Child Abuse
Arizona clergy who learn of abuse in confessions not required to report, court rules
The Arizona Supreme Court ruled that clergy who learn of child abuse during religious confessions are not required to report it to authorities, The Guardian reports. The decision upholds clergy-penitent privilege protections against mandatory reporting laws. The ruling affects cases where religious leaders learn of abuse in confidential pastoral settings.
August 12, 2026 at 8:05 PM MT · via The Guardian · 13 sources
Federal appeals court sides with LDS Church in sex abuse settlement lawsuit
A federal appeals court ruled in late July 2026 in favor of the LDS Church in a lawsuit involving insurance coverage for sex abuse settlements, according to The Salt Lake Tribune. The court's decision allows the Church to pursue coverage claims against two insurers for settlements paid in abuse cases.
August 12, 2026 at 6:24 PM MT · via The Salt Lake Tribune · 9 sources