Arizona Court of Appeals Reinstates Part of LDS Child Abuse Lawsuit
The Arizona Court of Appeals has reinstated portions of a lawsuit against the LDS Church, highlighting the broader scope of mandated reporter responsibilities in child abuse cases.
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The Arizona Court of Appeals has reinstated portions of a lawsuit against the LDS Church, highlighting the broader scope of mandated reporter responsibilities in child abuse cases.
A trio of appellate judges in Arizona are reviewing whether a Mormon bishop and physician failed to fulfill his legal duty to report child abuse after hearing a confession, sparking debate over clergy privilege and mandatory reporting.