misdirection

(noun) an incorrect charge to a jury given by a judge.

(noun) incorrect directions or instructions.

(noun) management that is careless or inefficient. Synonyms: mismanagement. Example: "He accomplished little due to the mismanagement of his energies."

(noun) the act of distracting; drawing someone's attention away from something. Synonyms: distraction. Example: "Conjurers are experts at misdirection."