15 USC 6827 - Definitions

U.S Code last checked for updates: Apr 28, 2024

§ 6827.

Definitions

For purposes of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply:

(1)

Customer

(2)

Customer information of a financial institution

(3)

Document

(4)

Financial institution

(A)

In general

(B)

Certain financial institutions specifically included

(C)

Securities institutions

For purposes of subparagraph (B)—

(i)

the terms “broker” and “dealer” have the same meanings as given in section 78c of this title;

(ii)

the term “investment adviser” has the same meaning as given in section 80b–2(a)(11) of this title; and

(iii)

the term “investment company” has the same meaning as given in section 80a–3 of this title.

(D)

Certain persons and entities specifically excluded

(E)

Further definition by regulation

(Pub. L. 106–102, title V, § 527, Nov. 12, 1999, 113 Stat. 1449.)

cite as: 15 USC 6827