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.
Context ∞ Reports of court misconduct in crypto-related legal battles highlight the challenges of applying existing legal frameworks to a rapidly evolving technological landscape. These situations often prompt calls for judicial education on digital asset specifics and increased oversight of legal processes. The resolution of such issues is critical for establishing legal certainty and public trust in digital asset jurisprudence.