research_engine/evidence_locker — Module Status

Status: DOCUMENTED_ONLY
Prompt: Prompt 4 V9

Purpose

Primary evidence storage for research results. Stores evidence items with citations, quality scores, and retrieval metadata. Used by proof_packet_factory to assemble proof packets.

Files

• evidence_locker.py — evidence store (SQLite-backed when active)
• citation_tracker.py — citation registry and deduplication

Data Flow

research_engine → evidence_locker → proof_packet_factory → approval_queue

Activation Requirements

• [ ] research_engine ACTIVE
• [ ] SQLite schema migrated (aegis.db or separate evidence.db)
• [ ] Retention policy enforced (90 day minimum)
• [ ] No PII stored — verified by human review