Category Archives: White Collar Crime
Maryland Men Plead Guilty to Bank Fraud Scheme
Fraud is a crime that can encompass a variety of activities. In regards to bank fraud, a person engaging in this crime may use fake IDs, debit cards, checks, money orders, cash withdrawals and other instruments to defraud banks of large sums of money. This was what recently happened when a group of four… Read More »
Maryland Woman Sentenced After Embezzling $180,000
Money is a motivator for most people, and many people will go to great lengths to get ahold of it. Some even create elaborate schemes to deprive their employer of money and put it in their own pockets. This is called embezzlement, and like other forms of theft, it’s a common crime. A Maryland… Read More »
Woman Convicted of Identity Theft Involving Tax Returns
Identity theft is a huge problem in the United States. People are constantly getting their information compromised by hackers and others who know how to misuse data. This impacts victims in many ways, but those who are caught can also face stiff penalties, depending on the situation. A woman in Maryland helped clients engage… Read More »
Maryland Woman Steals $1 Million From Employer, Faces Fraud Charges
When hiring a bookkeeper or other position that deals with finances, trust is key. Unfortunately, many of those who deal with money take advantage of their employers. They take money for personal use—often a little here and there—and it slowly adds up. The employer does not catch it until it is too late. This… Read More »
Treasurer Embezzles $82,000 From Union
Many people steal from their employers. Many engage in petty theft, such as taking office supplies or maybe even a few dollars here and there. Others concoct detailed embezzlement schemes to get their hands on large amounts of cash. Embezzlement is often done by disgruntled employees who are mad about low pay, no benefits… Read More »
Man Pleads Guilty to Running Billion-Dollar Fraud Scheme in Florida
Fraud is a common crime, particularly among those in the financial sector. These people deal with money on a daily basis and therefore consider themselves experts at handling it and making it. Some go beyond the tasks of their job and implement their own schemes to make money. While certain investments are legal, defrauding… Read More »
Employee Embezzlement Schemes
There are many people who feel the need to “cheat” the system. For example, those who feel as though they have been wronged by the government may engage in tax fraud. Employees who work hard without much recognition or reward may feel as though they have a right to steal from their employer to… Read More »
Maryland Man Arrested for Engaging in Ponzi Scheme
Ponzi schemes first became popular in the 1920s. Nearly a century later, people are still luring others into these schemes. These schemes use investments from new investors to pay older investors. The common theme is “robbing Peter to pay Paul.” These schemes defraud people and are therefore illegal. This white collar crime can result… Read More »
Maryland HOA President Pleads Guilty to Embezzlement Charge
A president of an HOA has pled guilty to a misdemeanor embezzlement charge after he and four other people allegedly stole more than $100,000 over the last five years. The man accepted a plea deal in which sentencing would be delayed until a restitution plan is reached. The man, his wife, his daughter, the… Read More »