New York's Court of Appeals closed the door Tuesday to time-barred clergy abuse claims in a ruling that shifts back to the state Legislature the question of whether individuals who were molested years or decades ago should have their day in court. In two cases, the court found no basis to equitably toll the statute of limitations. The court also left open -- for the second time this year -- the question of whether a fiduciary relationship exists between a member of the clergy and a congregant.
February 23, 2006 at 12:00 AM
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New York’s Court of Appeals Tuesday closed the door to time-barred clergy abuse claims in a ruling that shifts back to the state Legislature the question of whether individuals who were molested years or decades ago should have their day in court.
In two cases, one decided 6-0 and the other 5-1, the court found no basis to equitably toll the statute of limitations for victims of sexually exploitive clergy.
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