IC 27-4-9-5: Violations

Sec. 5. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), a recommendation made in violation of section 3 of this chapter is an unfair method of competition or an unfair and deceptive act or practice under IC 27-4-1-4.

(b) A recommendation made in violation of section 3 of this chapter is not an unfair method of competition or an unfair and deceptive act or practice under IC 27-4-1-4 if the recommendation is made in compliance with the National Association of Securities Dealers Conduct Rules concerning suitability, as determined by the commissioner.