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 Wyoming, 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. Federal offenses include crimes like antitrust violations, bank and bankruptcy fraud, computer and internet fraud, and securities fraud, which are prosecuted under federal statutes such as the Sherman Antitrust Act, the Bank Fraud Statute, the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act, and the Securities Exchange Act. State-level offenses in Wyoming are addressed under various statutes in the Wyoming Criminal Code, which cover crimes such as bribery, theft, forgery, and fraud, including credit card fraud and insurance fraud. Penalties for white-collar crimes in Wyoming can range from fines and restitution to imprisonment, depending on the severity of the offense and the amount of money involved. Additionally, Wyoming has laws pertaining to racketeering under the Wyoming Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (Wyoming RICO), which allows for the prosecution of individuals involved in ongoing criminal enterprises. It is important for individuals facing white-collar crime charges in Wyoming to consult with an attorney who is knowledgeable in both federal and state laws relevant to their case.