Securities Act of 1933: Federal law that regulates the offering and sale of securities, requiring registration with the SEC unless an exemption applies. Key for SAFE agreements as they are considered securities.
Securities Exchange Act of 1934: Federal law governing secondary market trading of securities and establishing the SEC. Relevant for disclosure requirements and anti-fraud provisions.
Regulation D: SEC rules providing exemptions from securities registration requirements, particularly Rule 506 which is commonly used for private placements of SAFE agreements.
State Blue Sky Laws: State-specific securities regulations that require registration of securities offerings and regulate securities transactions within each state's jurisdiction.
Delaware General Corporation Law: Primary corporate law statute for Delaware corporations, crucial for corporate governance aspects of SAFE agreements if the company is Delaware-incorporated.
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax laws affecting the tax treatment of SAFE instruments and their conversion into equity.
SEC Guidelines: Regulatory guidance on disclosure requirements, investor qualification standards, and integration rules for securities offerings.
State Contract Laws: State-specific laws governing contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation applicable to SAFE agreements.
Investment Company Act of 1940: Federal law regulating investment companies and ensuring appropriate exemptions for companies issuing SAFE agreements.
Consumer Protection Laws: Federal and state regulations protecting investors from fraudulent practices and ensuring adequate disclosure in securities transactions.
