For corporations or financial institutions, a cease-and-desist order may be issued to prevent risky banking practices or the sale of fraudulent securities. After notification is given, a hearing is usually called to determine whether any wrongdoing has occurred, or if the action may continue. Failure to comply with a cease-and-desist order is punishable by the courts.
The judge ordered the merchant to cease and desist the deceptive practices.
•When they were ordered to cease and desist, they finally stopped.
припиняти продовження (протиправної дії або протиправних дій)