Securities Act of 1933: Federal law governing primary securities offerings, including Regulation D for private placements of convertible notes

Securities Exchange Act of 1934: Federal law regulating secondary market trading and ongoing reporting requirements for securities

JOBS Act of 2012: Legislation that eased securities regulations for small businesses, affecting how convertible notes can be offered and sold

Blue Sky Laws: State-specific securities laws governing registration requirements, disclosures, and state-level compliance for security offerings

State Usury Laws: State-specific laws regulating maximum allowable interest rates and terms for loans

State Corporate Laws: State-specific laws governing corporate formation, operation, and securities issuance (e.g., Delaware General Corporation Law)

Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax laws governing the treatment of convertible debt, including debt-to-equity conversions and interest deductibility

Uniform Commercial Code: State-adopted uniform laws governing commercial transactions, particularly Articles 3 (Negotiable Instruments) and 9 (Secured Transactions)

Banking Regulations: Federal and state regulations governing lending activities, particularly relevant if the lender is a financial institution

U.S. Bankruptcy Code: Federal laws governing bankruptcy proceedings, including treatment of convertible notes and subordination provisions

Investment Company Act of 1940: Federal law regulating investment companies and their activities, potentially affecting both lenders and borrowers