Tara Bayles Evidence by Agency

This evidence matrix organizes allegations against Tara Bayles by enforcement jurisdiction to assist law enforcement, regulatory investigators, and civil attorneys in evaluating potential violations. The intention is for each entry to cross-reference documentary evidence to specific statutes and identify the agencies with primary authority.

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At the time of this writing, no defendants have been arrested, indicted, or convicted. All individuals and entities are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. Civil claims are currently contested and have not been adjudicated. Regulatory investigations are now ongoing. This document reflects Plaintiffs' interpretation of evidence, not findings by any court, law enforcement agency, or regulatory body. This was last updated February 9, 2026 and the status of any of the above may have changed by the time you read this.


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CCSOCharleston County Sheriff's OfficeEvidence Table
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LLRSC Dept. of Labor, Licensing & RegulationEvidence Table
SC AGSouth Carolina Attorney GeneralEvidence Table

All Violations — Master Evidence Table

Violation (type) Statute/Code Harm Agencies Evidence
Felony Forgery (Cr) SC 16-13-10 Erosion of trust in legal system; PTSD trigger from "reality denial" CCSO, SC AG Scan of Falsified Postmark Envelope and Email
False Pretenses (Cr) SC 16-13-240 Financial loss from no deposit return within statutory 30 days and lack of treble damages as required by law for late deposit return, gaslighting that triggers PTSD-like symptoms, insecurity of housing stability CCSO, SC AG Timeline of Events
Harassment, 2nd Degree (Cr) SC 16-3-1700 PCL-5: 76/80 Severe PTSD; Gaslighting: 79/80; Jan 28 health crisis. details CCSO PCL-5 referenced in Emergency Health Motion; Meaghan affidavit in Supplemental ADA Motion
Unauthorized image capture + multi-platform syndication (Ci/Re) SCUTPA: SC 39-5-20; SC common law right of publicity/misappropriation; Lanham Act § 43(a) false endorsement Loss of privacy; reputational harm; emotional distress; exposure to physical harm (family member restraining orders on file under seal demonstrate vulnerability while unaware of publication); syndication amplifies harm across 25+ platforms CCSO, LLR, SC AG 15-16 still images of Plaintiffs' private life syndicated across 24+ platforms + Matterport 3D virtual tour; Privacy Invasion Evidence Page; Co-Plaintiff affidavit re: Meridian Rep fraudulent AI-removal promise (July 15, 2025)
Trust‑account violation – tenant security‑deposit refunds issued from operating account (Re) S.C. Code § 40‑57‑136(A)(1), (C)(2) (PMIC must maintain a properly titled real‑estate trust/escrow account; trust‑account checks must reflect that designation) Comingled account for deposit holding and returns, rather than a legally required designated trust/escrow account, exposed funds to commingling risk and undermining regulatory oversight, in the same episode as a late deposit return and alleged falsified postmark. LLR, SC AG Synovus checks #1027 and #1028 dated August 28, 2025 from account “SAC 181_OP” at 8310 Rivers Ave, Suite B (Meridian’s address), used as “Deposit Refund” payments to James McNeil and Meaghan Poyer for 181 Gordon St, signed by PMIC Tara Bayles
Substantial misrepresentation in real estate transaction (Re) S.C. Code § 40‑57‑710(A)(2) Resource uncertainty due to postmark and deposit-return timeline misrepresentations in connection with a tenant security-deposit transaction LLR Scan of Falsified Postmark Envelope and Email; SAC 181 Operating-Account Checks (checks dated August 28, postmarked Sept 8, received Sept 10)
Bad faith, dishonesty, or untrustworthiness endangering public interest (Re) S.C. Code § 40‑57‑710(A)(5) Pattern of PMIC conduct collectively endangering public trust in licensure system;PCL‑5 score of 76/80 (severe PTSD) evidences scope of public-interest harm LLR Timeline of Events documenting: long-term harassment directly and through agents; retaliatory NTV and misleading renovations-pretext email; employee misrepresentation of landlord-tenant law on inspection notice timing and lease validity; falsified postmark
Failure to make records available to Commission investigators (Re) S.C. Code § 40‑57‑710(A)(25) Delays and obstructs regulatory accountability meant to protect tenants; prolongs uncertainty and psychological distress for complainants awaiting resolution; undermines public confidence that the licensing system can hold PMICs accountable within statutory timelines

 LLR When Two Firms Coordinate to Hide Evidence Before a Regulatory Deadline
Obstruction of Regulatory Investigation & Witness Tampering (Cr/RE) S.C. Code § 40-57-710(A)(25) (failure to make records available to investigators); S.C. Code § 40-57-340(3) (PMIC obstructing investigation); 18 U.S.C. § 1505 (obstruction of agency proceeding, if federal nexus); S.C. Code § 16-9-340 (impeding administration of justice—court track); 18 U.S.C. § 1512(b)(3) (federal witness tampering—court track) Delays and obstructs regulatory accountability meant to protect tenants; prolongs uncertainty and psychological distress for complainants awaiting resolution; undermines public confidence that the licensing system can hold PMICs accountable within statutory timelines; directly prevented evidence from reaching LLR investigator before Feb 20, 2026 statutory deadline CCSO, LLR, SC AG, FBI When Two Firms Coordinate to Hide Evidence Before a Regulatory Deadline - Jan 8: Bolyard files MTQ (AppFolio, ShowMojo, Matterport); Jan 9: Meridian contacts AppFolio instructing non-compliance; Jan 12: O’Brien files MTQ (Synovus), 1 day late/waived; Jan 16: Bolyard delays Phillips deposition to Feb 24 (4 days past LLR deadline); Feb 10: Bolyard disclaims LLR involvement to all parties including LLR (consciousness of guilt)

Charleston County Sheriff's Office (CCSO)

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ViolationStatuteHarmEvidence
Felony Forgery (Cr)SC 16-13-10Erosion of trust in legal system; PTSD trigger from "reality denial"Scan of Falsified Postmark Envelope and Email
False Pretenses (Cr)SC 16-13-240Financial loss from no deposit return within statutory 30 days and lack of treble damages as required by law for late deposit return, gaslighting that triggers PTSD-like symptoms, insecurity of housing stabilityTimeline of Events
Harassment, 2nd Degree (Cr)SC 16-3-1700PCL-5: 76/80 Severe PTSD; Gaslighting: 79/80; Jan 28 health crisis. detailsPCL-5 referenced in Emergency Health Motion; Meaghan affidavit in Supplemental ADA Motion
Unauthorized image capture + multi-platform syndication (Ci/Re)SCUTPA: SC 39-5-20; SC common law right of publicity/misappropriation; Lanham Act § 43(a) false endorsementLoss of privacy; reputational harm; emotional distress; exposure to physical harm (family member restraining orders on file under seal demonstrate vulnerability while unaware of publication); syndication amplifies harm across 25+ platforms15-16 still images of Plaintiffs' private life syndicated across 24+ platforms + Matterport 3D virtual tour; Privacy Invasion Evidence Page; Co-Plaintiff affidavit re: Meridian Rep fraudulent AI-removal promise (July 15, 2025)
Obstruction of Regulatory Investigation & Witness Tampering (Cr/RE)S.C. Code § 40-57-710(A)(25) (failure to make records available to investigators); S.C. Code § 40-57-340(3) (PMIC obstructing investigation); 18 U.S.C. § 1505 (obstruction of agency proceeding, if federal nexus); S.C. Code § 16-9-340 (impeding administration of justice—court track); 18 U.S.C. § 1512(b)(3) (federal witness tampering—court track)Delays and obstructs regulatory accountability meant to protect tenants; prolongs uncertainty and psychological distress for complainants awaiting resolution; undermines public confidence that the licensing system can hold PMICs accountable within statutory timelines; directly prevented evidence from reaching LLR investigator before Feb 20, 2026 statutory deadlineWhen Two Firms Coordinate to Hide Evidence Before a Regulatory Deadline - Jan 8: Bolyard files MTQ (AppFolio, ShowMojo, Matterport); Jan 9: Meridian contacts AppFolio instructing non-compliance; Jan 12: O’Brien files MTQ (Synovus), 1 day late/waived; Jan 16: Bolyard delays Phillips deposition to Feb 24 (4 days past LLR deadline); Feb 10: Bolyard disclaims LLR involvement to all parties including LLR (consciousness of guilt)

South Carolina Attorney General (SC AG)

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ViolationStatuteHarmEvidence
Felony Forgery (Cr)SC 16-13-10Erosion of trust in legal system; PTSD trigger from "reality denial"Scan of Falsified Postmark Envelope and Email
False Pretenses (Cr)SC 16-13-240Financial loss from no deposit return within statutory 30 days and lack of treble damages as required by law for late deposit return, gaslighting that triggers PTSD-like symptoms, insecurity of housing stabilityTimeline of Events
Unauthorized image capture + multi-platform syndication (Ci/Re)SCUTPA: SC 39-5-20; SC common law right of publicity/misappropriation; Lanham Act § 43(a) false endorsementLoss of privacy; reputational harm; emotional distress; exposure to physical harm (family member restraining orders on file under seal demonstrate vulnerability while unaware of publication); syndication amplifies harm across 25+ platforms15-16 still images of Plaintiffs' private life syndicated across 24+ platforms + Matterport 3D virtual tour; Privacy Invasion Evidence Page; Co-Plaintiff affidavit re: Meridian Rep fraudulent AI-removal promise (July 15, 2025)
Trust‑account violation – tenant security‑deposit refunds issued from operating account (Re)S.C. Code § 40‑57‑136(A)(1), (C)(2) (PMIC must maintain a properly titled real‑estate trust/escrow account; trust‑account checks must reflect that designation)Comingled account for deposit holding and returns, rather than a legally required designated trust/escrow account, exposed funds to commingling risk and undermining regulatory oversight, in the same episode as a late deposit return and alleged falsified postmark. Synovus checks #1027 and #1028 dated August 28, 2025 from account “SAC 181_OP” at 8310 Rivers Ave, Suite B (Meridian’s address), used as “Deposit Refund” payments to James McNeil and Meaghan Poyer for 181 Gordon St, signed by PMIC Tara Bayles
Obstruction of Regulatory Investigation & Witness Tampering (Cr/RE)S.C. Code § 40-57-710(A)(25) (failure to make records available to investigators); S.C. Code § 40-57-340(3) (PMIC obstructing investigation); 18 U.S.C. § 1505 (obstruction of agency proceeding, if federal nexus); S.C. Code § 16-9-340 (impeding administration of justice—court track); 18 U.S.C. § 1512(b)(3) (federal witness tampering—court track)Delays and obstructs regulatory accountability meant to protect tenants; prolongs uncertainty and psychological distress for complainants awaiting resolution; undermines public confidence that the licensing system can hold PMICs accountable within statutory timelines; directly prevented evidence from reaching LLR investigator before Feb 20, 2026 statutory deadlineWhen Two Firms Coordinate to Hide Evidence Before a Regulatory Deadline - Jan 8: Bolyard files MTQ (AppFolio, ShowMojo, Matterport); Jan 9: Meridian contacts AppFolio instructing non-compliance; Jan 12: O’Brien files MTQ (Synovus), 1 day late/waived; Jan 16: Bolyard delays Phillips deposition to Feb 24 (4 days past LLR deadline); Feb 10: Bolyard disclaims LLR involvement to all parties including LLR (consciousness of guilt)

SC Dept. of Labor, Licensing & Regulation (LLR)

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ViolationStatuteHarmEvidence
Unauthorized image capture + multi-platform syndication (Ci/Re)SCUTPA: SC 39-5-20; SC common law right of publicity/misappropriation; Lanham Act § 43(a) false endorsementLoss of privacy; reputational harm; emotional distress; exposure to physical harm (family member restraining orders on file under seal demonstrate vulnerability while unaware of publication); syndication amplifies harm across 25+ platforms15-16 still images of Plaintiffs' private life syndicated across 24+ platforms + Matterport 3D virtual tour; Privacy Invasion Evidence Page; Co-Plaintiff affidavit re: Meridian Rep fraudulent AI-removal promise (July 15, 2025)
Trust‑account violation – tenant security‑deposit refunds issued from operating account (Re)S.C. Code § 40‑57‑136(A)(1), (C)(2) (PMIC must maintain a properly titled real‑estate trust/escrow account; trust‑account checks must reflect that designation)Comingled account for deposit holding and returns, rather than a legally required designated trust/escrow account, exposed funds to commingling risk and undermining regulatory oversight, in the same episode as a late deposit return and alleged falsified postmark. Synovus checks #1027 and #1028 dated August 28, 2025 from account “SAC 181_OP” at 8310 Rivers Ave, Suite B (Meridian’s address), used as “Deposit Refund” payments to James McNeil and Meaghan Poyer for 181 Gordon St, signed by PMIC Tara Bayles
Substantial misrepresentation in real estate transaction (Re)S.C. Code § 40‑57‑710(A)(2)Resource uncertainty due to postmark and deposit-return timeline misrepresentations in connection with a tenant security-deposit transactionScan of Falsified Postmark Envelope and Email; SAC 181 Operating-Account Checks (checks dated August 28, postmarked Sept 8, received Sept 10)
Bad faith, dishonesty, or untrustworthiness endangering public interest (Re)S.C. Code § 40‑57‑710(A)(5)Pattern of PMIC conduct collectively endangering public trust in licensure system;PCL‑5 score of 76/80 (severe PTSD) evidences scope of public-interest harmTimeline of Events documenting: long-term harassment directly and through agents; retaliatory NTV and misleading renovations-pretext email; employee misrepresentation of landlord-tenant law on inspection notice timing and lease validity; falsified postmark
Failure to make records available to Commission investigators (Re)S.C. Code § 40‑57‑710(A)(25)Delays and obstructs regulatory accountability meant to protect tenants; prolongs uncertainty and psychological distress for complainants awaiting resolution; undermines public confidence that the licensing system can hold PMICs accountable within statutory timelines

When Two Firms Coordinate to Hide Evidence Before a Regulatory Deadline
Obstruction of Regulatory Investigation & Witness Tampering (Cr/RE)S.C. Code § 40-57-710(A)(25) (failure to make records available to investigators); S.C. Code § 40-57-340(3) (PMIC obstructing investigation); 18 U.S.C. § 1505 (obstruction of agency proceeding, if federal nexus); S.C. Code § 16-9-340 (impeding administration of justice—court track); 18 U.S.C. § 1512(b)(3) (federal witness tampering—court track)Delays and obstructs regulatory accountability meant to protect tenants; prolongs uncertainty and psychological distress for complainants awaiting resolution; undermines public confidence that the licensing system can hold PMICs accountable within statutory timelines; directly prevented evidence from reaching LLR investigator before Feb 20, 2026 statutory deadlineWhen Two Firms Coordinate to Hide Evidence Before a Regulatory Deadline - Jan 8: Bolyard files MTQ (AppFolio, ShowMojo, Matterport); Jan 9: Meridian contacts AppFolio instructing non-compliance; Jan 12: O’Brien files MTQ (Synovus), 1 day late/waived; Jan 16: Bolyard delays Phillips deposition to Feb 24 (4 days past LLR deadline); Feb 10: Bolyard disclaims LLR involvement to all parties including LLR (consciousness of guilt)

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

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ViolationStatuteHarmEvidence
Obstruction of Regulatory Investigation & Witness Tampering (Cr/RE)S.C. Code § 40-57-710(A)(25) (failure to make records available to investigators); S.C. Code § 40-57-340(3) (PMIC obstructing investigation); 18 U.S.C. § 1505 (obstruction of agency proceeding, if federal nexus); S.C. Code § 16-9-340 (impeding administration of justice—court track); 18 U.S.C. § 1512(b)(3) (federal witness tampering—court track)Delays and obstructs regulatory accountability meant to protect tenants; prolongs uncertainty and psychological distress for complainants awaiting resolution; undermines public confidence that the licensing system can hold PMICs accountable within statutory timelines; directly prevented evidence from reaching LLR investigator before Feb 20, 2026 statutory deadlineWhen Two Firms Coordinate to Hide Evidence Before a Regulatory Deadline - Jan 8: Bolyard files MTQ (AppFolio, ShowMojo, Matterport); Jan 9: Meridian contacts AppFolio instructing non-compliance; Jan 12: O’Brien files MTQ (Synovus), 1 day late/waived; Jan 16: Bolyard delays Phillips deposition to Feb 24 (4 days past LLR deadline); Feb 10: Bolyard disclaims LLR involvement to all parties including LLR (consciousness of guilt)