“You need an open custody petition,” Vance said.

“And you need a very solid legal reason to force a neighboring jurisdiction to open its vault.”

Vance gathered up his manila folders.

He tapped the computer screen with his index finger.

“If you want that file opened, you’ll need documented, factual evidence of a present threat,” Vance said.

“Until then, it stays closed to the public.”

Michael watched Vance head off toward the judges’ chambers.

The restricted docket number sat on the slip of paper in his hand.