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The Pillar Podcast
Ep. 163: A legal battle in Washington
May 17, 2024
In this episode, the hosts discuss a brewing legal conflict in Washington between bishops and the state attorney general. They touch upon privacy concerns, First Amendment rights, and the church's accountability. The episode also features a heartfelt birthday celebration and reflections on listener feedback.
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- Dioceses in Washington resist broad subpoena, citing First Amendment concerns and potential abuse of authority by the Attorney General.
- Inconsistent definition of 'credible accusations' creates fairness issues for accused priests and victim survivors, impacting transparency of investigations.
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Scope of the Investigation by the Attorney General in Washington
The Attorney General in Washington has issued a broad subpoena to investigate the historic claims of sexual abuse and cover-ups of minors by the dioceses of Yakima, Spokane, and Seattle. The subpoena demands access to records dating back to the 1940s, seeking information on allegations, settlements, and communications with the Holy See about cases. The dioceses are pushing back, citing concerns about the broad scope infringing on First Amendment rights and arguing against abuse of authority by the Attorney General under the state's charitable trusts act.
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