Justin Anderson Suspended by FINRA Over Alleged Refusal to Provide Testimony
Justin A. Anderson (CRD #: 6389728), a broker formerly registered with Cuso Financial Services, has been barred by FINRA, according to his BrokerCheck record, accessed on May 18, 2023. Keep reading to learn more about his alleged conduct as a broker.
FINRA Suspension
On November 23, 2022, Justin Anderson consented to the entry of findings that he allegedly refused to appear for on-the-record testimony requested by FINRA in connection with an investigation into his termination from Cuso Financial Services.
A Letter of Acceptance, Waiver & Consent (AWC) alleged that, in a Uniform Termination Notice for Securities Industry Registration (Form U5), Cuso Financial Services disclosed that Justin Anderson was under review for “client signature discrepancies on account documentation.”
Justin Anderson allegedly informed FINRA of his refusal to appear for testimony on November 15, 2022.
The AWC concludes that this alleged refusal violated FINRA Rules 8210 and 2010.
FINRA Rule 8210
FINRA Rule 8210 requires members to provide information, documents, and testimony upon request by FINRA.
FINRA Rule 2010
FINRA Rule 2010 holds brokers to high standards of commercial honor and just and equitable principles of trade.
Sanctions
Justin Anderson was indefinitely barred by FINRA starting on November 23, 2022.
You can read the full AWC here.
Background Information
Justin Anderson has passed the following exams:
- Series 66 – Uniform Combined State Law Examination
- Series 63 – Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
- SIE – Securities Industry Essentials Examination
- Series 7 – General Securities Representative Examination
He previously worked for the following firms:
- Cuso Financial Services (CRD#:42132)
- Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments (CRD#:35747)
- AXA Advisors (CRD#:6627)
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