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 New York, white-collar crimes encompass a wide range of nonviolent offenses committed for financial gain, often in a business context. These crimes can be prosecuted under both federal and state laws. Examples include fraud in various forms (bank, bankruptcy, credit card, financial, health care, insurance, securities), embezzlement, money laundering, bribery, identity theft, antitrust violations, and tax evasion, among others. New York State has specific statutes addressing these offenses, such as the New York Penal Law, which defines and penalizes different types of fraud and related criminal conduct. Additionally, federal laws, such as the Securities Exchange Act, the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act, and the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), may also apply. Penalties for white-collar crimes in New York can be severe, including fines, restitution, and imprisonment. Due to the complexity of these cases, which often involve intricate financial transactions and regulatory issues, individuals accused of white-collar crimes frequently seek representation from attorneys who specialize in this area of law.