Back to the Oklahoma City Archdiocese Page | Archdiocese of Oklahoma City Policy Regarding Abuse of Minors by Church Personnel Pastoral Response Hotline Department
of Human Services Hotline Oklahoma County
Offices Calls to the Pastoral Response Hotline will be answered by the Archdiocesan Assistance Coordinator who will offer to meet with the caller in person if the caller so desires. The Assistance Coordinator will also assist you in making a formal complaint to the Archdiocese, arranging a personal meeting with the Archbishop or his representative and in obtaining support and pastoral counseling. Calls are confidential with the following exceptions: • Any allegations of sexual abuse concerning those who currently are minors must be reported to the Oklahoma Department of Human Services (800/522-3511) as required by Oklahoma State Law and Archdiocesan policies. • Any allegation of sexual misconduct will be shared with the proper Archdiocesan authorities. In addition, there are several other things you may do: • You may contact the Oklahoma Department of Human Services (800/522-3511). Contacting DHS is mandatory if the victim is a minor. • You may contact the appropriate law enforcement agency to determine if the incident falls within the statue of limitations in the jurisdiction in which the offense occurred. • You may contact local child protection agencies, a private attorney and/or a support group. |