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Montana Securities Division Enforcement Actions

The Montana Securities Division filed 16 enforcement actions in FY 2025, resulting in $59,000 in restitution ordered and $145,500 in fines and fees. The division investigates and prosecutes violations of Montana's insurance and securities laws.

Montana CSI Securities and Insurance Enforcement Actions

The Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance (CSI) has listed multiple securities and insurance enforcement actions on its website. These actions include consent agreements and final orders against various companies for alleged violations of Montana's Insurance Code and Securities Act.

CFTC and States v. Safeguard Metals LLC - Securities Enforcement

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and multiple states have reached a settlement with Safeguard Metals LLC and its principal, Jeffrey Ikahn. The settlement includes a $2.8 million civil penalty for alleged violations of the Commodity Exchange Act and state securities laws.

Oregon Division of Financial Regulation v. Quantum Corp. Technologies - Default Order

The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation has issued a default order against Quantum Corp. Technologies (QCT) and Jacqueline Hudson Parsons. The order includes a cease and desist, denial of exemptions, civil penalties, and restitution, entered by default against QCT due to failure to ratify a hearing request.

Pankaj Dayo Motwani Settles Securities Violations with Oregon DFR

The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation has issued a Consent Order against Pankaj Dayo Motwani for alleged securities violations. The order includes findings of fact, conclusions of law, and assesses civil penalties, denies use of exemptions, and bars Motwani from financial services business activities.

EPIC Management, Todd Berning - Stop Order Issued by ND

The North Dakota Securities Department has issued a stop order against EPIC Management, LLC and Todd Berning, requiring them to immediately cease offering or selling membership interests. This action is due to concerns about the company's financial condition, transparency, and operations, and aims to protect investors.

Edward Jones Faces $17M Multi-State Enforcement Settlement

The North Dakota Securities Department joined a $17 million multi-state settlement with Edward Jones over supervisory failures related to front-load commissions on Class A mutual fund shares. Edward Jones will pay approximately $320,000 to each participating state and Washington D.C., the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico.

North Dakota Joins $106M Vanguard Settlement for Investors

North Dakota has joined a multi-state settlement with Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group Inc., resulting in a $106 million payment to investors. The settlement addresses failures to supervise registered persons and disclose potential tax consequences to investors following a change in investment minimums for certain retirement funds.

Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. - Consent Order

The North Dakota Securities Department has issued a consent order against Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. The order details alleged violations and requires the firm to take specific corrective actions. This action stems from an enforcement investigation by the department.

Tennessee Securities Division Initial Enforcement Orders

The Tennessee Securities Division has published a new section detailing its initial enforcement orders. This resource provides information on past enforcement actions taken by the division to protect investors and ensure compliance with state securities laws.

Tennessee Securities Division Consent Orders

The Tennessee Securities Division has updated its list of consent orders, adding new actions for 2026 and 2025. These orders typically involve enforcement actions against individuals and firms for alleged violations of state securities laws.

Vermont Securities Enforcement and Consent Orders

The Vermont Department of Financial Regulation has published a list of recent securities enforcement and consent orders. These orders involve various financial advisory firms and broker-dealers, detailing stipulations and agreements related to their operations within the state.

Vermont Securities Regulations

The Vermont Department of Financial Regulation has updated its securities regulations. This revision pertains to Regulation S-2016-01, with a revised effective date of December 16, 2021.

Vermont DFR Securities Bulletins and Guidance

The Vermont Department of Financial Regulation has issued Securities Bulletin S-2025-02, providing guidance for investment advisers and broker-dealers on complying with state requirements for protecting client financial information. This bulletin outlines specific measures firms must implement to safeguard sensitive client data.

Missouri Securities Division Consent Orders Index

The Missouri Securities Division has published an index of recent consent orders and other enforcement actions. These orders involve various financial firms and individuals, with dates signed ranging from July 2024 to January 2026. The index provides case numbers and links to official copies of the orders.

Missouri Securities Enforcement Orders and News

The Missouri Secretary of State's Securities Division has updated its website to provide access to recent enforcement orders and news. This update aims to enhance investor protection by offering a centralized location for relevant information from the Enforcement Section.

Missouri Securities Administrative Orders

The Missouri Securities Division has updated its list of administrative orders. This includes rescinding an order related to investment adviser examination requirements and waiving examination requirements for certain broker-dealer agents and investment advisers. Several orders for payment from the Investor Restitution Fund are also listed.

Utah Securities Fraud Convictions and Warnings

The Utah Division of Securities is issuing warnings and highlighting recent enforcement actions related to securities fraud. Recent updates include investor alerts about BG Wealth Sharing LTD, a sentencing for a multi-million dollar securities fraud scheme, and a final judgment against a precious metals firm.

Utah Securities Enforcement FAQs

The Utah Division of Securities has published an FAQ addressing common questions regarding its enforcement processes. The FAQs cover investigation timelines, complaint filing procedures, restitution, and the possibility of testifying in court.

Maine Securities Enforcement Administrative Orders

The State of Maine's Office of Securities Enforcement has published a list of administrative orders issued against various financial entities and individuals. These orders represent enforcement actions taken by the state regulator concerning securities and investment activities within Maine.

Maine Securities Enforcement Actions and Administrative Orders

The Maine Office of Securities and Investment Regulation provides a list of its administrative orders and enforcement actions. This page serves as a central repository for these documents, including orders related to broker-dealer inspections and exemptions for private fund advisors.

Maine Securities Consent Agreements and Enforcement Actions

The Maine Office of Securities has published a list of recent consent agreements and enforcement actions against financial firms and individuals. These agreements represent voluntary settlements of potential violations of securities laws.

Maine Securities Enforcement Actions

The State of Maine's Office of Securities & Investment Regulation has updated its list of civil and criminal enforcement actions. The page provides a chronological listing of past enforcement cases initiated by the state, including actions against individuals and entities for alleged securities violations.

Maine Securities Enforcement Administrative Actions

The Maine Office of Securities and Investment Regulation provides a list of its current administrative enforcement actions and consent agreements. This page serves as a public record of regulatory actions taken against individuals and firms operating within the state's securities market.

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.

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.

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.

Sanjeev Kumar Sentenced, Abdul Hussin Ahmadbin Pleads Guilty to Fraud

The Iowa Insurance Division announced that Sanjeev Kumar was sentenced to up to 25 years for his role in a fraud operation targeting a senior citizen. Abdul Hussin Ahmadbin also pleaded guilty to related charges. The case highlights successful inter-agency cooperation in combating financial exploitation.

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.

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.

Thomas A. Vigil - Consent Agreement

The State of Rhode Island Securities Division has entered into a consent agreement with Thomas A. Vigil. The agreement addresses alleged violations of securities regulations, including unregistered securities and unlicensed activity. Specific sanctions and undertakings are outlined.

Edward D. Jones & Co. L.P. - Consent Order for Supervision Failures

The Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation issued a consent order against Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. for failures in supervising financial advisors who serviced customers during a two-year period. The order stems from a multistate investigation coordinated by NASAA.

Vanguard Marketing Corporation and Vanguard Group Consent Order

The Rhode Island Securities Division has entered into a consent order with Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, Inc. The order resolves an investigation into Vanguard's recommendation to lower investment minimums for certain funds, resulting in capital gains tax distributions to shareholders. Vanguard has agreed to the terms of the settlement.

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.

Rhode Island Securities Division Consent Agreement with Strategic Financial LLC

The Rhode Island Securities Division has entered into a consent agreement with Strategic Financial LLC for violations of the Rhode Island Uniform Securities Act. The firm will pay a $3,000 penalty for conducting business without proper registration as an investment adviser in the state.

Safeguard Metals Liable for $51.2M Fraud Against 450 Investors

Safeguard Metals LLC and its owner Jeffrey Ikahn have been ordered to pay $51.2 million in restitution and penalties for defrauding 450 elderly investors nationwide in a precious metals scheme. The judgment includes $25.6 million in restitution to victims and an equal monetary penalty split between the CFTC and 30 state regulators.

New Mexico Joins $106M Vanguard Settlement for Tax Disclosure Failures

New Mexico announced it is joining a $106 million settlement with Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, Inc. The settlement resolves allegations that Vanguard failed to supervise registered persons and did not disclose potential tax consequences to investors following changes to retirement fund investment minimums. The SEC will administer remediation payments to impacted New Mexico investors.

Edward Jones Multistate Settlement for Supervisory Failures

The New Mexico Securities Division joined a $17 million multistate settlement with Edward Jones over supervisory failures related to charging front-load commissions on Class A mutual fund shares and subsequent movement to fee-based advisory accounts. Edward Jones will pay approximately $320,000 to each of the 50 states, D.C., and territories.

New Mexico Securities Division Warns of Holiday Scams

The New Mexico Securities Division has issued a warning about sophisticated holiday scams targeting investors. The notice highlights emerging threats such as AI-driven impersonations, crypto fraud, and social media lures, drawing on data from the North American Securities Administrators Association's 2025 Enforcement Report.

New Mexico Joins $19M Multistate Settlement Over Excessive Commissions

New Mexico has joined a multistate $19 million settlement with Edward Jones, LPL Financial, RBC, Stifel, and TD Ameritrade for charging excessive commissions on small-dollar equity transactions. The firms will provide restitution to affected customers and pay $175,000 to New Mexico.

Illinois Securities Department Administrative Actions Search

The Illinois Securities Department has launched a new online search tool for administrative actions, currently covering data from 2003 to the present. The tool is under development, with additional years to be added. Contact information for obtaining further assistance or copies of documents is provided.

Illinois Securities Administrative Actions Search

The Illinois Securities Department has launched a new online search tool for administrative actions dating back to 2003. The tool is currently under development, with additional years to be added as the project progresses. Users can search by respondent name or file number.

Illinois Securities Department Administrative Actions Search

The Illinois Securities Department has launched a new online search tool for administrative actions, currently covering data from 2003 to the present. The tool is under development, with additional years to be added. Contact information is provided for obtaining documents not yet available online.

Illinois Securities Administrative Actions Search Tool

The Illinois Securities Department has launched a new administrative actions search tool, currently under development. The tool allows users to search for actions from 2003 to the present, with additional years to be added. Contact information for the department is provided for further assistance.

Illinois Securities Department Administrative Actions Search Tool Development

The Illinois Securities Department is developing a new administrative actions search tool. The tool currently allows searches for actions between 2003 and the present, with plans to add more years. Contact information is provided for further assistance.

Maryland Financial Enforcement Actions 2024

The Maryland Department of Labor has published its 2024 financial enforcement actions, detailing actions against collection agencies, mortgage lenders, and other financial service providers. These actions include final orders and settlement agreements, with the latest listed on December 27, 2024.