Misconduct in office

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Scope of this subject

Here are entered works on criminal offenses committed by government officials in the performance of their duties. Works on offenses against professional ethics or against discipline are entered under names of countries, cities, government departments, etc. with subdivision [Officials and employees--Discipline.] Works on specific offenses are entered under the name of the offense, e.g. [Bribery.] Works on the personal liability of government officials to the state or to individuals for wrongful acts committed in office are entered under [Administrative responsibility.] Works on the liability of the state for wrongful acts of officials are entered under [Government liability.]

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Names and connections

Malfeasance in office; Misfeasance in office; Official misconduct

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