Top 5 White Collar Crimes

Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass || 17-Nov-2011

Not all crimes are committed by the poor and desperate. As we endure these harsh economic times, we’re becoming increasingly aware of white collar crimes, often committed by the very wealthy. Some of the most common types of white collar crimes include:

1. Business fraud
If a company makes promises that it has no intention of honoring, its executives are committing business fraud. Business fraud can have profound effects on individuals and other business alike as they get duped by the deceiving company’s promises that are often “too good to be true.”

2. Tax fraud
Benjamin Franklin is quoted saying, “In this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” Nonetheless, there are many out there who cheat their way out of their civic duty by lying on their taxes or flat-out refusing to pay them.

3. Perjury
Once a white collar criminal is indicted, he may choose to cover up his guilt by lying under oath. When he does, he is committing perjury—a crime that will only increase his fines and/or prison sentence.

4. Counterfeiting
Rather than stealing money, some criminals get the idea to make their own money—literally. All U.S. currency is produced by the U. S. Department of Treasury and U. S. Mint, and any other attempt to print and distribute money is punishable by a steep prison sentence.

5. Embezzlement
When placed in charge of a lot of money, sometimes the urge to take it is overwhelming. When accountants, bank officials, or others illegally distribute funds, they are committing embezzlement, and may face a lengthy jail or prison sentence.

If you suspect that you’re being investigated for any of the above crimes, contact the best Dallas criminal defense attorney at the Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass. Over the last 20 years, Mr. Grass has built quite a reputation for taking cases from administrative hearings all the way to the U. S. Supreme Court. Give Jeffrey Grass a call today at to find out how he can help you.