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Statement on 2nd Circuit Decision

Andrew Ceresney
Director, SEC Division of Enforcement

Washington D.C.

"We are pleased with today’s ruling by the Second Circuit Court of Appeals reaffirming the significant deference accorded to the SEC in determining whether to settle with parties and on what terms.  While the SEC has and will continue to seek admissions in appropriate cases, settlements without admissions also enable regulatory agencies to serve the public interest by returning money to harmed investors more quickly, without the uncertainty and delay from litigation and without the need to expend additional agency resources."

Last Reviewed or Updated: June 4, 2014