Why Is Mesirah Permitted Against Corona-Era Minyanim, but Not CHILD ABUSERS?!

The Snitching Double Standard: Covid-19 vs. Child Sex Abuse

Many prominent Haredi poskim have authorized reporting illegal minyanim to the police. They say nothing about needing to get the approval of a rabbi on a case-by-case basis.

This is very different from the standard for most Agudath Israel affiliated rabbis who still insist that one must consult with a rabbi before reporting child sex abuse to the authorities.

What does this say about the concern for children whose down the line consequences of abuse can include overdoses, suicides, lifelong anguish, and diminished social and financial success?

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From Frum Follies, here.