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Conspiracy
An agreement between two or more people to act in an unlawful way.
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White collar crime
Crimes committed during the course of an occupation that violate public trust or fiduciary responsibilities.
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Fiduciary responsibility
The obligation to act in the best interest of another party.
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Ark book
A photo catalog of every endangered species on the verge of extinction.
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Embezzlement
Misappropriation of funds or property.
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Extortion
Obtaining property through the use of fear, force, or under the guise of authority.
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Forgery
Falsification of documents.
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Fraud
Obtaining property through deception.
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Crimes against public
Illegal acts that harm or threaten the welfare of the public.
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Perjury
The offense of lying under oath, which is difficult to prove.
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Corporate crimes
Crimes committed by a business as an entity, rather than by a specific individual.
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Administrative offenses
Violations of regulations set by government agencies.
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Environmental violations
Crimes that breach environmental laws and regulations.
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Labor violations
Practices such as forcing employees to work overtime without pay.
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Unfair trade practices
Deceptive, fraudulent, or unethical commercial behavior.
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Computer crime
Crimes performed using computers, can target individuals or be used as a means to commit other crimes.
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Hierarchy in organized crime
A structured organization where leaders are protected and maintain control.
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RICO
Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, a U.S. law aimed at combating organized crime.
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Title 18
The code under which federal crimes and criminal procedures are defined in the U.S.
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Money laundering
The process of making illegally obtained money appear legitimate.
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Independent cells in organized crime
Small, autonomous groups that operate independently within a larger organization.
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Sentencing enhancements for hate crimes
Increased penalties assigned to crimes motivated by bias against race, religion, or other characteristics.
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Selection of audience in terrorism
The process of choosing a specific target audience for a terrorist act.
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Organized crime and violence
A characteristic of organized crime where violence is often used to maintain control and power.
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Sophistication in organized crime
The increasing organization and complexity of criminal groups as they evolve.
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Cultural differences in organized crime
Variations in organized crime dynamics based on cultural factors, such as masculinity.
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Trends in white collar crime
Patterns and shifts observed in the types or frequency of white collar offenses over time.
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Victims of white collar crime
Individuals or organizations who suffer harm due to deceitful business practices.
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Fraud detection methods
Techniques used to identify and reduce the occurrence of fraud.
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Regulatory offenses
Violations of laws implemented to protect public or consumer interests.
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Public trust violations
Acts that undermine the confidence the public has in institutions or responsibilities.
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Cybersecurity threats
Risks associated with crimes conducted through internet or digital platforms.
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RICO penalties
Legal consequences faced by entities defined under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act.
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Terrorist act components
Key elements that define an act of terrorism, including intent and execution.
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Role of media in crime perception
The influence media coverage has on public perception and understanding of crime.
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Impact of organized crime on society
The detrimental effects organized crime has on communities and economies.
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International implications of white collar crime
The effects white collar crime has on global business practices and regulations.
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Psychological aspects of criminals
The mental and emotional factors influencing criminal behavior.
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Economic motivations behind crime
Financial incentives that drive individuals or groups to commit crimes.
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Consequences of corporate crimes
Legal and economic repercussions faced by businesses involved in illegal activities.
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Insurance fraud
Deliberate deception made to an insurance provider.
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Consumer scams
Fraudulent schemes designed to deceive consumers.
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Digital piracy
The illegal copying and distribution of digital media.
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Identity theft
The act of stealing someone's personal information for fraudulent use.
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Cryptocurrency crime
Illegal activities involving digital currencies.
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Whistleblower protection laws
Legal safeguards for individuals reporting unethical or illegal activities within organizations.
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Unemployment fraud
Illegally obtaining unemployment benefits.
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Social engineering in cybercrime
Manipulating individuals to gain confidential information unlawfully.
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Stock manipulation
Illegally influencing the price or trading volume of stocks.