Untested Rape Kits Lead to More Crimes Nov 11, 2009
" pretty soon ALLLLL of medical services will be that way thanks to Pelosi and gang by Flachickasaw November 11, 2009 12:50 AM EST We don't need goverment interferance.....your neighborhood republican......can I get my bonus now? by NYC77 November 10, 2009 11:32 PM EST I am a survivor as well but women aren't the only ones that get assaulted. Many men don't come forward. Rape is worse than murder because the survivor has to live with it for the rest of their lives. This has been going on since... (CBS News)
Cumberland County sentencing list for Oct. 6 Oct 28, 2009
Randy Scott Farence: 6 to 23 months for sexual abuse of children; 9 to 23 months each for 33 counts of sexual abuse to children. (Oler). (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
A woman, the priest and their son Oct 17, 2009
While the recent scandals involving the Roman Catholic Church have focused on the sexual abuse of children, experts say that priests who have violated sexual and emotional boundaries with adult women are far more common ... While the recent scandals involving the Roman Catholic Church have focused on the sexual abuse of children, experts say that priests who have violated sexual and emotional boundaries with adult women are far more common. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Former CHS teacher arrested Oct 15, 2009
A Cody High School graduate and former teacher has been arrested in Utah on four allegations of sexual abuse of children. John Robert James Cody, 39, of Washington, Utah, was arrested Friday and charged with two counts of sexual abuse of a child, forcible sexual abuse - all second degree felonies - and sexual battery, a misdemeanor, according to court records. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Child abuse: when family courts get it wrong Oct 15, 2009
As we see in many cases across the country, even when physical or sexual abuse of children is alleged during a divorce, American family courts routinely award custody to the parent with an established record of domestic violence restraining orders, child abuse, neglect, alcoholism, addiction, dangerous mental illness, or a combination. Meanwhile, the child's other parent, commonly referred to as the "protective parent," is typically demonized by court professionals as an "alienator" for bringing... (Christian Science Monitor)
Polanski may be out of luck Oct 5, 2009
Justice isn't only for the pillaged girl, now a forgiving mother of three, but also for a world that needs to affirm without hesitation that civilized people don't abide the sexual abuse of children. Anything else sends a message that children aren't safe - and that predators are. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
LeeAnn Wimmers: The story behind an accused killer Oct 4, 2009
"Significant abuse prior to the age of five, said Susan McKinnis, a Greenville, Pa., caseworker who worked with LeeAnn when she was a teenager, ticking off what she remembered of the files forwarded to her on LeeAnn. Authorities in Buncombe County, N.C., would remove LeeAnn from her mother s home when she was in elementary school. She lived for a time with her grandmother. Soon, Jeffrey and Kim Deeter of New Castle, Pa., found her photo and adopted her. And she became Jeffrey s girlfriend, said... (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Wendy Murphy: An open letter to Whoopi Goldberg about the meaning of 'rape' Oct 1, 2009
If it s true that 13-year-old kids in France are so disrespected they can anticipate being attacked by men, you can and should condemn the practice, not chalk it up to a cultural difference as if to suggest the United States might evolve one day to a period of enlightenment when we will be liberated enough to celebrate the sexual abuse of children. Your audience is filled with women who need and deserve the empowerment potential in a show like yours. (Wakefield Daily Item, MA)
Over the top: 'child-abuse' video rated MA15+ Sep 6, 2009
"Our argument is that this is certainly not what the legislation was aimed at. It was aimed at the sexual abuse of children," he said in June. Source. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Ad campaign will seek out clergy abuse victims Aug 22, 2009
The diocese filed for federal Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Sept. 20 in the face of 22 lawsuits alleging sexual abuse of children by clergy members who worked here. The cases have been temporarily stayed while the diocese is in the bankruptcy process. (FOX 11, AZ)
Intervention turned our backs on reconciliation Aug 21, 2009
In June 2007, John Howard decreed a national emergency for about 50,000 people living on Aboriginal-designated lands in the Northern Territory on the basis of allegations of widespread sexual abuse of children. In the absence of any consultation with affected communities or any real debate in the Australian Parliament, the Government took control of communities, compulsorily acquired land and imposed administrative and statutory management over people's lives that no other Australians, free from... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Megans Law: What it is, what it isnt Jul 12, 2009
For example, the crime known formally as sexual abuse of children and informally as child pornography carries a 10-year registration requirement; rape carries a lifetime registration requirement. Sexually violent predators, however, are deemed so after evaluation by the Sexual Offenders Assessment Board. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Joe Jackson: "Foul Play" Killed My Son Jul 11, 2009
" US Top 100 Dance Singles * 1980: "If You Feel the Funk" * 1983: "Bet'cha Gonna Need My Lovin'" * 1984: "Hot Potato" * 2004: "Just Wanna Dance" * 2005: "Free the World"OK, now your accomplishments? by gravyboat4000 July 10, 2009 9:00 AM PDT Gravy covers MoTown hits. 1985 Gravy Groove. 1987 "Sop it up"; the love songs of Gravy. 1990 GravyBoat:"Floatin". a collection of covers songs on the harp.1992 Gravy goes Country.(including a duet with Mindi McCready). 1995 Gravy:"Groove N Ooze". More love... (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Indigenous Children in Australia Are Six Times More Likely to Suffer Abuse Jul 2, 2009
Child abuse became a key political issue two years ago when then Prime Minister s government took control of dozens of Aboriginal communities, after a government- commissioned report said alcohol and drugs were fuelling widespread sexual abuse of children. In one instance highlighted by the June 2007 report, an 18- year-old, high from sniffing gasoline fumes, sodomized and drowned a 6-year-old child. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
Aborigines 13 Times More Likely to Be Jailed in Australia, Report Says Jun 25, 2009
Two years ago, then Prime Minister announced a A$587 million plan to take control of dozens of Aboriginal communities, after a government-commissioned report said alcohol and drugs were fuelling widespread sexual abuse of children. Under the plan, known as the intervention, the government banned alcohol and pornography in dozens of Aboriginal townships in the Northern Territory, boosted police numbers and tied welfare payments to childrens school attendance. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
Plan Ghana calls for action on child sexual abuse in schools in Ghana Jun 16, 2009
Accra 16 June 2009 Sexual abuse of children is a human rights violation affecting most children globally. The effects of this abuse are devastating with short or long term consequences. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Sex abuse plea leads to a minimum of 35 years in prison Jun 3, 2009
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North Middleton man accused of using animal costumes to sexually proposition teenage boy May 31, 2009
He is also charged with one count each of unlawful contact with a minor (related to sexual exploitation of children), criminal attempted sexual exploitation of children and criminal solicitation to commit sexual abuse of children (related to child pornography), all second-degree felonies, which are each punishable by up to 10 years in prison and $25,000 fines. Berlin is also charged with one count of unlawful contact with a minor and one count of criminal use of a computer, both third-degree... (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Mitchell Co. man's sex abuse trial moved up May 29, 2009
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North Iowa briefs May 29, 2009
OSAGE The trial of an Orchard man on 20 counts involving the sexual abuse of children begins Tuesday in Mitchell County District Court. The trial date for Jimmy Dean Shaw, 41, was moved up from the original date of July 14. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Pa. Justices: Internet Child Porn Search Constitutes 'Knowing Possession' May 28, 2009
On reargument, an en banc panel of the Superior Court reinstated Diodoro's conviction of 30 counts of sexual abuse of children, finding that Diodoro's physical operation of the computer constituted control and supported his conviction ... Delaware County Assistant District Attorney Michelle P. Hutton said her office was pleased with the decision and that it would help stop and prosecute sexual abuse of children. (Law.com)
Child-care worker kept from own kids May 23, 2009
Anyone intending to work with children is checked for a criminal record involving violence or sexual abuse of children, disciplinary proceedings and AVOs involving children. A conviction automatically precludes them. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Issues in Mental Health: Sexual abuse: Understanding the perpetrator, protecting your family May 13, 2009
There are many factors that contribute to the sexual abuse of children. When looking at perpetrators, there are specific factors at which to look. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)
GPB Program Featuring Local Citizens Airs Tonight Apr 16, 2009
At the time charges were brought against McClain for sexual abuse of children, implications had also been levied against Michael. Afraid of his father, Michael was apparently ready to plead guilty to the charge. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Sexual predator? You probably know him (1314) Apr 14, 2009
The World Link : Sexual predator. You probably know him. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Nigeria: HIV Discrimination Bill [editorial] Mar 26, 2009
Other routes include widow inheritance, sexual abuse of children, migration, transfusions of HIV-infected blood or blood products; tissue or organ transplants; use of contaminated needles and syringes (or other skin-piercing equipment); and mother-to-child transmission during pregnancy, birth, or breastfeeding. Relevant Links. (allAfrica.com)
Panel advances bill on lapsed sex cases Mar 18, 2009
ALBANY A bill that would allow for the reopening of lapsed cases of sexual abuse of children is moving to both legislative chambers despite strong opposition from religious organizations fearing bankruptcy if alleged victims get an extension on the statute of limitations to sue. The Codes Committee of the Assembly passed the measure Tuesday, meaning it will be sent to the general body soon, and the Democrat-controlled Senate companion piece gained more sponsors, including the head of that... (Albany Times Union)
Childhood Sex Abuse Bill Passes Hurdle in N.Y. Assembly Committee Mar 18, 2009
The sponsor of the alternative, Vito J. Lopez, D-Brooklyn, said his bill also corrects a loophole in Markey's bill by allowing suits based on the sexual abuse of children in schools, housing complexes and other public accommodations. Markey's office disputes that such suits are not allowed under her legislation. (Law.com)
Picoult's life is far from wrenching novels Mar 3, 2009
By Deirdre Donahue, USA TODAY HANOVER, N.H. Jodi Picoult has created a hugely successful career writing high-octane dramas about families ravaged by events straight off the CNN ticker: date rape, school shootings, the sexual abuse of children and teen suicide. But if you arrive at Picoult's lovely New England colonial expecting to find evidence of the domestic angst and agony that propel her novels, you'll be sorely disappointed. (USA Today -- Life)
Archbishop warns against 'spirit of adulation' surrounding president... Feb 26, 2009
And I hope he also agrees that we should not have an unwillingness to offend the church when we want to address sexual abuse of children, how many of todayts priest probably gay etc etc. We owe each other the truth on many issues. (The Drudge Report)
At what price 'good news'? Feb 20, 2009
However, we need to look at what works to prevent sexual abuse of children, not what just looks good in the re-election ads in which politicians can say they were tough on sexual offenders. There are ways to prevent sexual abuse. (NJ.com -- Times)
Walsh: Law enforcement changes over 20 years Feb 19, 2009
Officers who investigate crimes involving sexual abuse of children must receive specialized training to educate themselves on how to emotionally and professionally approach such situations; however, all officers may respond to that initial call for service. Technology issues. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Man accused of attempting to entice a minor for sex Feb 8, 2009
Allen David Clairmont, 714 Maryland, was charged Thursday in Butte justice court with felony sexual abuse of children and felony attempted sexual intercourse without consent. Clairmont remained in jail Thursday. (Montana Standard, MT)
