POWERS & SAFEGUARDS
Every serious power gets a visible counterweight.
Institutional strength comes from lawful capability. Legitimacy comes from thresholds, review, documentation and consequences for misuse.
PowerPurposeCounterweight
SubpoenaObtain relevant records or testimony.Jurisdiction, cause standard, challenge rights and review.
Evidence preservationPrevent destruction or alteration.Time limits, legal predicate and audit trail.
ReferralTransmit findings to proper authorities.No prosecutorial control; disposition tracking remains public where lawful.