Executive Summary
The Customer and Industry Codes (Codes) permit arbitrators to refer to FINRA for disciplinary investigation any matter that has come to the arbitrator’s attention during and in connection with the arbitration at the conclusion of the proceedings. The SEC approved amendments to the Codes to permit arbitrators to make a referral, during an arbitration, of any matter or conduct that has come to the arbitrator’s attention during a hearing, which the arbitrator has reason to believe poses a serious threat, whether ongoing or imminent, that is likely to harm investors unless immediate action is taken.
The amendments are effective on October 27, 2014, for any arbitration case which has scheduled hearings remaining.
The text of the amendments is set forth in Attachment A.
Questions concerning this Notice should be directed to:
- Kenneth L. Andrichik, Senior Vice President, Chief Counsel, and Director of Mediation & Strategy, FINRA Dispute Resolution, at (212) 858-3915 or
- Mignon McLemore, Assistant Chief Counsel, FINRA Dispute Resolution, at (202) 728-8151.
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