Case summary
On May 5, 2025, the Washington State Department of Financial Institutions Division of Securities entered a Consent Order (S-24-3869-25-CO01) against Rattlesnake Creek Industries, Inc, and Brian Barry.
Order details
Order File: S-24-3869-25-CO01
Laws & Rules: RCW 21.20.040
Penalties/Remedies:
- Fine: $10,000
- Investigative costs: $1,000
- Cease and desist
Findings
- Respondents violated the Securities Act by acting as an investment adviser and/or investment adviser representative while not registered to do so.
- Respondents returned $97,817.16 in client fees collected while unlicensed.
The Respondents waived their right to a hearing and to judicial review of the matter.