can you sell shares privately?

Do you have to go through a broker? Could I sell my worthless dotcon shares to a friend, and register the change myself?

Depends on where the company is registered but, generally, yes, you can sell (or transfer) shares privately, without involving a broker or a stock exchange. The name and address of the Company registrar will probably be on the share certificate. Contact the registrar to find out what you have to do.

thanks for the info