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Evidence Vault

Secure digital archive of documents, photographs, and supporting evidence for published investigations. Every claim is backed by verifiable records.

The Records War — Oregon DHS

How Oregon DHS Lied, Stalled, and Got Caught

Every document filed, every response received, every proof of delivery. This is the complete paper trail of a 16-month battle to get Oregon DHS to comply with public records law.

Part 1 — The Request— unlocks with story release

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ODHS 21-Part Records Request

The 21-part demand for records and correction of false statements filed September 27, 2025.

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Formal Appeal for Re-Investigation

Appeal of Investigation #00362508 to Howard-Chavez at DHS Safety, Oversight & Quality.

Part 2 — The Proof— unlocks with story release

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Certified Mail Receipt — R. Berg Signature

Proof of delivery signed by R. Berg. DHS later claimed they 'never received' this package.

Part 4 — The Order— unlocks with story release

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DOJ Order — AG Orders ODHS to Comply

Oregon Attorney General Gutman orders ODHS to comply with Levi Bakke's public records request. November 12, 2025.

Part 5 — The Defiance— unlocks with story release

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DOJ Order — Bingaman Petition Granted

Patricia Bingaman's petition granted in part by AG Gutman. December 26, 2025.

The Strike — Baker County

McSherry Case No. 24PR00095

Court filings and metadata analysis from the McSherry guardianship case in Baker County Circuit Court.

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Petition — Admit Intestate Estate (PTIE)

Petition filed claiming Jean McSherry died intestate — despite the guardian admitting a will exists.

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PDF Metadata — Petition for Administration

Metadata extraction from the Petition for Administration.

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Letters of Administration (LT)

Letters of Administration issued by Baker County Court.

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PDF Metadata — Letters of Administration

Metadata extraction from the Letters of Administration.

Additional sections coming soon: Bingaman guardianship court filings, McSherry guardianship court filings, and metadata analysis reports.

All documents are linked to their respective investigations.