1.   There was no evidence of improper conduct on the part of the police.

2.   Only in the case of Cranston did the committee find substantial credible evidence that provides credible cause to conclude that he might have engaged in improper conduct.

3.   A Chief Constable has ordered a full inquiry into allegations of improper conduct by his officers, and an independent investigator is being called in.

4.   At the time, the government said a lack of financial controls was an invitation to improper conduct.

5.   Besides the etiquette session, he took the team on a tour of the Denver County prison, hoping to deter improper conduct.

6.   Alioto denies improper conduct, and says Rowland is a pathological liar who is making up stories about her in hopes of escaping punishment.

7.   Espy has apologized for creating an appearance of improper conduct, but has steadfastly denied that he violated any laws or ethics standards.

8.   From now on, for example, bishops must report allegations of improper sexual conduct by priests or church employees to civil authorities.

9.   Gay rights lawyers said the case of Ms. Ward, a restaurant chef, is disappointing because there was no evidence of any improper conduct at her home.

10.   Gen. John Shalikashvili, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said Monday the Army had to assume such improper conduct was taking place elsewhere.