The Catholic Church in Guam says it would be bankrupted by legislation allowing lawsuits in historical sex abuse cases. Last week, the Guam Legislature approved a bill removing the statute of limitations for civil action in such cases.
But the Church launched a petition calling on Governor Eddie Calvo to veto the bill. A string of abuse allegations had been made against its Archbishop and other clergy members.
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But the Church launched a petition calling on Governor Eddie Calvo to veto the bill. A string of abuse allegations had been made against its Archbishop and other clergy members.
http://www.radionz.co.nz/international/pacific-news/313851/guam's-catholic-church-warns-abuse-lawsuits-would-threaten-services