States in the union retain records on court papers, car infractions, marriage and divorce licenses, property and lien records, and more, and thanks to the Oregon Public Records Law, this information are offered to the populace. All crucial information about the multitude of happenings of law enforcement, city and county courts, and local government are found in these records, and generally are assumed public unless formally redacted. Inhabitants of Kings Valley are able to better realize their rights thanks to these laws, and the transparency offered by the release of these records maintains both criminals and regulators liable for their actions, in turn leading to a more open and free society for all.