James is a vice president of a local banking organization. He and his wife have been in danger of foreclosure on their home after his wife lost her job last year. James recently found out that he can transfer a small percentage of his client's earnings into his own account without drawing the attention of those in power at the organization. He has been able to transfer enough money to break even on their mortgage. He is aware that he is breaking the law; however, he does not see his crime as being on the same scale as a violent crime. He is also aware that if he is caught, the criminal justice system will go easy on him because he is a first-time offender. When caught, James admitted to stealing approximately $100,000 from his employer over the past year through financial deception. This is what Edwin Sutherland referred to as ______ crime.

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James is a vice president of a local banking organization.  He and his wife have been in danger of foreclosure on their home after his wife lost her job last year.  James recently found out that he can transfer a small percentage of his client's earnings into his own account without drawing the attention of those in power at the organization.  He has been able to transfer enough money to break even on their mortgage.  He is aware that he is breaking the law; however, he does not see his crime as being on the same scale as a violent crime.  He is also aware that if he is caught, the criminal justice system will go easy on him because he is a first-time offender. When caught, James admitted to stealing approximately $100,000 from his employer over the past year through financial deception.  This is what Edwin Sutherland referred to as ______ crime.

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Edwin Sutherland coined the term "white-collar crime" to describe non-violent crimes committed by individuals in professional positions during the course of their occupation, typically involving deceit and motivated by financial gain.

James Is a Vice President of a Local Banking Organization