Financial Regulation

Colorado Securities Act, Municipal Bond Supervision Act, Commodity Code

This document provides links to various Colorado statutes and rules related to securities, municipal bonds, and commodities. It includes the Colorado Securities Act, the Municipal Bond Supervision Act, and the Colorado Commodity Code, along with their respective regulations. The page also links to federal SEC laws and information on protecting vulnerable adults from financial exploitation.

Eric Gemelli Barred from Securities Sales in Colorado for 10 Years

The Colorado Securities Commissioner has barred Eric Gemelli and his company, Market4Caster, LLC, from selling securities in Colorado for 10 years. Gemelli admitted to unlicensed sales of over $3 million in unregistered securities, violating the Colorado Securities Act.

Colorado Adopts Rules Extending Licensing Exam Validity

The Colorado Division of Securities has adopted new rules extending the validity of licensing exams for sales representatives and investment adviser representatives (IARs) up to five years. These rules, effective January 14, 2026, incorporate FINRA's MQP and NASAA's EVEP, allowing individuals to maintain qualifications by meeting specific criteria and completing annual continuing education.

Colorado Division of Securities Enforcement Actions

The Colorado Division of Securities has published a list of its recent enforcement actions. These actions are taken against individuals and entities violating securities laws and regulations within the state. The list provides access to specific case details and outcomes.

Stifel Nicolaus & Company - Texas Securities Board Consent Order

The Texas State Securities Board (TSSB) has issued a consent order against Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Inc. for charging unreasonable commissions on approximately 45,352 equity transactions nationwide over five years, totaling over $885,480. Stifel agreed to the order, settling a coordinated investigation with multiple states.

RBC Capital Markets Fined and Reprimanded by Texas Securities Board

The Texas State Securities Board (TSSB) issued a disciplinary order against RBC Capital Markets, LLC, fining and reprimanding the firm for charging unreasonable commissions on equity transactions. The order resolves investigations by a multi-state group of regulators.

Logan Cox Reprimanded for Investment Adviser Registration

The Texas State Securities Board has issued a disciplinary order against Logan Cox, an investment adviser representative and agent. Cox consented to the order, which reprimands him for failing to give appropriate weight to certain costs associated with an alternative investment recommendation, violating Regulation Best Interest.

Texas Emergency Cease and Desist Order Against TEXITcoin

The Texas State Securities Board has issued an Emergency Cease and Desist Order against TEXITcoin, MineTXC, Blockchain Mint, and Robert J. Gray. The order alleges violations of Texas securities laws related to the unregistered offering and sale of cryptocurrency.

Cease and Desist Order Against J. Davenport Advisors

The Connecticut Department of Banking has issued a Cease and Desist Order and Notice of Intent to Fine against J. Davenport Advisors, LLC and its principal, John F. Davenport. The order stems from alleged violations of the Connecticut Uniform Securities Act and its regulations discovered during examinations and investigations.

Block, Inc. Consent Order with NY DFS

The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) has entered into a consent order with Block, Inc. (formerly Square, Inc.) resolving an enforcement investigation into deficiencies in its Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering (BSA/AML) program and violations of consumer protection regulations. Block will pay a penalty to resolve these matters.