Powers
The laws we administer give us the powers we need to perform our role.
These include powers to:
| Register and license | Regulate | Enforce |
|---|---|---|
|
Register financial services providers Maintain publicly accessible registers Grant Australian financial services and credit licences |
Intervene to ban defective products Make legislative rules to ensure financial market integrity Grant relief from legislation |
Investigate suspected breaches Issue infringement notices Seek civil penalties Ban individual activity Prosecute offenders |
Our powers are designed to protect consumers against misconduct and harms relating to financial products and services.