White-collar crime is the name for a broad category of nonviolent crimes that are often committed in commercial environments (including online) and for the purpose of financial gain. Examples of federal and state white-collar criminal offenses include:

• antitrust violations
• bank fraud
• bankruptcy fraud
• bid rigging and price fixing
• blackmail
• bribery
• computer and internet fraud
• counterfeiting
• credit card fraud
• economic espionage and trade secret theft
• embezzlement
• environmental law violations
• extortion
• financial fraud
• government fraud
• health care fraud
• identity theft
• immigration fraud
• insider trading
• insurance fraud
• intellectual property theft
• kickbacks
• loan sharking
• mail fraud
• money laundering
• public assistance fraud (Medicare, Medicaid, Disability)
• public corruption
• racketeering
• securities fraud
• skimming (casinos)
• tax evasion
• telephone and telemarketing fraud

In Alaska, white-collar crimes encompass a range of nonviolent offenses aimed at obtaining financial gain, often through deceptive or fraudulent means. These crimes can be prosecuted under both state and federal law, depending on the nature and scope of the criminal activity. State statutes in Alaska address various forms of white-collar crime, such as fraud, theft, bribery, and embezzlement, under the Alaska Statutes Title 11, which pertains to Criminal Law. For instance, AS 11.46 covers theft and related offenses, while AS 11.56 addresses offenses against public administration, including bribery and corruption. Additionally, federal laws apply to white-collar crimes that cross state lines or involve federal agencies. Examples include the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) for racketeering, the Securities Exchange Act for securities fraud, and specific statutes for bank fraud, healthcare fraud, and tax evasion. In Alaska, as in other states, the penalties for white-collar crimes can be severe, including fines, restitution, and imprisonment. Individuals accused of such offenses often seek the counsel of an attorney with expertise in white-collar criminal defense.