misconduct

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Angelenos who have long sought records related to alleged misconduct by sheriff’s deputies also cheered the court’s decision.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The panel concludes that “there is insufficient evidence to support a finding of misconduct measured against the standard of beyond a reasonable doubt.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The police watchdog said that a former detective constable could face gross misconduct proceedings - relating to alleged failures to properly investigate - and that two former detective sergeants were being investigated for alleged misconduct.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 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

Even a whiff of misconduct coming so soon after Teapot Dome could end his career.

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann