California · Corporations Code
CORP §25400: It is unlawful for any person, directly or indirectly, in this state: (a) For the purpose of creating a false or misleading appearance of active trading in any security or a false or misleading appear
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This statute prohibits deceptive trading practices in securities, including wash trades, matched orders, price manipulation, and false statements about securities to induce trading.
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