text: If he was 15, then maybe he was a "youthful offender" and the records were sealed - until he left the State of Washington where such determinations may not apply across state lines? I have seen that before. So sexual molestation of a minor is probably one of the most heinous crimes that could have been exposed. But while not a Christian in my adult life, I do follow the norms of my childhood and have a hard time with the harsh judgement stated in this column. Where does compassion and forgiveness play into our polarized society?