
Clerical misconduct
Clerical misconduct refers to inappropriate or unethical behavior involving individuals responsible for administrative or clerical duties within an organization. This can include actions such as falsifying records, stealing confidential information, mishandling documents, or abusing their authority. Such misconduct compromises the integrity, accuracy, and trustworthiness of organizational operations and can have serious legal or reputational consequences. It often involves a breach of professional standards or policies and requires proper investigation and corrective measures to maintain organizational integrity.