Yes, but you should consult with an experienced securities-enforcement attorney before contacting the SEC to determine your potential liability. Once you submit a tip, the SEC can forward the information to other agencies, including the Department of Justice, for potential criminal investigations.

Importantly, even though the SEC Whistleblower Program allows anonymous submissions through attorneys, the agency will issue an award only after it determines that the whistleblower is eligible for the award. The SEC may reduce the amount of an award if the whistleblower participated in, or was culpable for, the violation.

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Chapter 1 - What is the SEC Whistleblower Program?

Chapter 2 - Can I Submit Anonymous Tip to SEC Whistleblower Office?

Chapter 3 - What Employment Protections are Available for SEC Whistleblowers?

Chapter 4- What Violations Qualify For A SEC Whistleblower Award?

Chapter 5- What are the largest SEC whistleblower awards?

Chapter 6- Who Is An Eligible SEC Whistleblower?

Chapter 8- Can I Submit A Tip to the SEC Whistleblower Office if I Agreed to a Confidentiality Provision in an Employment/Severance Agreement?

Chapter 9- Compliance Personnel, Auditors, Officers and Directors Can Obtain SEC Whistleblower Awards

Chapter 10 - When is Best Time to Report Fraud or Misconduct to SEC?

Chapter 11 - Do I Have To Report The Violation To My Company Before Reporting It To The SEC Whistleblower Office?