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Response to Complaints of Sexual Abuse
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This document contains the Policy of the Diocese of Paterson concerning allegations of sexual abuse, including allegations involving minors as required by Norm 2 of the Essential Norms for Diocesan/Eparchial Policies Dealing with Allegations of Sexual Abuse of Minors by Priests or Deacons. (hereafter, Norms).
The only purpose of this Policy is to set forth a particular, but crucial, element of the salvific mission which Christ entrusted to the Church. In accordance with New Jersey law, it does not establish any legal right or entitlement in any person or entity and does not constitute an employee handbook or contract.