Facing federal insider trading charges in Hanover County? The SEC and DOJ prosecute insider trading under 15 U.S.C. § 78j(b) and SEC Rule 10b-5, carrying potential prison time and fines. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 4,739+ firm-wide case results. An Insider Trading lawyer Hanover County can help you understand your rights. Contact us 24/7.
Last verified: April 2026 | Hanover County General District Court | Va. Code Title 13.1 (Corporations) and federal securities laws
Insider trading is the illegal purchase or sale of securities based on material, non-public information. Federal law under 15 U.S.C. § 78j(b) and SEC Rule 10b-5 prohibits this practice. The SEC and U.S. Department of Justice jointly enforce these laws. A conviction can result in substantial prison time, criminal fines, and SEC civil penalties. The Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C., founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris, provides defense against these serious federal charges.
For more information, review the Virginia Code Title 13.1 (Corporations) on the Virginia General Assembly website and the Hanover County General District Court official website.
- Contact a securities insider trading defense lawyer Hanover County immediately upon notice of an SEC investigation.
- Preserve all records of trades, communications, and financial documents.
- Do not speak to investigators without legal counsel present.
- Your lawyer will analyze the trading timeline and the source of the information.
- Your lawyer will negotiate with prosecutors or prepare for trial in federal court.
In Hanover County, federal insider trading carries up to 20 years in prison and fines up to $5 million for individuals.
| Offense | Classification | Incarceration | Fine | License Impact | Additional Consequences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insider Trading (Securities Fraud) | Federal Felony | Up to 20 years | Up to $5 million (individual) | SEC bars from securities industry | Disgorgement of profits, civil penalties, reputational harm |
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Q: What is insider trading under federal law?
Yes. Insider trading is the illegal trading of a security based on material, non-public information, violating SEC Rule 10b-5 and 15 U.S.C. § 78j(b).
Q: What are the penalties for insider trading in Hanover County?
A federal conviction carries up to 20 years in prison and fines up to $5 million for individuals. The SEC can also seek disgorgement of profits and civil penalties.
Q: Can I be charged if I didn’t trade myself but gave a tip?
Yes. Tipping material, non-public information to someone who then trades can also lead to insider trading charges under the misappropriation theory.
Q: How does the SEC investigate insider trading?
The SEC uses sophisticated data analysis to detect unusual trading patterns before material announcements. They issue subpoenas and conduct interviews.
Q: What should I do if I am under SEC investigation?
It depends. You should immediately contact a securities insider trading defense lawyer Hanover County. Do not speak to investigators without counsel. Preserve all relevant documents.
Last verified: April 2026. Information updated as of April 2026. Laws change — contact Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 for current guidance.