At The Open Brady List, our mission is to promote public accountability by publishing accurately vetted reports related to misconduct by public officials, including but not limited to law enforcement officers. We act in accordance with all applicable laws and uphold the highest standards of factual, responsible reporting. We are committed to transparency, due process, and the ethical presentation of public information.

Legality of Our Content

All content published on this website is:

• Thoroughly vetted prior to publication to ensure credibility, factual accuracy, and lawful sourcing;
• Restricted to matters of public interest involving individuals acting in their official capacities as law enforcement personnel, elected officials (including mayors), or other public servants;
• Protected under the First Amendment, which safeguards the right to publish true, lawfully obtained, and relevant information on issues of public concern.

We expressly acknowledge that The Open Brady List is a community accountability project and not an official Brady List maintained by any prosecutorial or governmental agency. While it is inspired by principles underlying Brady v. Maryland and Giglio v. United States, which emphasize the importance of truthfulness and credibility in public service, our list is an independent civic initiative designed for transparency and public awareness.

Identifying Information

To provide essential context and transparency about public conduct, we may include publicly available identifying information relevant to substantiated or officially reported incidents, including but not limited to:

• Full names of individuals acting in a public or official capacity;
• Employer information relevant to the time of misconduct or complaint (law enforcement agencies, government offices, etc.);
• Job titles, agency affiliations, and role-specific designations (e.g., mayor, police officer, sheriff’s deputy);
• Public records, official complaints, court documents, or verified submissions;
• Public social media URLs or links to widely available official statements or actions.

We do not publish private, unrelated, or sensitive personal data. Only information directly related to matters of public concern and official capacity is included.

Use of Photographs

Photographs are used sparingly, and only under the following conditions:

• The image is already public (e.g., government websites, public press coverage, public domain);
• The usage is protected by law (e.g., fair use for editorial purposes);
• We have received explicit permission or the material is properly licensed.

Editorial Standards and Corrections

We are committed to fairness, accuracy, and transparency. Specifically, we:

• Avoid defamatory, misleading, speculative, or malicious content;
• Promptly investigate and, where warranted, make corrections when factual errors are identified;
• Provide a clear channel for individuals to submit correction requests, rebuttals, or clarification through our Contact Form.

Commitment to Transparency

Our sources include, but are not limited to:

• Public records, open data repositories, and government transparency portals;
• Civil and criminal court documents;
• Official agency statements or policy disclosures;
• Verified first-hand submissions and whistleblower reports;
• Public-facing materials or widely accessible digital content.

Disclaimer on Non-Affiliation

The Open Brady List is not an official Brady List as defined or maintained by prosecutors, courts, or law enforcement entities. We do not represent any legal authority or make prosecutorial determinations. Our project is designed to increase public visibility, transparency, and accountability around misconduct that may impact public trust in law enforcement, governance, and public service.