Securities & Markets

Iowa Woman Charged with Insurance Fraud and Theft

The Iowa Insurance Division announced the arrest and charging of Cristal Gale Kastantin for ongoing criminal conduct, theft, and fraudulent submission related to her former employment at an insurance agency. The charges stem from alleged misuse of work funds for personal gain and submission of false insurance claim documentation.

Council Bluffs Woman Charged with Insurance Fraud

The Iowa Insurance Division announced the arrest of Shannon Marie Doty for insurance fraud. Doty is accused of submitting a fraudulent claim to her insurer after an accident, despite not having an active policy at the time.

Johnston Contractor Arrested for Insurance Fraud

The Iowa Insurance Division announced the arrest of Shawn Heuss, a Johnston contractor, on multiple felony charges related to insurance fraud. Heuss is accused of submitting a fraudulent invoice to his insurer for uncompleted roof repairs, receiving insurance proceeds to which he was not entitled.

Man Sentenced for Forgery and Insurance Fraud

An Illinois man has been sentenced to up to 25 years in prison for nine counts of forgery and insurance fraud in Iowa. Scott Lennington unlawfully endorsed insurance claim checks without consent, diverting funds for his own use. He received a suspended sentence, probation, fines, and must pay restitution.

Ascend Removal Services LLC Cease and Desist Order

The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs has issued a Cease and Desist Order against Damarious Johnson and Ascend Removal Services LLC for operating a removal service without the required state license. The order requires immediate cessation of unlicensed activities.

TradeStation Crypto Inc. Consent Order for Securities Violations

TradeStation Crypto, Inc. (TCI) has entered into a consent order with 51 jurisdictions, including Michigan, resolving an investigation into its digital asset interest feature. TCI will pay $1.5 million in settlement payments and cease offering unregistered securities.

Legacy Cremation Services LLC - Cease and Desist Order

The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs has issued a Cease and Desist Order against Legacy Cremation Services, LLC for engaging in the practice of mortuary science without a license. The order requires the company to immediately stop all unlicensed activity within the state.

New Haven Capital Holdings LLC - Cease and Desist Order and Fine Payment

The State of Michigan has issued a Notice and Order to Cease and Desist against New Haven Capital Holdings, L.L.C. and Scott Richard Rookus for violations of the Michigan Uniform Securities Act. The order includes instructions for paying a $1,000,000 fine by May 16, 2017.

Scott Richard Rookus - Cease and Desist Order and Fine

The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs issued a Notice and Order to Cease and Desist against New Haven Capital Holdings, L.L.C. and Scott Richard Rookus for violating the Michigan Uniform Securities Act. A fine of $1,000,000 was due by May 16, 2017.

TradeStation Crypto Inc. Consent Order Regarding Digital Asset Accounts

The Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation Securities Division issued a consent order against TradeStation Crypto, Inc. (TCI) concerning its digital asset accounts. TCI will pay $1,500,000 in settlement payments and cease offering unregistered securities.