A charge did not settle guilt.

There were proceedings still ahead.

The source of each document, the knowledge of each participant, and the proof required for particular offenses remained matters for the criminal process.

I could want accountability without making up a sentence to reassure myself.

Rachel kept me informed about the separate measures relevant to contact, property, and our immediate safety.

Where court orders applied, we followed their terms.

Where an issue remained pending, she said so plainly.