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Court Misconduct

Definition

Court misconduct refers to improper or unethical actions by legal professionals or court officials during judicial proceedings. This can include procedural irregularities, conflicts of interest, suppression of evidence, or biased rulings. Such actions undermine the integrity of the judicial system and can significantly impact the fairness of legal outcomes. In cases involving digital assets, it might relate to improper handling of evidence or misapplication of law concerning novel technologies.