Supervisory Control

Supervisory Control: The Basics of Rule 3120

Most broker-dealers are aware of their annual requirement to test and document their firm’s compliance program. But, the question remains if firms are meeting the full requirements of the rule. Below are the basics of the former NASD Rule 3012, now FINRA Rule 3120, for establishing and maintaining a system of supervisory control. Read More…

Annual Certification

Annual Certification of Compliance Processes

FINRA Rule 3130 serves as an annual requirement to focus on the firm’s overall compliance programs through purposeful interaction between executive members and compliance officers. You might be wondering how firms ensure compliance with this rule. In this blog, we will address some frequently asked questions related to the annual certification requirement and the surrounding process.

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Supervision

Supervision Relief Related to COVID-19 Pandemic

FINRA Rule 3110 Supervision requires a firm to establish and maintain a system to supervise the activities of its associated persons. Furthermore, the supervisory process seeks to achieve compliance with the applicable securities laws and regulations and FINRA rules.

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Top 6

Our Top Six Most Popular Blog Posts

MasterCompliance continues to provide clients and the public with guidance on industry focus areas, new rules, compliance foundations, and regulatory priorities. This blog explores our top six most popular blog posts.

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Rule 3130

FINRA RULE 3130 (ANNUAL CERTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE AND SUPERVISORY PROCESSES)

FINRA Rule 3130 (formerly known as NASD Rule 3013) requires the CEO to CERTIFY that the firm has a PROCESS to adopt adequate Supervisory Policies and Procedures. The goal of the Rule is to “promote regular and meaningful interaction between senior management and compliance personnel to ensure that compliance is given the highest priority by a member’s senior executive officers.”   Read More…