Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Arizona

Re: Catholic Rapists

Like every other citizen, priests are entitled to bail and are innocent until proven guilty. Just as with any other category of offense in society, there have been false accusations made for the purpose of 'cashing in' on the publicity and getting money.

I assume you would like the presumption of innocence if you were charged with a crime.

If the accused are found guilty, then they should be severely punished for their crimes and breach of trust.

Re: Catholic Rapists

As a follow up, there have been more accusations against protestant ministers than Catholic priests, so anger should be directed towards them as well. The rate of accusation of homosexual assault by priests is about the same as the rate in the general population, about 1.8 percent so we should all keep a proper perspective. Punish the guilty, don't condemn the entire group.