SIE practice questionhardInsider Trading - SEC Penalties
If an individual is convicted of insider trading, which penalty may the SEC impose?
- ADouble the profit gained only
- BNo monetary penalties, just criminal charges
- CCivil penalties up to three times the profit gained or loss avoided✓ Correct answer
- DA warning for a first offense
Explanation
Why C — Civil penalties up to three times the profit gained or loss avoided
The SEC may impose civil penalties of up to three times the profit gained or loss avoided for insider trading. Criminal sanctions may also apply through criminal authorities.
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