In a case shaped by manipulation, I found the discipline of that process reassuring.

Evidence mattered.

So did the opportunity to challenge it.

The bank representative testified that an internal review had found irregularities in the authorization sequence.

She would not identify a person responsible without further investigation.

A separate inquiry into possible fraudulent documents was underway, and the family court did not attempt to resolve criminal liability.

Grace reminded me afterward that different proceedings served different purposes.

I nodded.