Balancing the Rights of the Victims and the Accused in Cases of Sexual Abuse of Minors and the Vulnerable by Clerics
Cases of sexual abuse of minors and vulnerable by clerics present a challenging dilemma for the penal system in the Church, as they involve the delicate balance of protecting the rights of the victim and ensuring due process for the accused. This article explores the complexities of this issue and e...
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Type de support: | Imprimé Article |
Langue: | Anglais |
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Publié: |
2023
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Iustitia
Année: 2023, Volume: 14, Numéro: 2, Pages: 41-56 |
Sujets non-standardisés: | B
Justice
B Innocence B Pupille (enfant) B Maltraitance des enfants B Franziskus Pape (1936-) B Abus sexuel |
Résumé: | Cases of sexual abuse of minors and vulnerable by clerics present a challenging dilemma for the penal system in the Church, as they involve the delicate balance of protecting the rights of the victim and ensuring due process for the accused. This article explores the complexities of this issue and examines various legal, ethical, and psychological considerations involved in achieving a fair and just resolution. By analyzing the rights of both parties, as well as relevant laws and precedents in the Church, it aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the intricate balance required in addressing such sensitive cases. |
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ISSN: | 2248-9789 |
Contient: | Enthalten in: Iustitia
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