Statute Of Limitation Extension For Priest Abuse Claims Ends

By Shawn Loging
KEYC
May 25, 2016

http://www.keyc.com/story/32066851/statute-of-limitation-extension-for-priest-abuse-claims-ends

NEW ULM, Minn. -

May 25 is the end of Minnesota's temporary statute of limitation extension for filing civil claims of sexual abuse.?

The Diocese of New Ulm has received 98 claims alleging abuse by priests filed under the Minnesota Child Victims Act.

The claims name 28 of the Diocese's 75 parishes.

The Diocese is marking May 25 with a day of prayer for healing and reconciliation as they work to resolve the claims.

Diocese of New Ulm Vicar General Monsignor Douglas Gram said, "Closely working collaboratively with Jeff Anderson and Associates that we would make sure that we do have policies and procedures in place and that these claims could fairly resolved."

The Diocese adds they are considering options including reorganization under bankruptcy to resolve the claims but a decision isn't expected soon.

Even though the period to file has expired, anyone who suffers abuse by priests is asked to contact law enforcement.