An adult who alleges abuse as a child, by a member of the clergy, a consecrated man or woman, an employee, or a volunteer of the Church, is encouraged to contact the Office of Child and Youth Protection (OCYP) to make a report. The Arizona reporting law (ARS 13-3620) does not apply. The individual has the right to make a report to law enforcement. A report to law enforcement is highly encouraged and support will be offered to assist the individual in making the report.

If the reported abuse took place in another diocese, the Office of Child and Youth Protection may contact the Office of Child and Youth Protection in that diocese to report and request assistance for the individual. The decision to report to law enforcement in the city/state in which the abuse occurred is encouraged and supported.

The diocese is committed to working in good faith with law enforcement and the Department of Child Safety. So as not to compromise an investigation, those who make the report shall not discuss the incident with anyone unless required to do so in conjunction with the investigation.