1 Reporting Federal Crimes – Abridged Training Protecting Children from Abuse and Exploitation

2 An Overview: Reporting Obligations The Archdiocese has agreed – as part of a settlement with the Department of Justice – to report any suspected violations of federal laws pertaining to the sexual abuse of minors The agreement states: The RCAB shall report in writing to the Chief of the Public Corruption and Special Prosecutions Unit at the U.S. Attorney’s Office and the supervisor of the Civil Rights and Public Corruption Desk at the Boston Office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation any suspected or alleged violations of federal criminal law involving the abuse or exploitation of children (persons under 18 years of age) including violations of 18 U.S.C. §§ , 1470, 1591, A, 2260, , and 2425, within 48 hours of learning of such suspected violations. The RCAB shall cooperate fully in the investigation of such reported incidents. These reporting obligations are in addition to the state law/Department of Social Services reporting requirements that were the subject of prior trainings

3 An Overview: Reporting Obligations The Archdiocese will report suspected violations of these statutes to the U.S. Attorney and the FBI within 48 hours of learning of the suspected violations There are no “mandated reporters” under federal law Under our agreement, all suspected violations must be reported to Father John Connolly, Special Assistant to the Cardinal You may report suspected violations of federal law directly to federal law enforcement officers. However, you are not required by law to do so

4 An Overview: State and Federal Law The federal statutes discussed in this training prohibit: Child Pornography: possessing, receiving, distributing or otherwise interacting with “child pornography”; “Traveler” and “Trafficking” Crimes: crossing state lines to engage in a sexual act with a minor or in the sexual trafficking of a minor; and Obscene Material: activities that result in a minor’s exposure to “obscene” materials, as defined under the law

5 Report Suspected Violations of Federal Statutes Protecting Children The Archdiocese is committed to protecting children from abuse and exploitation in any form All personnel need to work together to serve the best interests of the children  When in doubt, REPORT any violation to Father John Connolly, Special Assistant to the Cardinal Father Connolly’s contact number: (617)  You may also choose to report alleged violations to federal law enforcement officials

6 Summary of Detailed Training The attached materials provide detailed information on the federal laws at issue, including: an overview of the prohibitions under several federal laws as they pertain to persons under 18 years of age your obligation to report suspected violations of these laws a review of commonly asked questions and sample situations that require reporting You are encouraged to review the attached materials with care and contact the Office of Child Advocacy, Implementation, and Oversight if you have any questions Office of Child Advocacy contact number: