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
ODHS 21-Part Records Request
The 21-part demand for records and correction of false statements filed September 27, 2025.
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
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
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
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.
Petition — Admit Intestate Estate (PTIE)
Petition filed claiming Jean McSherry died intestate — despite the guardian admitting a will exists.
PDF Metadata — Petition for Administration
Metadata extraction from the Petition for Administration.
Letters of Administration (LT)
Letters of Administration issued by Baker County Court.
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.