Definitions for "Misconduct"
Wrong conduct; bad behavior; mismanagement.
Unlawful or unethical conduct by a person holding a public office or having a position of responsibility in the administration of justice; malfeasance; as, discussing the case out of court during a trial is misconduct by a juror;
To conduct amiss; to mismanage.
Offenses such as rough or dangerous play, intentional offenses, time-wasting or any bad behaviour. In addition to any penalty, umpires may issue warnings (Green Card) or suspension (Yellow or Red Card) for misconduct.
bad or dishonest management by persons supposed to act on another's behalf
Offenses that include intentional violations, time-wasting, rough or dangerous play, or any bad behavior. Green, yellow, or red cards may be issued for misconduct.
misuse of office by an elected or appointed government official, also called misconduct in office.
A 10-minute penalty assessed to a player who verbally abuses an official or commits another foul unrelated to the play. The offending player's team does not play shorthanded during the penalty.
The use of disparaging, insulting or obscene language or gestures is a major foul.
activity that transgresses moral or civil law; "he denied any wrongdoing"