Tag Archives: Legal

It’s all “legal”

Posted on October 19, 2016 by Sylvia
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When it comes to dealing with convicted molesters in Canada, we  truly are in a sad state in this country – both in and out of the Church. Look at this series of articles: 18 October 2016:  “Sex offender Denis … Continue reading →

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Justice denied: Alleged child-sex abuser walks free after Alberta judge rules trial delayed too long

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Sylvia
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The Daily Brew 03 November 2012 By Steve Mertl | Our justice system enshrines the right to a speedy trial on the principle that, as William Gladstone said, justice delayed is justice denied. But speedy is a relative term and … Continue reading →

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Legal charade

Posted on October 31, 2012 by Sylvia
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I suppose in truth it is no surprise.  Another court date has come and gone for convicted Basilian molester Father William Hodgson Marshall (yes – sad to say, he’s still very much a priest).  Another date set.  04 March 2013.  … Continue reading →

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Years of work by Philadelphia D.A.’s Office led to priests’ trial

Posted on June 25, 2012 by Sylvia
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philly.com 25 June 2012 By Joseph A. Slobodzian Inquirer Staff Writer District Attorney Seth Williams The guilty verdict against Msgr. William J. Lynn – the first time a Catholic church supervisor has been found criminally liable for child-sex crimes by … Continue reading →

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“Defense attorneys in priest beating seek mistrial” & related article

Posted on June 23, 2012 by Sylvia
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Santa Cruz Sentinel Posted:   06/22/2012 04:00:20 PM PDT By Tracey Kaplan tkaplan@mercurynews.com   Will Lynch’s trial on charges of beating priest begins Co-counsel, Paul Mones, left, advises Will Lynch as he arrives for his trial, at the Hall of … Continue reading →

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Plea bargains

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Sylvia
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Yesterday I posted several articles and/or documents regarding ex-Anglican priest and former scout master Ralph Rowe.  I realize that Rowe is not Roman Catholic but  posted the articles for good reason.  It has to do with sexual predators and plea … Continue reading →

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New charge sought against KC bishop, diocese

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Sylvia
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BND.com (serving Soutwestern Illinois and the St. Louis region) 08 May 2012 The Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Missouri prosecutors have asked a judge to add a second misdemeanor charge against a Kansas City diocese and its bishop, who … Continue reading →

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Church Puts Legal Pressure on Abuse Victims’ Group

Posted on March 13, 2012 by Sylvia
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New York Times 12 March 2012 By LAURIE GOODSTEIN Dan Gill for The New York Times:  David Clohessy keeps records from his advocacy group, known as SNAP, in his St. Louis home. Turning the tables on an advocacy group that … Continue reading →

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Hod Marshall csb: Victim Impact Statement and Statements of Claim

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Sylvia
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08 December 2011:  Jerry Boyle statement read at Windsor, Ontario Press Conference 17 November 2011: Jerry Boyle Statement of Claim 24 August 2011:  A Papal Letter from Ken Hills 19 August 2011: John Doe Statement of Claim 08 August 2011:  Ken … Continue reading →

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In unusual move, Pa. high court is asked to review charges against monsignor in sex-abuse case

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Sylvia
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philly.com 13 January 2012 By John P. Martin Inquirer Staff Writer Associated Press Msgr. William J. Lynn, accused of enabling priests to molest altar boys. An unusual legal maneuver could delay a trial. Attorneys for the  Philadelphia  monsignor accused of enabling … Continue reading →

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