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 Rhode Island, white-collar crimes are addressed under various state statutes and federal laws, targeting nonviolent offenses typically committed for financial gain. These crimes can range from fraud and embezzlement to bribery and identity theft. For instance, Rhode Island General Laws Title 11 covers various forms of fraudulent practices, including computer crime, embezzlement, and obtaining money under false pretenses. Additionally, the state has laws against bribery and corruption (Title 11, Chapter 7), and specific statutes addressing health care fraud, insurance fraud, and other forms of financial deception. On the federal level, white-collar crimes may be prosecuted under a range of statutes, such as the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), the Securities Exchange Act for securities fraud, and the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act for cybercrimes. Penalties for these crimes in Rhode Island can include fines, restitution, and imprisonment, and the severity of the punishment often correlates with the amount of money involved and the impact of the crime. Individuals facing white-collar criminal charges in Rhode Island may seek the counsel of an attorney who specializes in this area of law to navigate the complexities of both state and federal regulations.