What is White Collar Crime?

Posted by Jarrett P. AmbeauFeb 07, 20230 Comments

The term "white collar crime" refers to non-violent, financial crimes committed by individuals, businesses and government professionals. Sociologist Edwin Sutherland coined the term in 1939 and defined white collar crime as "a crime committed by a person of respectability and high social status in the course of their occupation."

What is Mail Fraud?

Posted by Jarrett P. AmbeauDec 17, 20200 Comments

According to the US Postal Inspection Service (USPIS), any fraud that involves the US mail is mail fraud, whether it originates in the mail, by phone, or online. As such, you should be aware of the following types of mail fraud that federal agencies such ...