### Question
How does the law define company?


### Answer
Under *12 U.S.C. § 5612*, **company** is defined as:

> any entity other than a natural person that is incorporated or organized under Federal law or the laws of any State

#### Citation:
  - *12 U.S.C. § 5612*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 53-WALL STREET REFORM AND CONSUMER PROTECTION > SUBCHAPTER VI-FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM PROVISIONS**

