What are white collar crimes? According to the FBI: “Reportedly coined in 1939, the term white-collar crime is now synonymous with the full range of frauds committed by business and government professionals. These crimes are characterized by deceit, concealment, or violation of trust and are not dependent on the application or threat of physical force or violence. The motivation behind these crimes is financial—to obtain or avoid losing money, property, or services or to secure a personal or business advantage.”
AG Garland Ends Federal Cocaine Disparities
This action is important and probably long overdue. However, it does not lessen the seriousness of federal drug charges. Federal court – let alone federal