"Robert Whipkey, 53, was serving at parishes in Erie, Mead and Frederick when he was arrested and placed on leave. This summer, Whipkey was found guilty of indecent exposure, a misdemeanor that carries mandatory registration as a sex offender for at least 10 years."
While the case may not sound that provocative, there is an incredible discussion following the article in the "comments" section-- causing the article to be labeled "hot" by the online Camera. [see comments HERE] The discussion mainly centers around the question "what behaviors mandate the registering a sex offender?". There are some very interesting points that are being raised.
Here is the rest of the story:
“This conviction has cost me my career and my life,” said Whipkey, according to a report in the Greeley Tribune.
Judge Timothy Kerns said the nude jogging was a manifestation of a bigger issue that needs to be treated, according to the Tribune.
The Weld County District Attorney’s Office reported that a lawyer for Whipkey has alerted the court of his intention to appeal the case. Whipkey will not have to register as a sex offender while the appeal is underway.
Nine years ago, the Archdiocese investigated Whipkey for “inappropriate personal behavior” when he was pastor of St. Anthony’s parish in Sterling. In that case, Sterling police said they looked into reports that 11-year-old boys had seen Whipkey naked at a summer camp. But the boys didn’t file formal complaints, and no charges were filed.
Do you think that the previous actions change the investigation or case at all?
What do you think about who should register as an offender or not?
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