What term is used for crimes that typically occur in a business context using nonviolent means?

The term "white-collar crime" refers to nonviolent criminal activities that typically occur within a business context by individuals, corporations, or government officials. This type of crime often involves deceit, concealment, or violation of trust and includes activities such as fraud, embezzlement, insider trading, and money laundering. The defining feature of white-collar crime is that it usually does not involve physical violence, but rather focuses on financial gain through dishonest means.

In contrast, property crime involves the theft of physical items or property, typically involving acts like burglary, larceny, or vandalism. These crimes are characterized by a more direct assault on property and generally require a physical action.

The term "blue-collar crime" is often associated with more traditional, physically violent crimes typically performed by individuals with lower socioeconomic status, whereas "corporate crime" is more specific to crimes committed by or within a corporation for its benefit. While corporate crime can overlap with white-collar crime, as it may involve fraudulent activities for profit, not all white-collar crimes are committed by corporations.

Thus, the correct terminology for crimes occurring in a business context using nonviolent means is indeed white-collar crime.