Below are form layout templates for firms that use the import feature in eFOCUS to file their FOCUS filings.
Please note that the template headers, columns, and line item IDs provided should not be modified or removed, as this will impact the compatibility of the import templates in the system.
Additionally, fields adhere to certain input formatting, such as text fields, numeric fields, or
(a) Notice of Suspension, Cancellation or Bar
If a member, person associated with a member or person subject to FINRA's jurisdiction fails to pay any fees, dues, assessment or other charge required to be paid under the FINRA By-Laws or rules, or to submit a required report or information related to such payment, FINRA staff may issue a written notice to such member or person stating
(a) Fees for Claims Filed by Customers, Associated Persons and Other Non-Members
(1) Customers, associated persons, and other non-members who file a claim, counterclaim, cross claim or third party claim must pay a filing fee in the amount indicated in the schedule below.
Filing Fees for Claims Filed by Customers, Associated Persons,
and Other Non-Members
Amount of Claim
(exclusive of
INFORMATIONAL
Continuing Education
SUGGESTED ROUTING
KEY TOPICS
Continuing Education
Legal & Compliance
Registration
Senior Management
Continuing Education
Firm Element
Executive Summary
The Securities Industry/Regulatory Council on Continuing Education (Council) has issued a Firm Element Advisory, a guide for firms to use when developing their continuing education Firm
FINRA is a not-for-profit, self-regulatory organization (SRO) dedicated to promoting investor protection and market integrity in a manner that facilitates vibrant capital markets. One of FINRA’s tools for achieving this objective is fair and effective enforcement of our member firms’ compliance with securities laws and regulations.
FINRA’s highest priority when it identifies misconduct is to
SUGGESTED ROUTING
Senior Management
Institutional
Internal Audit
Legal & Compliance
Municipal
Training
Executive Summary
On October 20, 1995, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved a statement of policy that establishes internal NASD® procedures delegating to the NASD staff and the NASD Fixed Income Committee the authority to review requests by members for exemptions
NASD® has taken disciplinary actions against the following firms and individuals for violations of NASD rules; federal securities laws, rules and regulations; and the rules of the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB).
Summary
FINRA conducts annual elections to fill positions on the Small Firm Advisory Committee (SFAC), Regional Committees, National Adjudicatory Council (NAC) and FINRA Board of Governors (Board). This Notice provides:
a description of responsibilities for the various groups;
an overview of each elected vacancy to be filled in 2023; and
a summary of how eligible individuals can become
SEC Approves Amendments Requiring Related Market Center Indicator in Non-Tape Reports Submitted to FINRA
SUGGESTED ROUTING*
Senior Management
Legal & Compliance
Registration
Training
*These are suggested departments only. Others may be appropriate for your firm.
REQUEST FOR COMMENTS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The NASD requests comments on a proposed concept for the continuing assessment of registered
