The ONDEC compliance Index is a public accountability log documenting unresolved procedural compliance failures. Entries are based on verifiable artifacts and are maintained with a visible change log and a right of reply.

The Index records process status only. Inclusion does not constitute a finding of misconduct, intent, or wrongdoing.

• What qualifies for listing
• How ONDEC verifies entries
• Status levels and updates.
• Right of reply
• Corrections policy

Purpose of the Compliance Index

The Compliance Index exists to document whether clearly defined procedural, statutory, or administrative obligations are met within required timelines.

It is a factual record of compliance status - not an evaluation of ethics legality, or motive.

Inclusion Criteria

An entry may be added to the Compliance Index only when all of the following conditions are met.

1. A Lawful Obligation Exists

The matter involves a documented legal or procedural duty, including but not limited to:

• Open Records Act requests
• Statutory response obligations
• Formal ethics, governance, or compliance inquiries
• Record-preservation notices

2. The Obligation Is Documented

The initiating action is preserved in writing and includes:

• Date Submitted
• Method of submission
• Scope of request or obligation
• Identifiable recipient or responsible office

3. Applicable Timelines Have Elapsed

The applicable response period has:

• Expired without response, or
• Resulted in a partial, incomplete or non-responsive reply, or
• Produced a refusal without sufficient procedural explanation

4. The Entry Is Factual and Non-Editorial

Each Compliance Index Entry records:

• The entity or office involved
• The responsible role or office, if applicable
• The type of request or obligation
• The current status (Pending, Overdue, Partial Response No Response, Closed)

5. Scope Limitations

The Compliance Index does not include:

• Private individuals
• Minors
• Judges acting in a judicial capacity
• Allegations unrelated to procedural compliance

The Index is not a forum for advocacy, litigation, or accusation.

6. Updates and Corrections

Entries are update when:

• Compliance is achieved
• A response is received
• Clarifying documentation is provided

Verified corrections are appended promptly with a visible timestamp.

Access

The Compliance Index is maintained as a public reference for independent review.