### Question
What does registered representative mean?


### Answer
**Registered representative** has the following meaning in *12 U.S.C. § 3423*:

> an individual who represents a broker-dealer in effecting or attempting to effect a purchase or sale of securities

#### Citation:
  - *12 U.S.C. § 3423*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 35-RIGHT TO FINANCIAL PRIVACY**

