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 Wisconsin, 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 federal and state laws, depending on the nature and scope of the criminal activity. State statutes in Wisconsin address various forms of white-collar crime, such as theft by fraud, embezzlement, bribery, and computer crimes, which are outlined in the Wisconsin Statutes (e.g., Chapter 943 for theft and fraud-related offenses). Additionally, federal laws apply to offenses that cross state lines or involve federal agencies, such as bank fraud, securities fraud, and mail fraud. Penalties for white-collar crimes in Wisconsin can include fines, restitution, and imprisonment, and the severity of the punishment typically corresponds to the amount of money involved and the impact of the crime. White-collar criminal cases may be complex, often involving detailed financial investigations, and defendants in such cases may face both criminal charges and civil lawsuits.