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Research Standards

OIR does not present a claim as fact unless it can be independently verified.

Evidence Labels

  • verified_fact: directly supported by a cited source.
  • historical_context: contextual explanation based on cited sources.
  • technical_analysis: technical interpretation with stated assumptions.
  • legal_analysis: legal interpretation with jurisdiction and authority level.
  • commentary: editorial or interpretive material.
  • recommendation: proposed action or strategy.
  • unverified: material that requires verification before use.

Source Preference

Primary sources are preferred whenever available. Legal authorities, official standards, court filings, official publications, archival records, and original technical materials should be used before summaries or commentary.