Amina Kennedy Investigated by State of New York

Amina Kennedy (CRD #: 6308000), a broker registered with PFS Investments, is under investigation by the State of New York, according to her BrokerCheck record, accessed on August 16, 2025. Keep reading if you have questions about her alleged conduct as a broker.

Investigation by New York State

On July 16, 2025, the New York Department of Financial Services began an investigation into allegations made in a Letter of Acceptance, Waiver & Consent (AWC) entered into by FINRA and Amina Kennedy.

This investigation is currently pending.

Suspension by FINRA

On October 1, 2024, Amina Kennedy consented to the entry of findings that she allegedly certified to the State of New York that she had completed her continuing education (CE) requirements.

According to an AWC, Amina Kennedy was allegedly required to complete 18 of insurance CE credits required to renew her insurance license in New York. In December 2022, another person allegedly completed these CE credits on her behalf. She allegedly certified to the state that she had personally completed these credits.

The AWC concluded that these allegations constituted a violation of FINRA Rule 2010.

FINRA Rule 2010

FINRA Rule 2010 holds brokers to high standards of commercial honor and just and equitable principles of trade.

Sanctions

Amina Kennedy consented to the following sanctions:

• One-month suspension from associating with FINRA members
• $5,000 fine

Her suspension ran from October 7 to November 6, 2024. You can read the full AWC here.

Background Information

Amina Kennedy has passed the following exams:

• Securities Industry Essentials Examination – SIE
• Investment Company Products/Variable Contracts Representative Examination – Series 6
• Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination – Series 63

Amina Kennedy is a registered broker in New Jersey and New York.

Kurta Law Can Help

If you worked with Amina Kennedy and you have concerns about your investments, please contact us today at 877-600-0098 or info@kurtalawfirm.com for a free consultation.

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