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	SNAP Speaks out about New Idaho Law KTRV March 30, 2007 http://www.ktrv.com/Global/story.asp?S=6301707&nav=menu439_2 Boise, Idaho — Victims abused by clergy spoke out about a new Idaho law Thursday. The group called SNAP, which stands for Survivors Network of Those Abused by Priests, gathered on the steps of the Statehouse — informing residents about a bill Governor Otter recently signed. It extends the civil statute of limitations on child sex crimes to five years from the time the child discovers the crime caused them harm. Specifically, it allows those who were molested as kids to file lawsuits against anyone who employed their predator. "Our predators, the people who abused us, and most child molesters in the state of Idaho are walking free today because they were able to intimidate their victims or their victims suffered with overwhelming feelings of guilt, shame and blame. This law is going to enable those victims to come forward. It sends an important message to them that it's not their fault and help is available to them," said Mary Grant, SNAP Western Regional Director. SNAP encourages victims of abuse to come forward and expose their molesters. They can also get help by calling the organization at 208-757-0503. We've posted a link to the SNAP website under NewsLinks.
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