Whenever it appears to the commissioner that any person, including a controlling person of an offeror or target company, has engaged or is about to engage in any act or practice constituting a violation of sections 36b-40 to 36b-52, inclusive, or any regulation or order thereunder, he may, through the Attorney General, bring an action in the name of the state for the superior court of the judicial district of Hartford to enjoin the acts or practices and to enforce compliance with said sections or any order or regulation thereunder. Upon a proper showing the court may grant a permanent or temporary injunction or restraining order or may order rescission of any sales or purchases of securities determined to be unlawful under said sections or any regulation or order thereunder. The commissioner shall not be required to post any bond.

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Terms Used In Connecticut General Statutes 36b-50

  • Injunction: An order of the court prohibiting (or compelling) the performance of a specific act to prevent irreparable damage or injury.
  • Rescission: The cancellation of budget authority previously provided by Congress. The Impoundment Control Act of 1974 specifies that the President may propose to Congress that funds be rescinded. If both Houses have not approved a rescission proposal (by passing legislation) within 45 days of continuous session, any funds being withheld must be made available for obligation.