Through a process of active mediation, I believe we have come to a resolution of these claims that will provide just compensation to the survivor-victims while also allowing the Archdiocese to continue to carry out our ministries to the faithful and our social programs serving the poor and vulnerable in our communities.

Announced Wednesday in a joint statement from archdiocesan counsel and a committee of plaintiffs’ lawyers, the global settlement caps a year-long mediation process that followed California’s three-year revival of civil claims of past sexual abuse involving minors.

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Learn More About AB 218

California State Assembly Bill 218 (AB 218), which was passed in 2019, lifted the statute of limitations for a second time in California allowing civil claims of past sexual misconduct involving minors during a three-year window from 2020-2022. What follows are answers to general questions regarding the AB 218 litigation and the recent settlement, as well as information on the ongoing efforts by the Archdiocese to support survivor-victims and prevent abuse.

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Learn more about our commitment to transparency and accountability and creating a safe environment for children and adults.

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