Butterfly Bureau is committed to accuracy, transparency, accountability, and responsible investigative reporting.
We recognize that investigative journalism involves evolving information, newly uncovered records, developing evidence, and ongoing public interest investigations. When errors occur, we aim to address them openly and responsibly.
Our Commitment To Accuracy
Butterfly Bureau strives to:
- verify information before publication
- distinguish fact from allegation
- provide context for developing stories
- update investigations as new evidence emerges
- correct factual inaccuracies when identified
Accuracy matters because public trust matters.
How Corrections Are Handled
When credible errors are identified, Butterfly Bureau may:
- correct factual inaccuracies
- clarify ambiguous wording
- update developing information
- add editor notes
- append contextual information
- revise headlines
- remove incorrect material when necessary
Corrections are made at the editorial team’s discretion based on available evidence and verification standards.
Types Of Updates
Minor Corrections
Minor issues may include:
- spelling errors
- formatting issues
- broken links
- typographical mistakes
- small clarifications that do not substantially alter meaning
These changes may be made without formal correction notices.
Significant Corrections
More substantial issues may include:
- inaccurate factual claims
- incorrect dates or identities
- mischaracterized evidence
- misleading context
- sourcing errors
- incorrect attribution
In significant cases, Butterfly Bureau may:
- add correction notices within articles
- include editor’s notes
- publicly acknowledge revisions
- update publication timestamps
Developing Investigations
Many Butterfly Bureau investigations involve:
- historical archives
- public records
- legal filings
- evolving court proceedings
- newly released evidence
- ongoing investigations
- emerging witness accounts
As investigations develop, articles may be updated to reflect:
- new documentation
- contradictory evidence
- legal outcomes
- verified corrections
- additional context
Updates do not necessarily indicate wrongdoing by previously mentioned individuals unless explicitly stated.
Reader Submitted Corrections
Readers may submit correction requests or factual concerns if they believe published material contains:
- factual inaccuracies
- misleading context
- broken sourcing
- incorrect citations
- significant omissions
Correction requests should include:
- the article title or link
- the disputed information
- supporting evidence or documentation where possible
Submission of a correction request does not guarantee modification or removal of content.
Editorial Independence
Butterfly Bureau does not remove or alter accurate reporting solely because:
- individuals object to coverage
- stories are controversial
- public figures dispute reporting without evidence
- institutions request suppression of verified information
Editorial decisions are based on evidence, verification, and public interest standards.
Archival Integrity
Butterfly Bureau attempts to preserve historical transparency.
Where possible:
- substantial edits are documented
- corrections remain visible
- editor notes explain major revisions
- historical records are not silently rewritten
We believe accountability includes preserving the public record.
Content Removal Requests
Requests for removal or alteration of published content are evaluated individually.
Butterfly Bureau may consider:
- verified factual errors
- legal requirements
- credible privacy concerns
- safety risks
- ethical considerations
- mistaken identity issues
Accurate public interest reporting is generally not removed solely due to reputational concerns.
Contact
To report a correction or factual concern, contact:
Butterfly Bureau
ButterflyBureau.com