The FBI investigates white collar criminal activities, such as money laundering, securities and commodities fraud, bank fraud and embezzlement, environmental crimes, fraud against the government, health care fraud, election law violations, copyright violations, and telemarketing fraud.

These crimes are categorized by deceit, concealment, or violation of trust, and are not dependent upon the application or threat of physical force or violence. Such acts are committed by individuals or organizations to obtain money, property, or services; to avoid the payment or loss of money or services; or to secure personal or business advantage.

The FBI priorities in White Collar Crime are as follows: 1) Public Corruption; 2) Securities Fraud; 3) Health Care Fraud; and 4) Financial Institution Fraud.