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 Pennsylvania (PA), white-collar crimes encompass a variety of nonviolent offenses committed for financial gain, often in business settings. These crimes can be prosecuted under both federal and state laws. Examples include fraud (bank, bankruptcy, credit card, financial, healthcare, insurance, mail), embezzlement, bribery, identity theft, money laundering, tax evasion, and computer-related crimes, among others. Pennsylvania statutes address these offenses in various sections of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, such as the Crimes Code (Title 18) and the statutes governing commerce and trade. Penalties for white-collar crimes in PA can range from fines and restitution to imprisonment, depending on the severity and circumstances of the crime. Additionally, federal laws, such as the Sarbanes-Oxley Act for securities fraud and the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act for internet-related crimes, may apply. Individuals facing white-collar criminal charges in PA should seek the counsel of an experienced attorney to navigate the complexities of both state and federal legal systems.