Does Rule 144 apply to restricted or control securities?

Rule 144 does not apply to: To sell your restricted or control securities to the public under Rule 144, you must meet five conditions. Note that although Rule 144 is not the only way to sell such securities, it is the most commonly used and provides a "safe harbor" for sellers. 1. Holding Period

What is SEC Rule 144?

Rule 144 is a regulation enforced by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) that sets the conditions for the sale or resale of restricted, unregistered, and control securities. Rule 144 provides an exemption from registration requirements for the sale of securities through the public markets if a number of specific conditions are met.

Can I sell unregistered securities under Rule 144?

There are several conditions to meet when you sell unregistered, restricted or control securities under Rule 144 in order to attain a “safe-harbor” exemption, meaning that you’ll be protected from penalty or liability so long as specific guidelines are followed. Before selling any restricted securities, you must hold them for a certain time period.