State Securities

Maryland Financial Regulation Enforcement Actions List

The State of Maryland's Department of Labor has published a list of financial regulation enforcement actions for 2025. The list includes settlement agreements and consent orders related to collection agencies, consumer lending, and credit services. These actions are available in PDF format.

Mississippi Cease and Desist Order Against Derrick L. Turner

The Mississippi Secretary of State has issued a Cease and Desist order against Derrick L. Turner for alleged violations of the Mississippi Securities Act. Turner, operating under the alias Melissa C. Wilson, is accused of defrauding a Mississippi resident out of approximately $1,500 through fraudulent cryptocurrency investment solicitations via Facebook.

GS Partners, Heit, Shoto Violated Mississippi Securities Act

The Mississippi Secretary of State has issued a Cease and Desist Order against GS Partners Global, Josip Heit, and Richard L. Shoto for violating the Mississippi Securities Act. The order alleges violations related to the offer and sale of unregistered securities, specifically 'Meta Certificates', and engaging in deceptive practices to recruit investors.