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 Mississippi (MS), white-collar crimes encompass a range of nonviolent offenses committed for financial gain, often in business settings. These crimes can be prosecuted under both federal and state laws. Federal offenses include, but are not limited to, antitrust violations, securities fraud, and tax evasion, which are governed by various federal statutes such as the Sherman Antitrust Act, the Securities Exchange Act, and the Internal Revenue Code. State-level offenses are prosecuted under Mississippi's own statutes, which cover crimes like embezzlement, fraud, bribery, and computer crimes. Mississippi Code Title 97 covers crimes and punishments, including white-collar offenses such as computer fraud under Section 97-45 and embezzlement under Section 97-23. Penalties for these crimes can range from fines and restitution to imprisonment, depending on the severity of the offense and the amount of money involved. It is important for individuals facing such charges to consult with an attorney who is knowledgeable in both federal and state laws pertaining to white-collar crime.