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

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

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

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

If Tate was a state officer, Monroe County would have no liability for his misconduct and no recovery would be possible from the State of Alabama.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson