What is Section 4(a)(1) (formerly Section 4(1))?
Definition:
Section 4(a)(1) is a registration exemption from Section 5 of the Securities Act available for ordinary transactions not involving an issuer, dealer, or underwriter. This exemption is often relied upon for resales and secondary distributions.
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