misconduct

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At the same time, Lively has framed the dispute as a test case for California’s relatively new law protecting people who speak publicly about sexual misconduct.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

They are also being investigated for potential gross misconduct.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

A more effective way to protect us from AI-related misconduct would be to strengthen the capacity and technical expertise of investigative and prosecutorial agencies to address AI-related misconduct when appropriate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Swift and effective prosecution can be a much stronger deterrent to misconduct than regulations that aim to prevent misconduct but rarely do.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

As a result of immunity law, the Court held that a prosecutor cannot be held liable for misconduct in a criminal case, even if he intentionally and illegally withheld evidence of innocence.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson