The judge also concluded, he said, that Thiokol's comments to NASA about Mr. Boisjoly and changes in his work status, however improper, were not intended to cause Mr. Boisjoly emotional distress.

The investigation culminated in last month's formal complaint, which accused Mr. Nifong of making improper, inflammatory and misleading comments about the case.

Unfortunately, the Egyptian president and other high-ranking elements in Egypt have not been careful about this recently and have made improper comments that exceed any diplomatic code.

As Mr. Goldberg delivered his summation, Judge Lowe accused him of making improper comments to the jury.

A dozen times the twins had to be cautioned for improper comments and unrestrained behaviour, but finally the cart wheeled into the yard.

Prosecutors declined to discuss the details of the other allegations but said they largely involved improper comments and behavior, not deficient treatment.

In court filings, Coombs accused the US head of state of making "improper comments" about the case that could influence any decision made during the military process.

Mr. Bird was convicted in 1974, but that conviction was overturned because of improper comments made by prosecutors in closing arguments.

It is unfortunate that often Members have disappeared when it is time for me to reply - I hope this is not an improper comment.

In the report, Mr. Stancik said Mr. Ayed had a frightening history of inappropriate touching of students and teachers, improper comments, sexual harassment and the use of corporal punishment.