Fitzgerald suit leads to hiring of lawyer Aug 13, 2008
The Clay County Commission hired a Jacksonville attorney to defend a lawsuit filed by Commissioner Christy Fitzgerald, who is seeking county reimbursement of legal fees stemming from her 2004 official misconduct indictment ... The suit seeks at least $15,000 in legal fees and expenses incurred in defending the official misconduct charge ... Fitzgerald was indicted for official misconduct and other charges in 2004 as an outgrowth of a state and federal probe of government corruption and illegal... (Florida Times-Union)
Worker arrested at Oregon hospital's Portland campus Aug 11, 2008
Francisco Nunez, 56, of Milwaukie was charged with sodomy and official misconduct, and held in the Multnomah County Jail on $1. 1 million bail. (Seattle Post Intelligencer)
Custodian charged with sodomizing female patient at state hospital Aug 11, 2008
Police say Francisco Nunez of Milwaukie has been accused of sodomy and official misconduct after a fellow hospital staff member witnessed him having sex with a female patient. Nunez is being held in the Multnomah County Jail on $1. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Detroit Mayor Released From Jail, Charged With Assault Aug 9, 2008
In that case, the mayor and a top aide face perjury, official misconduct and obstruction of justice charges stemming from his testimony in a civil trial last year. At the heart of the case are steamy text messages contradicting their claim that they didn't have a romantic relationship. (Fox News)
Document outlines tax scandal Aug 9, 2008
Larsen was arrested Thursday and charged with grand theft and official misconduct, which are felonies ... "We're dealing with official misconduct," State Attorney Norman Wolfinger said after Larsen's arrest. (Florida Today)
Ex-Brevard tax official faces felony charges Aug 8, 2008
Lance Larsen, the former chief deputy of the Brevard County Property Appraiser's Office, was arrested Thursday and charged with one count of grand theft and seven counts of official misconduct ... Each of the official misconduct charges -- third-degree felonies -- carry a penalty of up to five years in prison and a maximum fine of $5,000 ... He said he wasn't familiar enough with specifics of the official misconduct charges to comment. (Florida Today)
Let’s stop pedophiles Aug 8, 2008
Scott W. Ballo, a long-time spokesman for various Democratic political campaigns and a former communications director for the Oregon Economic and Community Development Department, was arraigned today in Marion County Circuit Court on two charges of encouraging child sex abuse (both misdemeanors) and one charge of official misconduct (also a misdemeanor), according to the court clerk's office. The charges relate to pornography allegedly found on Ballo's work computer when he was employed by the... (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Prison guard arrested in inmate's escape Aug 7, 2008
State prison officials said Spitler could face charges of assisting a criminal, official misconduct, sexual misconduct and trafficking with an inmate in Pender's escape. Pender, 29, remained at large Tuesday evening. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
NEW 'NO' FOR HEALY Aug 6, 2008
The Healys had argued that Police Officer Terry Browning should be charged with aggravated assault and official misconduct in connection with the late-night scuffle in June 2006 that ended in the mayor's arrest. A grand jury chose not to indict Browning or to send the charges against him back to the Bradley Beach Court. (NJ.com)
New York's Video Vigilante, Scourge of Parking Enforcers Aug 5, 2008
In the eyes of civil libertarians and others who have long complained about police excesses under New York's "zero tolerance" policy, the increasingly common use of video by ordinary citizens has started to shift the balance away from law enforcement officials in questions of official misconduct. CONTINUED 1. (Washington Post -- Technology)
Officer in Stanford traffic stop: 'I told you I was gonna get her' Aug 2, 2008
medtech wrote on Aug 1, 2008 6:25 PM:" Ignoring the phone call, what would a State Police officer done to all of her actions. Using her title to get out of a ticket, knowing that you had a bad head light (which is illegal) getting out of the car while on a traffic stop, driving with expired plates. The punishment would be in order, class 3 felony (official misconduct), notice to appear in court to prove that you got it fixed, getting shot or tazed, and notice to appear in court to prove your... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Indictment: Gym teacher had sex with girl, 17 Aug 1, 2008
A Mercer County grand jury indicted Godfrey Wednesday with charges of official misconduct, child abuse, distributing obscene materials to a minor and two counts of sexual assault, according to the Mercer County Prosecutor's Office. Godfrey, who is no longer a Ewing Public Schools employee, is free on $25,000 bail. (The Trentonian, NJ)
• In Congress, no anti-corruption legislation in sight Jul 31, 2008
A year after a bipartisan group of senators proposed giving the Justice Department important new clout in pursuing official misconduct, the Public Corruption Prosecution Improvements Act is apparently blocked in Congress. The legislation is aimed at stanching the stream of perks that lobbyists and companies give to members of Congress that fall short of outright bribes by making it a felony for lawmakers to accept gifts valued above those permitted by Senate rules and that are given to them... (Q13.com, WA)
If GOP loses on corruption, so be it. Jul 30, 2008
Kay Bailey Hutchinson of Texas was indicted in 1993 for alleged official misconduct. Less than five months later a judge order her acquittal. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Gonzales aides followed party line in hiring Jul 30, 2008
The actions of Goodling, Sampson and other aides constituted official misconduct in violation of federal civil service laws and the department's internal policies, the report concluded. Those who violate civil service laws cannot generally be prosecuted under criminal law. (San Francisco Chronicle)
DCF Secretary Butterworth Resigns Jul 30, 2008
The caseworker was fired and pleaded guilty to official misconduct, getting probation. This year Butterworth announced that child welfare workers would carry handheld GPS devices to electronically update case information during home visits. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Ex-officer accused of pocketing seized cash Jul 29, 2008
(AP) - A former Greensburg police officer faces theft and official misconduct charges for allegedly pocketing money while investigating a scam that sold fake autographs of former wrestling star "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. David Scudder resigned from the Greensburg police force on June 30th after the Indiana State Police began investigating his actions. (WREG.com, TN)
You simply must adore Obama Jul 29, 2008
By the end of his term, 138 of his administration officials had been convicted, had been indicted, or had been the subject of official investigations for official misconduct and/or criminal violations. That Bush 41 was a good president. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Suspension sought for ex-principal Jul 29, 2008
022 Official misconduct. -- (1) It is unlawful for a public servant, with corrupt intent to obtain a benefit for any person or to cause harm to another, to: (a) Falsify, or cause another person to falsify, any official record or official document; (3) Any person who violates this section commits a felony of the third degree, punishable as provided in s. 775. (The Palm Beach Post)
Estacada embezzler draws 101/2 years in prison Jul 26, 2008
In February, Rowley-Butcher pleaded guilty to 10 counts of first-degree aggravated theft, a Class B felony, and one count of official misconduct, a Class A misdemeanor. Investigators believe Rowley-Butcher distributed the money she stole to her family and extended family, picking up the tab for cars, insurance, college tuition and medical bills. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Teacher sentenced to jail time in prescription drug case Jul 22, 2008
She pleaded guilty to one count charging her with delivering Vicodin, a prescription painkiller, to a child and no contest to three counts of using a minor in a drug offense and one count of official misconduct ... She faces charges of using a minor to distribute controlled substances, using a minor to manufacture a controlled substance, delivering a controlled substance within 1,000-feet of a school, delivering a controlled substance to a minor, endangering the welfare of minors and official... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Oregon teacher sentenced for giving kids painkillers Jul 22, 2008
She also pleaded no contest to official misconduct, and had 12 other counts dismissed as part of a plea bargain. The Mazama High School special education teacher was arrested in November after allegedly involving students in drug transactions over a two-year period. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
COLUMN: "Here rests Robert 'Sandy' Patterson. He gave his all to picket City Hall." Jul 18, 2008
Harrison also advised people to watch for notice of the upcoming fundraiser at which various testimony of official misconduct claims will be aired and, with luck, scandal expose features in area broadcast and print media. I took a gander at a couple more online comments on the Patterson thing and the City Hall renovation. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
LETTER: City's effort to evict sick veteran at Lake Charleston was act of 'vindictiveness' Jul 16, 2008
Watch for notice of the upcoming fundraiser at which various testimonies of official misconduct claims will be aired and, with luck, scandal expose features in area broadcast and print media. Enough is enough. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Lake Island Tract resident pickets at the city's front door Jul 16, 2008
" This whole pattern of official misconduct and running roughshod over citizens who would dare raise their voice in protest has been ongoing for years, and the JG-TC is yet to detect any compelling reason to do its own investigative reporting. Looks like it's to be the job of ordinary citizens to describe the Emperor's New Clothes. So be it, but it would be even more of a scathing indictment on the JG-TC if we have to go through non-local media channels to git 'er done. ". CLICK TO ENLARGE R.... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Ex-bureaucrat Scott Flavell admits 'careless' emails Jul 16, 2008
A Crime and Misconduct Commission hearing is examining an allegation of official misconduct against former Department of Education and Training director-general Scott Flavell in 2005 and 2006 ... The hearing, which could recommend criminal charges of official misconduct and is also examining protocols for public servants seeking employment after leaving the public sector, continues. (The Australian)
Charges added against Todd County Sheriff (154) Jul 16, 2008
Published: Thursday, July 10, 2008 5:13 PM CDT Two more counts of official misconduct were added to the list of charges against Todd County Sheriff Billy Stokes when he was back in Logan County Circuit Court for a pretrial hearing on Tuesday ... Stokes was originally charges with three misdemeanors unlawfully parking in a handicapped space, menacing and one count of official misconduct ... The original charge of official misconduct comes from Draper's claim that Stokes turned on his blue lights... (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Pay hikes coming for 10 current judges Jul 15, 2008
Her predecessor, Wanda Molina, was indicted yesterday on charges of official misconduct, along with former Court Administrator Virginia Pagan, for allegedly improperly dismissing parking tickets. They both face a mandatory minimum five years in prison if convicted. (NJ.com)
2 ex-Jersey City official indicted for ticket fix Jul 15, 2008
Both stepped down last year and would face at least five years in prison if they're convicted of official misconduct and tampering with and falsifying public records. The judge's lawyer says she should be censured, not indicted. (The Trentonian, NJ)
Cop busted for alleged heroin possession Jul 15, 2008
Friday's bust in Trenton adds charges of heroin possession and loitering to buy drugs against Fratticcioli, on top of his previous charges of official misconduct and drug distribution. The Trentonian 2008. (The Trentonian, NJ)
Portland firefighter who appeared on 'Dr. Phil' agrees to plea deal Jul 13, 2008
Brandon King is ordered to get mental-health treatment after pleading no contest to official misconduct Thursday, July 10, 2008 AIMEE GREEN The Oregonian Staff ... Brandon Anthony King, 34, pleaded no contest to first-degree official misconduct and initiating a false report for phoning the poison center pretending he was on the job and responding to a patient who had overdosed. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
CPD officer who had on-duty affair accepts plea (50) Jul 13, 2008
A Corvallis Police officer who quit the department two years ago amid allegations that he had an on-duty affair with an Oregon State University student and lied to his superiors about it pleaded guilty Friday to two charges of official misconduct ... On Friday, Thayer appeared in Benton County Circuit Court to accept a plea deal that dismissed four of the six charges of official misconduct. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
A drumbeat of support greets a veteran jazzman in legal trouble Jul 13, 2008
Less than $200 worth, but be cause he was charged under the official misconduct statute, that's enough to have him fired from his public job as a maintenance man, lose his pension and, maybe, face jail just as he approaches his 90th birthday. "Once the evidence comes out, it will show Charlie was given permission to use the gas," says Michael Pinsky of Westmont, Rice's lawyer. (NJ.com -- News)
Youth corrections official forced out Jul 8, 2008
Florip also directly supervised Darrin Humphreys, a former youth warden who was indicted two weeks ago on 26 counts of theft, official misconduct and other charges. Florip's departure is not directly tied to Humphreys, according to Robert Jester, director of the youth authority. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Mongolian capital calm after riots Jul 4, 2008
The MPRP has long been dogged by allegations of corruption and official misconduct and is unpopular in the capital. Calling the riot a "horrendous act of barbarism and vandalism," Munk-Orgil said the theory of a government conspiracy was the "wildest allegation I've ever heard in my life.". (MSNBC -- International)
NYC Crane Inspector Pleads Not Guilty Jul 4, 2008
He also is charged with offering a false instrument for filing, falsifying business records and official misconduct. State Supreme Court Justice Marcy Kahn allowed Marquette to remain free without bail and ordered him to return to court on Aug. 14. (New York Post)
Mongolia capital cleans up debris after deadly rioting Jul 4, 2008
The MPRP has long been dogged by allegations of corruption and official misconduct and is unpopular in the capital. A spokesman for the opposition Mongolian Democratic Party, Sharavjamts Bathayar, said supporters of his party showed up to vote only to find that someone had already cast their ballots. (International Herald Tribune)
Mongolia's capital sweeps up after postelection riots Jul 3, 2008
"They stole everything, all the instruments, even the performers' costumes. The only thing left is the piano,'' said Delgensaikhan Tuvshinsaikhan, the leader of a traditional folk music group that was housed in the building. As he spoke, several of his musicians swept up glass and broken vases. President Nambaryn Enkhbayar issued a nine-point decree allowing police to use force in dealing with demonstrators, who reportedly also looted an art gallery and government buildings. Mongolia's national... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Heavy security in Mongolia after riots Jul 2, 2008
The MPRP has long been dogged by allegations of corruption and official misconduct and is unpopular in the capital. The president, a MPRP member, acknowledged the protesters' complaints but appealed for calm. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
State worker pleads guilty to scrape-metal misconduct Jul 1, 2008
TRENTON - James Mate, 48, of Yardville, pleaded guilty yesterday to a charge of official misconduct related to a scrap metal theft scheme at a state Treasury Department warehouse in Hamilton. He is the third state worker at the facility to plead guilty in the case, and cases are pending against two others. (The Trentonian, NJ)
Court clerk in violationWeehawken town employee arrested for alleged theft Jun 29, 2008
She was charged with official misconduct, tampering with public records, and theft by failure to make the required disposition of money, which is embezzlement ... A resident of Bonn Place in the Weehawken bluffs, Vangelakos is charged with official misconduct, tampering with public records, and theft by failure to make the required disposition of money, which is embezzlement. (Hoboken Reporter, NJ)
Photo Gallery Jun 29, 2008
" Evidence of this is her laboriously researched ravioli recipe, which traveled from Liguria in Northern Italy through Ellis Island via her great-grandmother. She decides to search for the elusive recipe, which leads her to contact distant family members, but deems that only traveling through the ancestral homeland will due. The search takes her through Genovese countryside with its verdant hillsides rising from sleepy seaside villages. Here are the origins of much of the luxuriant Italian food... (Hoboken Reporter, NJ)
Major criminal cases in Klamath County Jun 27, 2008
Background: Stubbs is accused of sexual abuse, harassment and official misconduct in a Feb. 12 incident with a student at Henley High School ... She faces charges of using a minor to distribute controlled substances, using a minor to manufacture a controlled substance, delivering a controlled substance within 1,000-feet of a school, delivering a controlled substance to a minor, endangering the welfare of minors and official misconduct. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Ex-youth prison warden indicted Jun 27, 2008
LA GRANDE -- A former eastern Oregon youth prison warden was arraigned Thursday on 26 counts of theft, official misconduct and other charges. Darrin Humphreys, 43, is accused of stealing state property and tampering with witnesses, according to a secret indictment unsealed Thursday. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Woman sues Portland over skirt-lifting traffic stop Jun 27, 2008
In November 2006, Wood pleaded guilty to two counts of official misconduct for asking two women to show him their underwear during the July 2006 traffic stop. Wood resigned and had his police certification revoked. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Auto-SUV collision shuts Route 1 south Jun 27, 2008
thefts from warehouse TRENTON -- A Hamilton man pleaded guilty yesterday to a charge of official misconduct for taking part in the theft of scrap metal from a state warehouse, authorities announced. James Mate, 48, of the Yardville section of Hamilton, entered his plea before Mercer County Superior Court Judge Gerald J. Council. (NJ.com -- Times)
Deal in groping case goes to council Jun 25, 2008
Kohnke, 34, resigned from the Portland Police Bureau in October after he pleaded no contest to first-degree official misconduct in Multnomah County Circuit Court. That case stemmed from another woman's allegations that he made inappropriate sexual comments when he was called to take a report of her missing cell phone. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Ex-cop who groped woman could cost Portland $25,000 Jun 25, 2008
Kohnke resigned from the Portland Police Bureau last fall after he pleaded no contest to official misconduct. The charge stemmed from a separate allegation that he made inappropriate sexual comments to a woman when he was called to take a report of her missing cell phone. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
State bank examiner indicted by McMinn County grand jury Jun 20, 2008
(AP) - A state bank examiner is under indictment on official misconduct charges, accused of offering a secret deal to a McMinn County business. John Mark Stewart, 31, of Cleveland was indicted by the McMinn County grand jury on four counts. (WREG.com, TN)
Meter Maid Accused of Stealing $30G in Change Jun 19, 2008
An indictment handed up Wednesday against Rodney Dennis charges him with official misconduct and theft. Authorities say the 52-year-old was supposed to deposit the coins in an Irvington police department account after removing them from the meters. (Fox News)
Former Undersheriff Gets Parole Jun 19, 2008
He was charged with grand larceny, criminal possession of stolen property and official misconduct. He was one of several members of the Seneca County Sheriffs Department accused of stealing from the department. (R News)
Former ODFW manager charged with theft (96) Jun 19, 2008
A former Oregon Department of Fish ife manager was arraigned Monday in Marion County Circuit Court following his arrest last week in connection with theft and official misconduct charges ... Condon was formally charged with five counts of first-degree theft and two counts of first-degree official misconduct Monday ... First-degree official misconduct is a Class A misdemeanor that carries a maximum sentence of one year in prison and a 6,250 fine. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Jury To Begin Deliberations In Ex-Officer Trial Jun 17, 2008
Bubaris, 31, is charged with second-degree manslaughter, unlawful imprisonment and official misconduct in the April 2007 death of 42-year-old , an undocumented Guatemalan. State Supreme Court Justice Lester Adler granted the prosecution's request to allow the jury to consider the lesser charge, which relies on a lesser degree of recklessness. (WNBC.com, NY)
Rikers Officer Admits Disabling Camera In Inmate Assault Jun 14, 2008
district attorney's office said Friday that Correction Officer Nicholas Zito pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge of attempted official misconduct. The name of 's lawyer was not immediately available. (WNBC.com, NY)
Official misconduct? NBA has credibility issue Jun 12, 2008
NBA has credibility issue - Washington Post- nbcsports. NBA has credibility issue. (MSNBC -- Sports)
N.J. Public Workers Charged With Stealing Gas For Own Cars Jun 12, 2008
The audit, which will examine use of 2,500 Children and Families' vehicles, comes as six current and former members of the department were indicted on official misconduct charges. Also charged with stealing gas were two municipal employees from , four Camden Board of Education workers, and one private citizen. (WNBC.com, NY)
Clay hires counsel for Fitzgerald suit Jun 11, 2008
The Clay County Commission will hire outside counsel to defend a lawsuit filed by Commissioner Christy Fitzgerald, who is seeking county payment of legal fees stemming from her 2004 indictment on official misconduct charges ... The Circuit Court civil action filed in October by Fitzgerald's attorney, Geddes Anderson, demands at least $15,000 in legal fees and expenses incurred in defending the official misconduct charge ... Fitzgerald was indicted for official misconduct and other charges in... (Florida Times-Union)
State cracks data breach Jun 7, 2008
The three employees, all Capital Region residents who worked out of an OCFS office in Rensselaer, face charges of computer trespass, a felony, and official misconduct and improperly disclosing State Central Register files, misdemeanors. The State Central Register is a OCFS database that contains confidential data from telephone hot-line calls alleging child abuse or mistreatment. (Albany Times Union)
Texas Judge Offers Courtroom Paddling In Lieu Of Fine Jun 7, 2008
Justice of the Peace Gustavo Garza is being sued by the parents of the now-15-year-old girl who want him removed for incompetence and official misconduct. Her stepfather was given the choice of paying a $500 fine orpaddling the girl in open court -- for skipping school. (KWTX.com, TX)
Judge Sued for Offering Paddling in Courtroom Jun 6, 2008
The lawsuit also seeks Garza's removal from office for incompetence and official misconduct. Garza's raised bench sits in the corner of a small courtroom with a low ceiling. (Law.com)
Bush Urges U.S. Congress to Pass Aid Package for Mexico Without Conditions Jun 6, 2008
Since when is it bad policy, or an infringement of anything, to insist that American taxpayer dollars not be given to corrupt, abusive police or military forces in a country whose justice system has serious flaws and rarely punishes official misconduct. last month. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
Theft suspect tied to Dems Jun 6, 2008
Raines, 34, of Philadelphia, who no longer works for the clerk's office, was arrested on May 22 on one charge of second-degree official misconduct filed by the prosecutor's office, which is continuing its investigation. The charge, punishable by up to 10 years in jail, stems from accusations that Raines, who worked as a clerk typist, stole about $1,000 in passport-application fees from at least 30 county residents and misplaced or stole documents from at least eight victims. (NJ.com -- Times)
No horse's head for Hillary Jun 5, 2008
Second, the broad scope of the mail fraud statute does not encompass every instance of official misconduct that results in the officials personal gain. Third, and most importantly, the government must not merely indicate wrongdoing by a public official, but must also demonstrate that the wrongdoing at issue is intended to prevent or call into question the proper or impartial performance of the public servants official duties. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Cop faces slew of disciplinary charges for fatal crash Jun 3, 2008
Kitchen faces eight disciplinary charges by the Lake County Sheriff's Merit Board, including making a false official report, conduct unbecoming an officer, act of disrepute, interfering with an investigation and four violations of state law: false informing, official misconduct, obstruction of justice and failure of duty, records show. No criminal charges have been filed against Kitchen, said Diane Poulton, spokeswoman for the Lake County prosecutor's office. (Munster Times, IN)
Sheriff says officer lied about fatal crash May 31, 2008
Officer John Kitchen, 37, faces eight disciplinary charges before the Lake County Sheriff's Merit Board, including making a false official report, official misconduct and obstruction of justice. Officer Eric Forster, 29, and Kitchen were in Forster's car when flipped it over and landed in a ditch on a hilly two-lane rural road about 5 a.m. Feb. 24. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
