Litigation
Oct. 15, 2002
Ancient Church Law Remains Relevant
LOS ANGELES - Roman Catholic canon law may seem archaic, but it continues to color the legal debate swirling around priest molestation cases. Experts trace the origin of canon law to the 6th century, when synods, or groups of Roman Catholic bishops began formulating laws which were rooted in the word of God and based on problems in society.
Experts trace the origin of canon law to the 6th century, when synods, or groups of Roman Catholic bishops began formulating laws which were ...
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