Power to examine
The authority to inspect a regulated firm’s books, records, systems and controls, on site or remotely.
Overview
Examination powers let supervisors and SROs test whether firms are actually complying, not just whether they say they are. Examinations can be routine, risk-based or triggered by specific concerns.
It connects most directly to Periodic examination, Examination and Supervisory authority.
Check the official sources below for legal scope, applicable dates and exceptions. This entry is an explanatory reference, not legal advice.
Why it matters
An examiner’s findings carry real consequences even when no rule was broken outright.
Who it affects
Supervised firms.
Connections
The terms most closely tied to Power to examine. Select one to open it.
What to do about it
- 1Note which authorities hold this power over you.
- 2Weight the obligations behind it by the consequence it carries.
- 3Prepare evidence before you are asked for it.
From requirement to evidence.
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