If we find a discrepancy, we must be able to show the court that no one changed the evidence after it was released.”

He slid the authorization form toward me.

I read the first paragraph, then the second.

The form gave him permission to request the certified adoption record and related docket entries.

It also allowed him to identify me as the person challenging the accuracy of the existing file.

“If I sign this, my parents will hear about it.”

“They may.

The request could also prompt them to challenge your guardianship before we have all the facts.