### Question
How does the law define securities laws?


### Answer
Under *15 U.S.C. § 7201*, **securities laws** is defined as:

> the provisions of law referred to in section 78c(a)(47) of this title and includes the rules, regulations, and orders issued by the Commission thereunder

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 7201*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 98-PUBLIC COMPANY ACCOUNTING REFORM AND CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY**

