"Until the early 2000s,..."
JAN. 6, 2002 CHANGED EVERYTHING FOR THE CHURCH.
Canon 2489 said to keep it quiet
'2489 Charity and respect for the truth must suggest the answer to every request for information or communication.
The good and safety of others, respect for private life, the common good are sufficient reasons for keeping silent about what should not be known, or for using discreet language.
The duty to avoid scandal often requires rigorous discretion.
No one is required to reveal the truth to those who do not have the right to know it. 375 '
Where do you think the independent commission found these records? In the church!