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 Nebraska, 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 offense. Nebraska's statutes cover various forms of fraud, embezzlement, forgery, and bribery, among others. For instance, Nebraska Revised Statute 28-608 addresses forgery, while 28-621 deals with criminal impersonation, which can relate to identity theft. Additionally, the state has provisions for computer crimes under Nebraska Revised Statute 28-1343, which could include computer and internet fraud. Federal laws also apply to white-collar crimes that cross state lines or involve federal agencies. For example, mail and wire fraud are typically prosecuted under federal law, as are securities fraud and insider trading, which are governed by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Penalties for white-collar crimes in Nebraska can range from fines and restitution to imprisonment, depending on the severity and impact of the crime.