When an individual commits a crime, they are committing an act in violation of the laws of the city, county, state, or country they are in, and may be prosecuted and punished according to the law. There are many different types of crimes, however. A major delineation is between blue-collar and white-collar crimes.
White-Collar Crime vs Blue Collar Crime
The difference between blue and white-collar crimes is typically divided by social class. White-collar crimes are usually committed by those in a higher social class, whereas blue-collar crimes are usually committed by those in a lower social class.
What is a Blue Collar Crime?
The term blue-collar crime was originally coined to mean those crimes committed by someone from the working or lower class of society.
Today, blue-collar crimes are typically those crimes that are considered to be fueled on by passion, rage or other emotions, as compared to those that are carefully calculated and executed. The following, which are crimes that cause injury to people or property, are considered blue-collar crimes.
Blue Collar Crime Examples:
What is a White Collar Crime?
White-collar crimes, on the other hand, originally referred to those crimes committed by individuals with higher social status or upper-level occupation that often required them to wear a suit and a white collared shirt.
In this day and age, white-collar crimes are those crimes that are generally committed in a business setting and are considered to be non-violent. Some people refer to white-collar crimes as "paper crimes".
Examples of White Collar Crimes:
- Wire fraud
- Forgery
- Embezzlement
- and more
Accused of a White or Blue Collar Crime? Call Henrickson & Sereebutra
If you or a loved one has been arrested for committing a crime in or around Paulding County, the first thing you need to do is contact a Paulding County criminal defense lawyer at the firm. As former prosecutors with over 100 years of combined experience, we have a unique insight into criminal defense cases.
Due to our experience and because of their knowledge in regards to how law enforcement and the prosecution works, we know exactly how to spot weaknesses in the evidence and case against you. In every case, we work diligently to see that our clients are afforded only the highest level of service.
Whether you have been arrested for a blue-collar or white-collar crime, a conviction will have a serious impact on your freedom and your future. Contact a Paulding County criminal defense attorney to determine how best to proceed.