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The terms “white-collar” and “blue-collar” crime don’t appear in any legal statutes, but they can separate different types of offenses. If the courts accuse you of a crime, understanding the distinction and hiring the right defense attorney is essential for achieving the best outcome. Below is a quick overview of the difference between white-collar and blue-collar crime.

How to Classify Types of Crime

White-Collar Crime

Generally, white-collar crimes are financially motivated offenses committed by professionals working in an office environment, who often wear white shirts. Because these offenses require technical expertise along with access to a company’s financial system, white-collar crimes are most often by mid-level managers, executives, and directors.

defense attorneyCommon examples of white-collar crimes include embezzlement, insider trading, money laundering, Ponzi schemes, and identity theft. Unlike other offenses, the evidence in these cases is highly technical, often consisting of network login data, financial records, and transaction details. If you’re facing an accusation of white-collar crime, you need a defense attorney with specific experience reviewing and challenging this evidence.

Blue-Collar Crime

The term “blue-collar crime” is misleading, as people from every walk of life commit these offenses. In general, blue-collar crime is any action a police officer would recognize as a criminal action, such as battery, assault, and theft. The category of blue-collar crimes is extensive, encompassing everything from drug possession to homicide.

 

No matter what charges you’re facing, the outcome of your case and your entire future may depend on the skill and experience of the defense attorney who represents you. For over a decade, James F. Bogen, Attorney at Law, has provided defendants throughout the Cincinnati, OH, area with the most aggressive representation possible. Visit his website for more on his white-collar crime expertise, follow him on Twitter for more legal tips and news, or call (513) 503-7251 to arrange a consultation today.

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