FINRA Rule 4360 becomes effective January 1, 2012, and replaces NASD Rule 3020 dealing with Fidelity Bonds for broker-dealers. The Rule change may significantly increase the amount of coverage required for smaller broker-dealers. Firms should check their bond, as well as the coverage amount required under the new rule, and take necessary steps to increase coverage, if needed, to be in place on January 1st.
