### Question
What is the definition of securities fraud offense?


### Answer
The definition of **securities fraud offense** is as follows in *18 U.S.C. § 3301*:

> a violation of, or a conspiracy or an attempt to violate—


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#### Citation:
  - *18 U.S.C. § 3301*
  - Heading: **PART II-CRIMINAL PROCEDURE > CHAPTER 213-LIMITATIONS**

