According to FINRA, John Anthony Orlando was fined $2,500 and suspended for 10 business days for causing his firm to maintain inaccurate books and records by mischaracterizing solicited transactions as unsolicited. Orlando solicited a customer to participate in transactions but marked them as unsolicited. Accurate trade records are essential for regulatory oversight and supervision. Mischaracterizing solicited trades as unsolicited can help brokers evade suitability obligations and supervisory reviews. Investors should review trade confirmations to ensure accuracy.