White-Collar Crimes
Federal white-collar crimes involve non-violent offenses committed through deception, misrepresentation, or abuse of trust, often for financial gain. These cases are prosecuted under federal law and frequently involve complex investigations, financial records, digital evidence, and multiple statutes charged together.
White-collar statutes may apply to fraud schemes, false statements to the government, identity-related offenses, cyber and computer crimes, securities violations, and financial structuring designed to evade reporting requirements. The specific charges depend on how the alleged conduct occurred and which systems or institutions were involved.
The statutes below govern how federal white-collar crimes are defined, charged, and prosecuted.
- 18 U.S.C. § 1341 – Frauds and Swindles (Mail Fraud)
- 18 U.S.C. § 1343 – Fraud by Wire, Radio, or Television (Wire Fraud)
- 18 U.S.C. § 1344 – Bank Fraud
- 18 U.S.C. § 1348 – Securities and Commodities Fraud
- 18 U.S.C. § 1349 – Attempt and Conspiracy (Fraud Offenses)
- 18 U.S.C. § 1001 – False Statements to the Federal Government
- 18 U.S.C. § 1028 – Fraud Involving Identification Documents
- 18 U.S.C. § 1029 – Fraud Involving Access Devices
- 18 U.S.C. § 1030 – Computer Fraud and Related Activity
- 18 U.S.C. § 1346 – Honest Services Fraud Definition
- 31 U.S.C. § 5324 – Structuring Transactions to Evade Reporting Requirements
Understanding Federal White-Collar Crime Laws
Federal white-collar statutes regulate a wide range of financial and fraud-based conduct involving businesses, government agencies, and financial institutions. These cases often turn on intent, documentation, and complex transactional evidence, and may carry severe penalties depending on the scope and amount involved.
Federal White-Collar Defense
White-collar investigations often begin long before charges are filed and may involve subpoenas, audits, or search warrants. If you are under investigation or facing federal white-collar charges, speaking with an attorney experienced in federal financial crimes can help you understand your options. Contact Combs Waterkotte online or call (314) 900-HELP to discuss your situation with an experienced federal criminal defense attorney.
