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PRIEST-PENITENT PRIVILEGE

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Priest-Penitent Privilege.

Priest-Penitent Privilege - as a noun

The right of a clergyman to refuse to divulge confidential information received from a person during confession or similar exchanges

Example Sentences

"The priest-penitent privilege allows individuals to share their sins and shortcomings confidentially with a clergy member."
"In many jurisdictions, the priest-penitent privilege is recognized as a legal protection for religious confessions."
"The priest-penitent privilege has its roots in religious traditions and is upheld in many denominations."
"To maintain the integrity of the priest-penitent privilege, clergy members are bound by confidentiality."
"The priest-penitent privilege is not absolute and can be overridden in cases involving serious crimes."
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