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 Washington State, white-collar crimes encompass a variety of nonviolent offenses committed for financial gain, often in business settings or online. These crimes can violate both federal laws and state statutes. Examples include fraud in various forms (bank, bankruptcy, credit card, financial, health care, insurance, securities, etc.), embezzlement, identity theft, bribery, extortion, money laundering, tax evasion, and intellectual property theft, among others. Washington State has specific statutes addressing many of these offenses, such as the Washington Criminal Code (RCW 9A), which outlines penalties for theft, fraud, and other related crimes. Additionally, federal laws such as the Securities Exchange Act, Computer Fraud and Abuse Act, and the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) may apply. Penalties for white-collar crimes can range from fines and restitution to imprisonment, depending on the severity and scope of the crime. Individuals accused of such offenses often seek the counsel of an attorney with expertise in white-collar criminal defense to navigate the complexities of both state and federal legal systems.