Jeremy Dodgion

Fraud involves intentionally using deception, misrepresentation, or false information to obtain money, property, services, or some other benefit. Fraud charges can take many forms, including credit card fraud, insurance fraud, identity fraud, and internet fraud.

Racketeering generally involves engaging in a pattern of illegal activity to obtain money, property, or influence. These charges are often associated with organized criminal enterprises, extortion, fraud, or other unlawful conduct carried out as part of an ongoing operation. Under the federal Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), individuals involved in certain organized criminal activities may face prosecution for participating in or benefiting from a criminal enterprise.

Computer crimes involve the use of technology to commit or facilitate illegal activity. These charges may include identity theft, computer hacking, unauthorized access, computer fraud, or other fraudulent acts carried out through a computer or online system.

Extortion involves obtaining money, property, services, or other benefits through threats, intimidation, coercion, or other forms of unlawful pressure. This may include conduct such as blackmail, threats of harm, or demands made in exchange for avoiding a threatened action. Extortion charges are serious offenses that can result in significant penalties, including fines and potential incarceration.

Embezzlement involves the theft or misuse of money or property that has been entrusted to an individual, often by an employer or organization. These charges can arise from a variety of situations, including taking small amounts over time, stealing a large sum of money, misusing company funds, credit card fraud, or altering financial records to conceal the conduct.

White collar crime is a broad category that includes a wide range of financially motivated offenses. While there is no single legal definition of a white-collar crime, these cases generally involve allegations of fraud, deception, or unlawful financial activity. Depending on the circumstances, offenses such as financial crimes, business-related crimes, tax offenses, and other forms of fraud may fall within this category.