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 Kentucky, white-collar crimes encompass a range of nonviolent offenses committed for financial gain, often in business settings. These crimes can be prosecuted under both federal and state laws. Kentucky statutes cover various forms of fraud, including but not limited to bank fraud, credit card fraud, healthcare fraud, and identity theft. The state also has laws against bribery, embezzlement, and other corrupt practices. For instance, the Kentucky Penal Code outlines offenses such as theft by deception and forgery, which can be applied to white-collar criminal activities. Additionally, federal laws address crimes that cross state lines or involve federal agencies, such as mail fraud, securities fraud, and tax evasion. Penalties for white-collar crimes in Kentucky can range from fines and restitution to imprisonment, depending on the severity of the offense and the amount of money involved. Individuals accused of such crimes often seek the counsel of an attorney who specializes in criminal defense or specifically in white-collar crime defense.