2.32 Embezzlement and Misapplication of Bank Funds / 18 U.S.C. Sec. 656 is a federal criminal offense that involves the wrongful conversion of funds belonging to a bank. This offense is broadly defined as the wrongful taking or misapplication of money or property entrusted to the offender’s care. Individuals charged with this crime can be fined and/or imprisoned for up to 30 years depending upon the severity of the offense. The two distinct types of embezzlement and misapplication of bank funds / 18 U.S.C. Sec. 656 are: 1. Embezzlement: This involves the wrongful conversion of funds by an individual in a position of trust or authority, such as an employee of a bank. 2. Misapplication of Bank Funds: This involves the wrongful use of a bank’s funds for personal gain or for any purpose other than for which the funds were intended. This could include unauthorized investments, loans, and other transactions.