Archive & Preservation Status
Not every case remains in an active research phase forever. Some investigations slow, some become stagnant, some experience long periods without meaningful developments, and others may temporarily require a quieter preservation-focused environment.
When this happens, a Case File may transition into Archive / Preservation Status.
Archive status does not mean a case has been abandoned, deleted, or forgotten.
Instead, it means the case has moved from an active discussion environment into a long-term preservation state designed to maintain continuity, organization, and accessibility of the existing research materials.
During Archive Status:
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Timelines, files, maps, media, and previous constructive discussions remain accessible
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Case materials remain searchable and preserved
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New materials may still be submitted through the submission process for review
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Existing research structure remains intact for future reference and continuity
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Active discussion posting may be paused or restricted
The goal of archive status is to prevent important information from disappearing while still preserving the work that has already been done.
Request a review to return a case file to active collaborative research and discussion.
Request a review to transition a case file into preservation-focused archival status.
