any other federal regulatory agency, state regulatory agency, or foreign financial regulatory authority ever:
- D1Found you or an advisory affiliate made a false statement or omission, or was dishonest, unfair, or unethical?No
- D2Found you or an advisory affiliate violated investment-related regulations or statutes?Yes
- D3Found you or an advisory affiliate caused an investment-related business to have its authorization to do business denied, suspended, revoked, or restricted?No
- D4In the past ten years, entered an order against you or an advisory affiliate in connection with investment-related activity?Yes
- D5Denied, suspended, or revoked your or an advisory affiliate’s registration or license, or otherwise prevented association with an investment-related business or restricted activities?No
ESelf-regulatory organization actions4 No
Has a self-regulatory organization or commodities exchange ever:
- E1Found you or an advisory affiliate made a false statement or omission?No
- E2Found you or an advisory affiliate violated its rules, other than a violation designated as a minor rule violation under an SEC-approved plan?No
- E3Found you or an advisory affiliate caused an investment-related business to have its authorization to do business denied, suspended, revoked, or restricted?No
- E4Disciplined you or an advisory affiliate by expulsion, suspension, barring association with other members, or otherwise restricting activities?No
FProfessional authorizations1 No
- FHas an authorization to act as an attorney, accountant, or federal contractor granted to you or an advisory affiliate ever been revoked or suspended?No
GPending regulatory proceedings1 No
- GAre you or any advisory affiliate now the subject of a regulatory proceeding that could result in a “Yes” answer to any part of C, D, or E?No
HCivil judicial actions and proceedings4 No
(1) Court actions
Has a domestic or foreign court:
- H(1)(a)In the past ten years, enjoined you or an advisory affiliate in connection with investment-related activity?No
- H(1)(b)Found that you or an advisory affiliate violated investment-related statutes or regulations?No
- H(1)(c)Dismissed, pursuant to a settlement agreement, an investment-related civil action brought against you or an advisory affiliate by a state or foreign financial regulatory authority?No
(2) Pending civil proceedings
- H(2)Are you or any advisory affiliate now the subject of a civil proceeding that could result in a “Yes” answer to any part of H(1)?No
Additional DRP filings 7 source blocks
Verbatim excerpts from supporting DRP filings, which may concern the firm or advisory affiliates. Amounts retain their filed labels; no total or attribution is inferred.
regulatory · block 1MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANYPDF pages 23–25
- Advisory affiliate name — filed text
- MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
- Regulator name — filed text
- MARYLAND INSURANCE ADMINISTRATION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 1,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Order
Action status / disposition — filed text
THE STATE OF MARYLAND DETERMINED THAT MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ("MASSMUTUAL") VIOLATED CODE OF MARYLAND REGULATIONS ("COMAR") 31.09.15.11 AND THEREFORE SUBSECTION 4-113 OF THE INSURANCE ARTICLE BY FAILING TO SEND ANNUAL REPORTS TO AN INSURED IN 2020 AND 2021. THE ADMINISTRATION DID NOT FIND A VIOLATION BY MASSMUTUAL IN ITS OTHER ACTIONS COMPLAINED OF BY THE COMPLAINANT. THE MARYLAND INSURANCE COMMISSION ENTERED AN ORDER AGAINST MASSMUTUAL, AND WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE DATE OF THE ORDER, MASSMUTUAL WILL PAY AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY OF $1,000.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IN 2003, THE INSURED PURCHASED A FLEXIBLE PREMIUM ADJUSTABLE LIFE INSURANCE POLICY WITH A FACE AMOUNT OF $500,000. IT WAS ALLEGED THAT MASSMUTUAL RAISED THE PREMIUMS AND CHANGED AND CANCELLED THE POLICY WITHOUT NOTIFYING THE INSURED. THE INSURED FURTHER ALLEGED THAT THE AGENT DID NOT EXPLAIN THAT THE PREMIUM WOULD BE ADJSUTED ANNUALLY AND THAT THE AGENT MISREPRESENTED THE PRODUCT.
Sanction detail — filed text
THE MARYLAND INSURANCE COMMISSION ENTERED AN ORDER AGAINST MASSMUTUAL, AND WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE DATE OF THE ORDER, MASSMUTUAL WILL PAY AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY OF $1,000.
Full extracted filing text
Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D.,
11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File
with a completed Execution Page.
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the
same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A. The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name).
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD
Number:
This advisory affiliate is
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE
INSURANCE COMPANY
(For individuals, Last, First,
Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is
registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the
adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item
11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any
event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the
circumstances:
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to
the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
Yes
No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1. Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC
Other Federal
State
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO)
MARYLAND INSURANCE ADMINISTRATION
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
04/12/2022
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
MIA-2023-04-018
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Insurance
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
IN 2003, THE INSURED PURCHASED A FLEXIBLE PREMIUM ADJUSTABLE LIFE INSURANCE POLICY WITH A FACE AMOUNT OF $500,000. IT WAS ALLEGED
THAT MASSMUTUAL RAISED THE PREMIUMS AND CHANGED AND CANCELLED THE POLICY WITHOUT NOTIFYING THE INSURED. THE INSURED FURTHER
ALLEGED THAT THE AGENT DID NOT EXPLAIN THAT THE PREMIUM WOULD BE ADJSUTED ANNUALLY AND THAT THE AGENT MISREPRESENTED THE
PRODUCT.
8.
Current Status?
Pending
On Appeal
Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
Order
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
04/26/2023
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A. Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 1,000.00
Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
Disgorgement/Restitution
Censure
Cease and Desist/Injunction
Bar
Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal,
Financial Operations Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to
requalify/retrain, type of exam required and whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution,
disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion
of penalty was waived:
THE MARYLAND INSURANCE COMMISSION ENTERED AN ORDER AGAINST MASSMUTUAL, AND WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE DATE OF THE ORDER,
MASSMUTUAL WILL PAY AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY OF $1,000.
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response
must fit within the space provided).
THE STATE OF MARYLAND DETERMINED THAT MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ("MASSMUTUAL") VIOLATED CODE OF MARYLAND
REGULATIONS ("COMAR") 31.09.15.11 AND THEREFORE SUBSECTION 4-113 OF THE INSURANCE ARTICLE BY FAILING TO SEND ANNUAL REPORTS TO AN
INSURED IN 2020 AND 2021. THE ADMINISTRATION DID NOT FIND A VIOLATION BY MASSMUTUAL IN ITS OTHER ACTIONS COMPLAINED OF BY THE
COMPLAINANT. THE MARYLAND INSURANCE COMMISSION ENTERED AN ORDER AGAINST MASSMUTUAL, AND WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE DATE OF THE
ORDER, MASSMUTUAL WILL PAY AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY OF $1,000.regulatory · block 2MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANYPDF pages 25–27
- Advisory affiliate name — filed text
- MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
- Regulator name — filed text
- STATE OF DELAWARE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 133,500.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Action status / disposition — filed text
THE DEPARTMENT, THROUGH ITS EXAMINERS, CONDUCTED A TARGET MARKET CONDUCT EXAMINATION OF MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY'S AFFAIRS AND PRACTICES AS OF MARCH 31, 2024. THE DEPARTMENT PROVIDED MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WITH A VERIFIED WRITTEN REPORT OF THE EXAMINATION AND MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY REVIEWED AND PROVIDED THE DEPARTMENT WITH COMMENTS ON THE EXAMINATION REPORT. THE DEPARTMENT THROUGH ITS EXAMINERS PREPARED A FINAL REPORT OF THE EXAMINATION DATED AS OF MARCH 31, 2024 (THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT). THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT CONCLUDED THAT MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY'S PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES DID NOT COMPLY WITH STATUTORY AND REGULATORY PROVISIONS. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ACCEPTED THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT AND WAIVED ANY RIGHT TO A HEARING AND AGREED THAT THE DEPARTMENT MAY FILE THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT WITHOUT ANY FURTHER MODIFICATIONS. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY PAID AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATIONS IN THE AMOUNT OF $133,500.00 ON MAY 6, 2025. THE DEPARTMENT WILL POST A COPY OF THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT AND THE STIPULATION AND CONSENT ON THE DEPARTMENT'S PUBLIC WEBSITE. WITHIN 1 YEAR OF THE DATE OF THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT, THE DEPARTMENT MAY RE-EXAMINE THE EXCEPTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS IN THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT AND DETERMINE WHETHER THE CORRECTIVE ACTIONS WERE APPROPRIATE, PROPERLY IMPLEMENTED AND EFFECTIVE.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
IT WAS ALLEGED THAT MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY'S PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES DID NOT COMPLY WITH STATUTORY AND REGULATORY PROVISIONS: 18 DEL ADMIN. C.§12034.0 LIFE INSURANCE SOLICITATION DEFINITIONS; 18 DEL. ADMIN C. §12045.2 DUTIES OF AGENTS AND BROKERS; 18 DEL. C. §1204.7.1 DUTIES OF INSURERS THAT USE AGENTS OR BROKERS; 18 DEL. ADMIN. C. §12047.4 STANDARDS FOR BASIC ILLUSTRATIONS.
Sanction detail — filed text
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY PAID AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY OF $133,500.00 ON MAY 6, 2025. NO PORTION OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY WAS 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 CRD Number: This advisory affiliate is a Firm an Individual Registered: Yes No Name: MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY (For individuals, Last, First, Middle) This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor. If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: B. If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided. Yes No NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records. PART II 1. Regulatory Action initiated by: SEC Other Federal State SRO Foreign (Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) STATE OF DELAWARE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 03/31/2024 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT 4. Docket/Case Number: DOCKET NO. 5635 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Insurance Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): IT WAS ALLEGED THAT MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY'S PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES DID NOT COMPLY WITH STATUTORY AND REGULATORY PROVISIONS: 18 DEL ADMIN. C.§12034.0 LIFE INSURANCE SOLICITATION DEFINITIONS; 18 DEL. ADMIN C. §12045.2 DUTIES OF AGENTS AND BROKERS; 18 DEL. C. §1204.7.1 DUTIES OF INSURERS THAT USE AGENTS OR BROKERS; 18 DEL. ADMIN. C. §12047.4 STANDARDS FOR BASIC ILLUSTRATIONS. 8. Current Status? Pending On Appeal Final 9. If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed: If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only. 10. How was matter resolved: Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC) 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 05/08/2025 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 12. Resolution Detail: A. Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)? Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 133,500.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: RESPONDENT SHALL IMMEDIATELY IMPLEMENT CORRECTIVE ACTIONS FOR ANY AND ALL EXCEPTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS INCLUDED IN THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT AND SHALL REPORT THE COMPLETION OF THE CORRECTIVE ACTIONS TO THE DEPARTMENT WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE DATE OF THE CONSENT ORDER. Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY PAID AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY OF $133,500.00 ON MAY 6, 2025. NO PORTION OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE 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 DEPARTMENT, THROUGH ITS EXAMINERS, CONDUCTED A TARGET MARKET CONDUCT EXAMINATION OF MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY'S AFFAIRS AND PRACTICES AS OF MARCH 31, 2024. THE DEPARTMENT PROVIDED MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WITH A VERIFIED WRITTEN REPORT OF THE EXAMINATION AND MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY REVIEWED AND PROVIDED THE DEPARTMENT WITH COMMENTS ON THE EXAMINATION REPORT. THE DEPARTMENT THROUGH ITS EXAMINERS PREPARED A FINAL REPORT OF THE EXAMINATION DATED AS OF MARCH 31, 2024 (THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT). THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT CONCLUDED THAT MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY'S PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES DID NOT COMPLY WITH STATUTORY AND REGULATORY PROVISIONS. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ACCEPTED THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT AND WAIVED ANY RIGHT TO A HEARING AND AGREED THAT THE DEPARTMENT MAY FILE THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT WITHOUT ANY FURTHER MODIFICATIONS. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY PAID AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATIONS IN THE AMOUNT OF $133,500.00 ON MAY 6, 2025. THE DEPARTMENT WILL POST A COPY OF THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT AND THE STIPULATION AND CONSENT ON THE DEPARTMENT'S PUBLIC WEBSITE. WITHIN 1 YEAR OF THE DATE OF THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT, THE DEPARTMENT MAY RE-EXAMINE THE EXCEPTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS IN THE FINAL EXAMINATION REPORT AND DETERMINE WHETHER THE CORRECTIVE ACTIONS WERE APPROPRIATE, PROPERLY IMPLEMENTED AND EFFECTIVE.
regulatory · block 3MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANYPDF pages 27–29
- Advisory affiliate name — filed text
- MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 7,500.00
Action status / disposition — filed text
HUD'S MORTGAGE REVIEW BOARD ISSUED A NOTICE OF VIOLATION AND A NOTICE OF INTENT TO SEEK CIVIL MONEY PENALTIES INFORMING MASSMUTUAL OF HUD'S INTENT TO TAKE AN ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION OR IMPOSE CIVIL MONEY PENALTIES PURSUANT TO 12 U.S.C. § 1708 AND 1735F 14, AND 24 C.F.R. PARTS 25 AND 30, ON THE BASIS OF MASSMUTUAL'S FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH HUD-FHA'S ANNUAL CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS WITH RESPECT TO FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 2012. THE BOARD THEN ISSUED A NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION WITHDRAWING MASSMUTUAL'S FHA APPROVAL. MASSMUTUAL HAS SINCE SUBMITTED THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION AND PAID A $7,500 CIVIL MONETARY PENALTY. THE MORTGAGE REVIEW BOARD HAS RESCINDED THE NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION AND REINSTATED MASSMUTUAL AS AN APPROVED TITLE II MORTGAGEE. ON NOVEMBER 17, 2014, AN ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE WITH HUD'S OFFICE OF HEARINGS AND APPEALS DISMISSED THE MATTER, WITH PREJUDICE.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an INITIAL OR AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV. Regulatory Action Check item(s) being responded to: 11.C(1) 11.C(2) 11.C(3) 11.C(4) 11.C(5) 11.D(1) 11.D(2) 11.D(3) 11.D(4) 11.D(5) 11.E(1) 11.E(2) 11.E(3) 11.E(4) 11.F. 11.G. Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed Execution Page. One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP. PART I A. The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are): You (the advisory firm) You and one or more of your advisory affiliates One or more of your advisory affiliates If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box. ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE CRD Number: 2682 This advisory affiliate is a Firm an Individual Registered: Yes No Name: MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY (For individuals, Last, First, Middle) This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor. If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: B. If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided. Yes No NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records. PART II 1. Regulatory Action initiated by: SEC Other Federal State SRO Foreign (Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 2. Principal Sanction: Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 10/17/2013 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): 11/17/2014 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: $ 7,500.00 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: 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). HUD'S MORTGAGE REVIEW BOARD ISSUED A NOTICE OF VIOLATION AND A NOTICE OF INTENT TO SEEK CIVIL MONEY PENALTIES INFORMING MASSMUTUAL OF HUD'S INTENT TO TAKE AN ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION OR IMPOSE CIVIL MONEY PENALTIES PURSUANT TO 12 U.S.C. § 1708 AND 1735F 14, AND 24 C.F.R. PARTS 25 AND 30, ON THE BASIS OF MASSMUTUAL'S FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH HUD-FHA'S ANNUAL CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS WITH RESPECT TO FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 2012. THE BOARD THEN ISSUED A NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION WITHDRAWING MASSMUTUAL'S FHA APPROVAL. MASSMUTUAL HAS SINCE SUBMITTED THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION AND PAID A $7,500 CIVIL MONETARY PENALTY. THE MORTGAGE REVIEW BOARD HAS RESCINDED THE NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION AND REINSTATED MASSMUTUAL AS AN APPROVED TITLE II MORTGAGEE. ON NOVEMBER 17, 2014, AN ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE WITH HUD'S OFFICE OF HEARINGS AND APPEALS DISMISSED THE MATTER, WITH PREJUDICE.
regulatory · block 4MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANYPDF pages 29–31
- Advisory affiliate name — filed text
- MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
- Regulator name — filed text
- STATE OF CONNECTICUT INSURANCE DEPARTMENT
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 61,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Stipulation and Consent
Action status / disposition — filed text
A MARKET CONDUCT EXAMINATION BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT, DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE WAS CONDUCTED FOR THE PERIOD JANUARY 1, 2014 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2016 OF MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ("MASSMUTUAL") IS THE ULTIMATE PARENT OF MML INVESTORS SERVICES, LLC ("MML INVESTORS SERVICES"). AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE EXAMINATION, THE INSURANCE DEPARTMENT ALLEGED THAT MASSMUTUAL VIOLATED SUBSECTIONS 38A-15 AND 38A-702M OF THE CONNECTICUT GENERAL STATUTES. DURING THE PERIOD UNDER EXAMINATION (JANUARY 1, 2014-DECEMBER 31, 2016), THE CONNECTICUT INSURANCE DEPARTMENT ALLEGED THAT MASSMUTUAL IN CERTAIN INSTANCES, FAILED TO FOLLOW ESTABLISHED PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS RESULTING IN INSTANCES OF: 35 PRODUCERS ACTING AS AGENTS WITHOUT BEING APPOINTED; 1 INSTANCE WHERE IT FAILED TO RETURN PREMIUM IN A TIMELY MANNER; 5 INSTANCES WHERE IT FAILED TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION FOR REGULATORY REVIEW; AND 1 INSTANCE WHERE IT FAILED TO RESPOND TIMELY TO A WRITTEN REQUEST FOR INFORMATION. MASSMUTUAL AGREED TO PROVIDE THE DEPARTMENT WITH A SUMMARY OF ACTIONS TAKEN TO COMPLY WITH THE RECOMMENDATIONS IN THE MARKET CONDUCT REPORT WITHIN 90 DAYS AND MASSMUTUAL AGREED TO PAY A FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $61,000.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT INSURANCE DEPARTMENT CONDUCTED A MARKET CONDUCT EXAMINATION FOR THE PERIOD JANUARY 1, 2014 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2016 OF MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ("MASSMUTUAL"). MASSMUTUAL IS THE PARENT OF MML INVESTMENT ADVISERS, LLC. AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE EXAMINATION, THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT INSURANCE DEPARTMENT ALLEGED THAT MASSMUTUAL VIOLATED SUBSECTIONS 38A-15 AND 38A-702M OF THE CONNECTICUT GENERAL STATUTES.
Sanction detail — filed text
MASSMUTUAL AGREED TO PROVIDE THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT INSURANCE DEPARTMENT WITH A SUMMARY OF ACTIONS TAKEN TO COMPLY WITH THE RECOMMENDATIONS IN THE MARKET CONDUCT REPORT WITHIN 90 DAYS AND MASSMUTUAL AGREED TO PAY A FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $61,000.
Full extracted filing text
Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D.,
11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File
with a completed Execution Page.
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the
same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A. The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name).
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD
Number:
2682
This advisory affiliate is
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE
INSURANCE COMPANY
(For individuals, Last, First,
Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is
registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the
adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item
11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any
event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the
circumstances:
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to
the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
Yes
No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1. Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC
Other Federal
State
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO)
STATE OF CONNECTICUT INSURANCE DEPARTMENT
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
10/03/2017
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT INSURANCE DEPARTMENT CONDUCTED A MARKET CONDUCT EXAMINATION FOR THE PERIOD JANUARY 1, 2014 THROUGH
DECEMBER 31, 2016 OF MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ("MASSMUTUAL"). MASSMUTUAL IS THE PARENT OF MML INVESTMENT
ADVISERS, LLC. AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE EXAMINATION, THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT INSURANCE DEPARTMENT ALLEGED THAT MASSMUTUAL
VIOLATED SUBSECTIONS 38A-15 AND 38A-702M OF THE CONNECTICUT GENERAL STATUTES.
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):
04/26/2019
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A. Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 61,000.00
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:
MASSMUTUAL AGREED TO PROVIDE THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT INSURANCE DEPARTMENT WITH A SUMMARY OF ACTIONS TAKEN TO COMPLY
WITH THE RECOMMENDATIONS IN THE MARKET CONDUCT REPORT WITHIN 90 DAYS AND MASSMUTUAL AGREED TO PAY A FINE IN THE AMOUNT
OF $61,000.
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).
A MARKET CONDUCT EXAMINATION BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT, DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE WAS CONDUCTED FOR THE PERIOD JANUARY 1, 2014
THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2016 OF MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
("MASSMUTUAL") IS THE ULTIMATE PARENT OF MML INVESTORS SERVICES, LLC ("MML INVESTORS SERVICES"). AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE
EXAMINATION, THE INSURANCE DEPARTMENT ALLEGED THAT MASSMUTUAL VIOLATED SUBSECTIONS 38A-15 AND 38A-702M OF THE CONNECTICUT
GENERAL STATUTES. DURING THE PERIOD UNDER EXAMINATION (JANUARY 1, 2014-DECEMBER 31, 2016), THE CONNECTICUT INSURANCE DEPARTMENT
ALLEGED THAT MASSMUTUAL IN CERTAIN INSTANCES, FAILED TO FOLLOW ESTABLISHED PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH
STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS RESULTING IN INSTANCES OF: 35 PRODUCERS ACTING AS AGENTS WITHOUT BEING APPOINTED; 1 INSTANCE WHERE IT
FAILED TO RETURN PREMIUM IN A TIMELY MANNER; 5 INSTANCES WHERE IT FAILED TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION FOR REGULATORY REVIEW; AND 1
INSTANCE WHERE IT FAILED TO RESPOND TIMELY TO A WRITTEN REQUEST FOR INFORMATION. MASSMUTUAL AGREED TO PROVIDE THE DEPARTMENT
WITH A SUMMARY OF ACTIONS TAKEN TO COMPLY WITH THE RECOMMENDATIONS IN THE MARKET CONDUCT REPORT WITHIN 90 DAYS AND
MASSMUTUAL AGREED TO PAY A FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $61,000.regulatory · block 5MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANYPDF pages 31–33
- Advisory affiliate name — filed text
- MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
- Regulator name — filed text
- NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES ("DFS")
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 692,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Action status / disposition — filed text
MASSMUTUAL AGREED TO PAY A CIVIL MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $692,000. MASSMUTUAL AND DFS AGREED UPON RESTITUTION AND REMEDIATION FOR THE AFFECTED CONTRACT HOLDERS OF THE REPLACEMENT CONTRACTS. WITHIN 30 DAYS, ALL AFFECTED CONTRACT HOLDERS OR BENEFICIARIES WILL BE PROVIDED WITH NOTICES AND CHECKS OR OTHER PAYMENT MEANS APPROVED BY THE DFS IN THE REQUIRED AMOUNTS. MASSMUTUAL WILL PROVIDE DFS QUARTERLY REPORTS DETAILING THE NUMBER OF CHECKS MAILED, TOTAL AMOUNT OR INDIVIDUAL CHECKS, AND THE NUMBER OF CHECKS DEPOSITED, UNDELIVERED, AND/OR NOT DEPOSITED.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES ("DFS") COMMENCED AN INVESTIGATION FOR THE PERIOD OF 1/1/2012-5/31/2018. DURING ITS INVESTIGATION, DFS IDENTIFIED A PRACTICE ARISING FROM THE REPLACEMENT OF DEFERRED ANNUITY CONTRACTS WITH IMMEDIATE INCOME ANNUITY CONTRACTS IN VIOLATION OF THE DISCLOSURE AND SUITABILITY REQUIREMENTS OF NEW YORK REGULATIONS 60 AND 187. IT WAS ALLEGED THAT MASSMUTUAL SOLD OR ISSUED 692 REPLACEMENT CONTRACTS TO CONSUMERS WITHOUT REASONABLE BASES TO BELIEVE THE ANNUITIES AT ISSUE WERE SUITABLE IN SOME INSTANCES, AND WITHOUT PROVIDING CONSUMERS WITH THE REQUIRED ANNUITIZATION INFORMATION FOR REPLACED DEFERRED ANNUITIES. IT WAS ALSO ALLEGED THAT MASSMUTUAL DID NOT ESTABLISH A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RULE 187 IN CONNECTION WITH THE DEFERRED-TO-IMMEDIATE REPLACEMENTS AT ISSUE.
Sanction detail — filed text
MASSMUTUAL AND DFS AGREED UPON RESTITUTION AND REMEDIATION FOR THE AFFECTED CONTRACT HOLDERS OF THE REPLACEMENT CONTRACTS, AND WITHIN 30 DAYS, ALL AFFECTED CONTRACT HOLDERS OR BENEFICIARIES WILL BE PROVIDED WITH NOTICES AND CHECKS OR OTHER PAYMENT MEANS APPROVED BY THE DFS IN THE REQUIRED AMOUNTS. MASSMUTUAL WILL PROVIDE THE DFS QUARTERLY REPORTS DETAILING THE NUMBER OF CHECKS MAILED, TOTAL AMOUNT OR INDIVIDUAL CHECKS AND THE NUMBER OF CHECKS DEPOSITED, UNDELIVERED AND OR NOT DEPOSITED.
Full extracted filing text
Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D.,
11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File
with a completed Execution Page.
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the
same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A. The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name).
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD
Number:
2682
This advisory affiliate is
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE
INSURANCE COMPANY
(For individuals, Last, First,
Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is
registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the
adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item
11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any
event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the
circumstances:
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to
the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
Yes
No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1. Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC
Other Federal
State
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO)
NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES ("DFS")
2.
Principal Sanction:
Other
Other Sanctions:
RESTITUTION AND REMEDIATION
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
01/01/2012
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:
REPLACEMENT OF DEFERRED ANNUITY CONTRACTS WITH IMMEDIATE INCOME ANNUITY CONTRACTS
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
THE NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES ("DFS") COMMENCED AN INVESTIGATION FOR THE PERIOD OF 1/1/2012-5/31/2018.
DURING ITS INVESTIGATION, DFS IDENTIFIED A PRACTICE ARISING FROM THE REPLACEMENT OF DEFERRED ANNUITY CONTRACTS WITH IMMEDIATE
INCOME ANNUITY CONTRACTS IN VIOLATION OF THE DISCLOSURE AND SUITABILITY REQUIREMENTS OF NEW YORK REGULATIONS 60 AND 187. IT WAS
ALLEGED THAT MASSMUTUAL SOLD OR ISSUED 692 REPLACEMENT CONTRACTS TO CONSUMERS WITHOUT REASONABLE BASES TO BELIEVE THE
ANNUITIES AT ISSUE WERE SUITABLE IN SOME INSTANCES, AND WITHOUT PROVIDING CONSUMERS WITH THE REQUIRED ANNUITIZATION
INFORMATION FOR REPLACED DEFERRED ANNUITIES. IT WAS ALSO ALLEGED THAT MASSMUTUAL DID NOT ESTABLISH A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM
DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH RULE 187 IN CONNECTION WITH THE DEFERRED-TO-IMMEDIATE REPLACEMENTS AT ISSUE.
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):
04/09/2020
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A. Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 692,000.00
Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
Disgorgement/Restitution
Censure
Cease and Desist/Injunction
Bar
Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
PAY THE MONETARY PENALTY IN THE AMOUNT OF OF $692,000 WITHIN 10 DAYS OF THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THE CONSENT. WITHIN 30 DAYS,
PROVIDE ALL AFFECTED CONTRACT HOLDERS OR BENEFICIARIES NOTICES OR CHECKS OR OTHER PAYMENT MEANS APPROVED BY DFS THE
REQUIRED AMOUNTS
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:
MASSMUTUAL AND DFS AGREED UPON RESTITUTION AND REMEDIATION FOR THE AFFECTED CONTRACT HOLDERS OF THE REPLACEMENT
CONTRACTS, AND WITHIN 30 DAYS, ALL AFFECTED CONTRACT HOLDERS OR BENEFICIARIES WILL BE PROVIDED WITH NOTICES AND CHECKS OR
OTHER PAYMENT MEANS APPROVED BY THE DFS IN THE REQUIRED AMOUNTS. MASSMUTUAL WILL PROVIDE THE DFS QUARTERLY REPORTS
DETAILING THE NUMBER OF CHECKS MAILED, TOTAL AMOUNT OR INDIVIDUAL CHECKS AND THE NUMBER OF CHECKS DEPOSITED, UNDELIVERED
AND OR NOT DEPOSITED.
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).
MASSMUTUAL AGREED TO PAY A CIVIL MONETARY FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $692,000. MASSMUTUAL AND DFS AGREED UPON RESTITUTION AND
REMEDIATION FOR THE AFFECTED CONTRACT HOLDERS OF THE REPLACEMENT CONTRACTS. WITHIN 30 DAYS, ALL AFFECTED CONTRACT HOLDERS OR
BENEFICIARIES WILL BE PROVIDED WITH NOTICES AND CHECKS OR OTHER PAYMENT MEANS APPROVED BY THE DFS IN THE REQUIRED AMOUNTS.
MASSMUTUAL WILL PROVIDE DFS QUARTERLY REPORTS DETAILING THE NUMBER OF CHECKS MAILED, TOTAL AMOUNT OR INDIVIDUAL CHECKS, AND
THE NUMBER OF CHECKS DEPOSITED, UNDELIVERED, AND/OR NOT DEPOSITED.regulatory · block 6MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANYPDF pages 33–35
- Advisory affiliate name — filed text
- MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
- Regulator name — filed text
- COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE OF PUERTO RICO
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 1,500.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Stipulation and Consent
Action status / disposition — filed text
ON MARCH 17, 2022, THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE OF PUERTO RICO ISSUED AN ORDER AGAINST MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY STATING THAT THE COMPANY HAD VIOLATED ARTICLES 11.230 AND 27.160 OF THE PUERTO INSURANCE CODE, 26 LPRA SECTIONS 1123 AND 2716, FOR WHICH AN ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF $3,000 WAS IMPOSED. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS ORDERED TO RESCIND THE POLICY IN DISPUTE AND RETURN TO THE APPLICANT (COMPLAINANT) THE AMOUNT OF $65,000, CORRESPONDING TO THE UNDULY COLLECTED PREMIUM. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ALSO WAS ORDERED TO CEASE AND DESIST FROM THE PRACTICES DESCRIBED IN THE ORDER. GIVEN THE ACCEPTANCE AND COMMITMENT OF MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY TO TAKE THE NECESSARY MEASURES TO AVOID SIMILAR MATTERS IN THE FUTURE, THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER OF PUERTO RICO AGREED TO MODIFY THE ADMINISTRATIVE FINE TO $1,500.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
ON MARCH 17, 2022, THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE OF PUERTO RICO ISSUED AN ORDER AGAINST MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY STATING THAT THE COMPANY HAD VIOLATED ARTICLES 11.230 AND 27.160 OF THE PUERTO INSURANCE CODE, 26 LPRA SECTIONS 1123 AND 2716, FOR WHICH AN ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF $3,000 WAS IMPOSED. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS ORDERED TO RESCIND THE POLICY IN DISPUTE AND RETURN TO THE APPLICANT (COMPLAINANT) THE AMOUNT OF $65,000, CORRESPONDING TO THE UNDULY COLLECTED PREMIUM. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ALSO WAS ORDERED TO CEASE AND DESIST FROM THE PRACTICES DESCRIBED IN THE ORDER. GIVEN THE ACCEPTANCE AND COMMITMENT OF MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY TO TAKE THE NECESSARY MEASURES TO AVOID SIMILAR MATTERS IN THE FUTURE, THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER OF PUERTO RICO AGREED TO MODIFY THE ADMINISTRATIVE FINE TO $1,500.
Sanction detail — filed text
ON MARCH 17, 2022, THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE OF PUERTO RICO ISSUED AN ORDER AGAINST MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY STATING THAT THE COMPANY HAD VIOLATED ARTICLES 11.230 AND 27.160 OF THE PUERTO INSURANCE CODE, 26 LPRA SECTIONS 1123 AND 2716, FOR WHICH AN ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF $3,000 WAS IMPOSED. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS ORDERED TO RESCIND THE POLICY IN DISPUTE AND RETURN TO THE APPLICANT (COMPLAINANT) THE AMOUNT OF $65,000, CORRESPONDING TO THE UNDULY COLLECTED PREMIUM. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ALSO WAS ORDERED TO CEASE AND DESIST FROM THE PRACTICES DESCRIBED IN THE ORDER. GIVEN THE ACCEPTANCE AND COMMITMENT OF MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY TO TAKE THE NECESSARY MEASURES TO AVOID SIMILAR MATTERS IN THE FUTURE, THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER OF PUERTO RICO AGREED TO MODIFY THE ADMINISTRATIVE FINE TO $1,500.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an INITIAL OR AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV. Regulatory Action Check item(s) being responded to: 11.C(1) 11.C(2) 11.C(3) 11.C(4) 11.C(5) 11.D(1) 11.D(2) 11.D(3) 11.D(4) 11.D(5) 11.E(1) 11.E(2) 11.E(3) 11.E(4) 11.F. 11.G. Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed Execution Page. One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP. PART I A. The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are): You (the advisory firm) You and one or more of your advisory affiliates One or more of your advisory affiliates If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box. ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE CRD Number: 2682 This advisory affiliate is a Firm an Individual Registered: Yes No Name: MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY (For individuals, Last, First, Middle) This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor. If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: B. If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided. Yes No NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records. PART II 1. Regulatory Action initiated by: SEC Other Federal State SRO Foreign (Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE OF PUERTO RICO 2. Principal Sanction: Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 03/17/2022 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: CM-2022-17 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Insurance Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): ON MARCH 17, 2022, THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE OF PUERTO RICO ISSUED AN ORDER AGAINST MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY STATING THAT THE COMPANY HAD VIOLATED ARTICLES 11.230 AND 27.160 OF THE PUERTO INSURANCE CODE, 26 LPRA SECTIONS 1123 AND 2716, FOR WHICH AN ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF $3,000 WAS IMPOSED. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS ORDERED TO RESCIND THE POLICY IN DISPUTE AND RETURN TO THE APPLICANT (COMPLAINANT) THE AMOUNT OF $65,000, CORRESPONDING TO THE UNDULY COLLECTED PREMIUM. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ALSO WAS ORDERED TO CEASE AND DESIST FROM THE PRACTICES DESCRIBED IN THE ORDER. GIVEN THE ACCEPTANCE AND COMMITMENT OF MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY TO TAKE THE NECESSARY MEASURES TO AVOID SIMILAR MATTERS IN THE FUTURE, THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER OF PUERTO RICO AGREED TO MODIFY THE ADMINISTRATIVE FINE TO $1,500. 8. Current Status? Pending On Appeal Final 9. If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed: If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only. 10. How was matter resolved: Stipulation and Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/27/2022 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 12. Resolution Detail: A. Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)? Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 1,500.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: ON MARCH 17, 2022, THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE OF PUERTO RICO ISSUED AN ORDER AGAINST MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY STATING THAT THE COMPANY HAD VIOLATED ARTICLES 11.230 AND 27.160 OF THE PUERTO INSURANCE CODE, 26 LPRA SECTIONS 1123 AND 2716, FOR WHICH AN ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF $3,000 WAS IMPOSED. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS ORDERED TO RESCIND THE POLICY IN DISPUTE AND RETURN TO THE APPLICANT (COMPLAINANT) THE AMOUNT OF $65,000, CORRESPONDING TO THE UNDULY COLLECTED PREMIUM. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ALSO WAS ORDERED TO CEASE AND DESIST FROM THE PRACTICES DESCRIBED IN THE ORDER. GIVEN THE ACCEPTANCE AND COMMITMENT OF MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY TO TAKE THE NECESSARY MEASURES TO AVOID SIMILAR MATTERS IN THE FUTURE, THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER OF PUERTO RICO AGREED TO MODIFY THE ADMINISTRATIVE FINE TO $1,500. 13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the space provided). ON MARCH 17, 2022, THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE OF PUERTO RICO ISSUED AN ORDER AGAINST MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY STATING THAT THE COMPANY HAD VIOLATED ARTICLES 11.230 AND 27.160 OF THE PUERTO INSURANCE CODE, 26 LPRA SECTIONS 1123 AND 2716, FOR WHICH AN ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF $3,000 WAS IMPOSED. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS ORDERED TO RESCIND THE POLICY IN DISPUTE AND RETURN TO THE APPLICANT (COMPLAINANT) THE AMOUNT OF $65,000, CORRESPONDING TO THE UNDULY COLLECTED PREMIUM. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY ALSO WAS ORDERED TO CEASE AND DESIST FROM THE PRACTICES DESCRIBED IN THE ORDER. GIVEN THE ACCEPTANCE AND COMMITMENT OF MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY TO TAKE THE NECESSARY MEASURES TO AVOID SIMILAR MATTERS IN THE FUTURE, THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER OF PUERTO RICO AGREED TO MODIFY THE ADMINISTRATIVE FINE TO $1,500.
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- Advisory affiliate name — filed text
- MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
- Regulator name — filed text
- STATE OF WASHINGTON OFFICE OF THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 10,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Decision & Order of Offer of Settlement
Action status / disposition — filed text
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY MUST CERTIFY ANNUALLY TO THE OFFICE OF THE NSURANCE COMMISSIONER ("OIC") INSURANCE PRODUCERS SELLING, SOLICITING, OR NEGOTIATING THE COMPANY'S LONG TERM CARE ("LTC") INSURANCE PRODUCTS HAVE COMPLETED LTC EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS. THE CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED ANNUALLY TO THE OIC ON OR BEFORE MARCH 31ST. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS GRANTED AN EXTENSION TO FILE ITS 2021 ANNUAL CERTIFICATION REPORT BY MAY 31, 2022. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY SUBMITTED THE CERTIFICATION ON MAY 26, 2022, WHICH REVEALED THAT IT SELF- DISCLOSED THAT TWO PRODUCERS SOLD THREE LTC POLICIES TO WASHINGTON CONSUMERS ON BEHALF OF THE COMPANY AND THE PRODUCERS WERE NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE LTC EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF THE SALES. RCW 48.83.130(4) REQUIRES ISSUERS TO OBTAIN VERIFICATION THAT A PRODUCER RECEIVES TRAINING BEFORE THE PRODUCER IS PERMITTED TO SELL, SOLICIT, OR NEGOTIATE THE ISSUER'S LTC NSURANCE PRODUCTS. WAC 284-17-262(1) PROVIDES THAT EACH INSURER THAT HAS LTC POLICIES APPROVED FOR SALE IN WA MUST CERTIFY ANNUALLY THAT ALL OF ITS PRODUCERS HAVE (A) COMPLETED THE 8 HR. ONE TIME LTC EDUCATION AND TRAINING COURSE REQUIRED BY RCW 48.83.130(1)(A)(I) PRIOR TO SELLING, SOLICITING, OR NEGOTIATING THE COMPANY'S LTC COVERAGE IN WA; AND (B) IF DUE, COMPLETED THE REQUIRED 4 HOUR LTC CE REQUIREMENT IMPOSED BY RCW 48.83.130(2)(B). BY FAILING TO VERIFY THAT TWO PRODUCERS HAD RECEIVED THE REQUIRED LONG-TERM CARE TRAINING PRIOR TO SELLING, SOLICITING, OR NEGOTIATING THE SALE OF THE COMPANY'S INSURANCE PRODUCTS, IT WAS ALLEGED THAT THE COMPANY HAD VIOLATED RCW 48.83.130(4) JUSTIFYING A FINE UNDER RCW 48.83.160. THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER AND THE COMPANY AGREED TO RESOLVE THE MATTER WITHOUT FURTHER ADMINISTRATIVE OR JUDICIAL PROCEEDINGS. THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER CONSENTED TO SETTLE THE MATTER IN CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY'S PAYMENT OF A FINE AND UPON SUCH TERMS AND CONDITIONS, INCLUDING (1) THE COMPANY ACKNOWLEDGES THE DUTY TO COMPLY FULLY WITH THE APPLICABLE LAWS OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON; AND (2) THE COMPANY CONSENTED TO THE ENTRY OF THE ORDER, WAIVED ANY AND ALL HEARING OR OTHER PROCEDURAL RIGHTS AND FURTHER ADMINISTRATIVE OR JUDICIAL CHALLENGES TO THE ORDER. BY AGREEMENT, THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER IMPOSED A FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,000 TO BE PAID WITHIN 30 DAYS.
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Description of allegations — filed text
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY MUST CERTIFY ANNUALLY TO THE OFFICE OF THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER ("OIC") THE INSURANCE PRODUCERS THAT ARE SELLING, SOLICITING, OR NEGOTIATING THE COMPANY'S LONG TERM CARE ("LTC") INSURANCE PRODUCTS HAVE COMPLETED LTC EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS. THE CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED ANNUALLY TO THE OIC ON OR BEFORE MARCH 31ST. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS GRANTED AN EXTENSION TO FILE ITS 2021 ANNUAL CERTIFICATION REPORT BY MAY 31, 2022.THE STATE OF WASHINGTON OIC ALLEGED THAT MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY FAILED TO VERIFY THAT TWO INSURANCE PRODUCERS HAD RECEIVED THE REQUIRED LTC TRAINING BEFORE THEY WERE PERMITTED TO SELL, SOLICIT, OR OTHERWISE NEGOTIATE THE SALE OF THE COMPANY'S LTC INSURANCE PRODUCTS. BY FAILING TO VERIFY THE TRAINING, IT WAS ALLEGED THAT THE COMPANY VIOLATED RCW 48.83.130(4), JUSTIFYING THE IMPOSITION OF A FINE UNDER RCW 48.83.160.
Sanction detail — filed text
BY FAILING TO VERIFY THAT TWO INSURANCE PRODUCERS HAD RECEIVED THE REQUIRED LTC TRAINING BEFORE PERMITTING TO SELL, SOLICIT, OR OTHERWISE NEGOTIATE THE SALE OF THE COMPANY'S LTC INSURANCE PRODUCTS, THE COMPANY VIOLATED RCW 48.83.130(4), JUSTIFYING THE IMPOSITION OF A FINE OF $10,000.00 AGAINST MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY UNDER RCW 48.83.160. THE COMPANY HAS PAID THE FINE.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D.,
11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File
with a completed Execution Page.
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the
same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A. The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name).
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD
Number:
2682
This advisory affiliate is
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE
INSURANCE COMPANY
(For individuals, Last, First,
Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is
registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the
adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item
11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any
event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the
circumstances:
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to
the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
Yes
No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1. Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC
Other Federal
State
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO)
STATE OF WASHINGTON OFFICE OF THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions:
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY):
05/26/2022
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
DATE OF 2021 ANNUAL CERTIFICATION PROVIDED TO THE OFFICE OF INSURANCE COMMISSIONER ON 5/26/2022, WITH AN EXPLANATION
4.
Docket/Case Number:
ORDER NO. 23-0147
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Insurance
Other Product Types:
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY MUST CERTIFY ANNUALLY TO THE OFFICE OF THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER ("OIC") THE
INSURANCE PRODUCERS THAT ARE SELLING, SOLICITING, OR NEGOTIATING THE COMPANY'S LONG TERM CARE ("LTC") INSURANCE PRODUCTS HAVE
COMPLETED LTC EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS. THE CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED ANNUALLY TO THE OIC ON OR BEFORE MARCH
31ST. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS GRANTED AN EXTENSION TO FILE ITS 2021 ANNUAL CERTIFICATION REPORT BY MAY
31, 2022.THE STATE OF WASHINGTON OIC ALLEGED THAT MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY FAILED TO VERIFY THAT TWO
INSURANCE PRODUCERS HAD RECEIVED THE REQUIRED LTC TRAINING BEFORE THEY WERE PERMITTED TO SELL, SOLICIT, OR OTHERWISE NEGOTIATE
THE SALE OF THE COMPANY'S LTC INSURANCE PRODUCTS. BY FAILING TO VERIFY THE TRAINING, IT WAS ALLEGED THAT THE COMPANY VIOLATED RCW
48.83.130(4), JUSTIFYING THE IMPOSITION OF A FINE UNDER RCW 48.83.160.
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):
09/08/2023
Exact
Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A. Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 10,000.00
Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
Disgorgement/Restitution
Censure
Cease and Desist/Injunction
Bar
Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
THE COMPANY (MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY) ACKNOWLEDGED ITS DUTY TO COMPLY FULLY WITH THE APPLICABLE
LAWS OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON AND CONSENTED TO THE ENTRY OF THE ORDER, WAIVED ANY AND ALL HEARING OR OTHER PROCEDURAL
RIGHTS, AND FURTHER ADMINISTRATIVE OR JUDICIAL CHALLENGES TO THE ORDER. BY AGREEMENT OF THE COMPANY AND THE INSURANCE
COMMISSIONER, A FINE OF $10,000 IS REQUIRED TO BE PAID WITHIN 30 DAYS. THE COMPANY UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED THAT ANY FURTHER
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE STATUTES AND/OR REGULATIONS THAT ARE THE SUBJECT OF THE ORDER WOULD CONSTITUTE GROUNDS FOR
FURTHER PENALTIES WHICH MAY BE IMPOSED IN DIRECT RESPONSE TO FURTHER VIOLATIONS.
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:
BY FAILING TO VERIFY THAT TWO INSURANCE PRODUCERS HAD RECEIVED THE REQUIRED LTC TRAINING BEFORE PERMITTING TO SELL, SOLICIT,
OR OTHERWISE NEGOTIATE THE SALE OF THE COMPANY'S LTC INSURANCE PRODUCTS, THE COMPANY VIOLATED RCW 48.83.130(4), JUSTIFYING
THE IMPOSITION OF A FINE OF $10,000.00 AGAINST MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY UNDER RCW 48.83.160. THE COMPANY HAS
PAID THE FINE.
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response
must fit within the space provided).
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY MUST CERTIFY ANNUALLY TO THE OFFICE OF THE NSURANCE COMMISSIONER ("OIC") INSURANCE
PRODUCERS SELLING, SOLICITING, OR NEGOTIATING THE COMPANY'S LONG TERM CARE ("LTC") INSURANCE PRODUCTS HAVE COMPLETED LTC
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS. THE CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED ANNUALLY TO THE OIC ON OR BEFORE MARCH 31ST.
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS GRANTED AN EXTENSION TO FILE ITS 2021 ANNUAL CERTIFICATION REPORT BY MAY 31,
2022. MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY SUBMITTED THE CERTIFICATION ON MAY 26, 2022, WHICH REVEALED THAT IT SELF-
DISCLOSED THAT TWO PRODUCERS SOLD THREE LTC POLICIES TO WASHINGTON CONSUMERS ON BEHALF OF THE COMPANY AND THE PRODUCERS
WERE NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE LTC EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF THE SALES. RCW 48.83.130(4) REQUIRES ISSUERS TO OBTAIN
VERIFICATION THAT A PRODUCER RECEIVES TRAINING BEFORE THE PRODUCER IS PERMITTED TO SELL, SOLICIT, OR NEGOTIATE THE ISSUER'S LTC
NSURANCE PRODUCTS. WAC 284-17-262(1) PROVIDES THAT EACH INSURER THAT HAS LTC POLICIES APPROVED FOR SALE IN WA MUST CERTIFY
ANNUALLY THAT ALL OF ITS PRODUCERS HAVE (A) COMPLETED THE 8 HR. ONE TIME LTC EDUCATION AND TRAINING COURSE REQUIRED BY RCW
48.83.130(1)(A)(I) PRIOR TO SELLING, SOLICITING, OR NEGOTIATING THE COMPANY'S LTC COVERAGE IN WA; AND (B) IF DUE, COMPLETED THE
REQUIRED 4 HOUR LTC CE REQUIREMENT IMPOSED BY RCW 48.83.130(2)(B). BY FAILING TO VERIFY THAT TWO PRODUCERS HAD RECEIVED THE
REQUIRED LONG-TERM CARE TRAINING PRIOR TO SELLING, SOLICITING, OR NEGOTIATING THE SALE OF THE COMPANY'S INSURANCE PRODUCTS, IT
WAS ALLEGED THAT THE COMPANY HAD VIOLATED RCW 48.83.130(4) JUSTIFYING A FINE UNDER RCW 48.83.160. THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER AND
THE COMPANY AGREED TO RESOLVE THE MATTER WITHOUT FURTHER ADMINISTRATIVE OR JUDICIAL PROCEEDINGS. THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER
CONSENTED TO SETTLE THE MATTER IN CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY'S PAYMENT OF A FINE AND UPON SUCH TERMS AND CONDITIONS,
INCLUDING (1) THE COMPANY ACKNOWLEDGES THE DUTY TO COMPLY FULLY WITH THE APPLICABLE LAWS OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON; AND (2)
THE COMPANY CONSENTED TO THE ENTRY OF THE ORDER, WAIVED ANY AND ALL HEARING OR OTHER PROCEDURAL RIGHTS AND FURTHER
ADMINISTRATIVE OR JUDICIAL CHALLENGES TO THE ORDER. BY AGREEMENT, THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER IMPOSED A FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF
$10,000 TO BE PAID WITHIN 30 DAYS.* Metrics are based on the latest available data, including Form ADV filings, brochures, and relationship summaries pulled from the SEC IAPD, and may be subject to change. Learn what is included in the Rialytix data. Please refer to the firm's official disclosures for the most accurate information using their CRD number. This is not investment advice.