sexual abuse

The diocese says a 2002 allegation against Hart was forwarded by Ricken to police but was dropped due to a lack of alleged victim cooperation.

A judge sentenced him to 80 to 115 years in prison.

Hicks then allegedly drove the girl around and exposed himself to her and forced her to touch his genitals for about three seconds.

Former Cheyenne Bishop Joseph Hart will face a Vatican trial on charges of sexual abuse of minors.

The Diocese of Cheyenne has included Hart on a list of 12 former Cheyenne Catholic clergymen since 1950 who have been substantiated as sexual abusers.

Matthew Henderson declined to comment during his sentencing.

One patient testified that Paul Harnetty conducted a pelvic exam and rubbed his thumb on her clitoris to arouse her.

Francis implied that the priestly abuse of nuns was still being dealt with on a case-by-case basis.

Several family members, friends and former students spoke on Meza's behalf, saying he was a good person and a good teacher.

When asked to recount the day in question, Jan. 7, Tamblyn reportedly changed his story multiple times.