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Section 01
Evidence Preservation Guide
If you do not act immediately, evidence will disappear. Video footage is deleted, logs are rewritten, and memories fade. This checklist outlines the mandatory steps for any civil rights investigation.
1. Spoliation Letter
Within 72 hours, we send a certified letter to the Sheriff, Police Chief, and City Attorney. This places them on legal notice to freeze all data deletion policies.
2. Open Records Request (FOIA)
We demand body cam footage, dash cam video, jail surveillance, and 911 audio logs under the Oklahoma Open Records Act.
3. Independent Autopsy Review
The State Medical Examiner works with law enforcement. We often hire independent pathologists to review findings and identify defensive wounds or signs of struggle.
4. Tort Claim Notice (CRITICAL)
In Oklahoma, you MUST file a specific government tort claim notice within 1 year of the incident. If you miss this deadline by one day, your state law claims are barred forever.