Boy Scout Abuse – Consumer Alert Network

Boy Scout® Abuse Help For Victims

The Boy Scouts of America® kept records of alleged abuse for over 100 years. Victims who suffered sexual abuse as a Boy Scout®, Cub Scout®, or Explorer Scout® are encouraged to come forward to receive compensation.

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Founded in 1910, the Boy Scouts of America® (BSA) is one of the nation's largest organizations, with over 2.4 million boy scouts and nearly a million adult volunteers. Current lawsuits allege that Cub Scouts®, Boy Scouts® and Explorer Scouts® have been sexually abused by Scoutmasters® and other adult leaders.

According to newly released records, nearly 8,000 Boy Scout® Leaders have been accused of sexual abuse since 1944 alone. Details of the abuse and a blacklist of alleged molesters are contained in what is now known as the "Perversion Files". These files have been hidden from the public for over 100 years.

If you were abused by a leader of the Boy Scouts®, you are not alone. Those who have been abused as a Boy Scout®, Cub Scout®, or Explorer Scout® may be eligible for significant compensation.

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Boyscouts® in the news

2020

As thousands of abuse victims come forward, the Boy Scouts of America® establishes a victim fund to provide the necessary compensation to victims. Although the Boy Scouts of America® had filed for bankruptcy in February 2020, a victim fund will still be available to those who file an individual claim against the organization.

2019

States expand the statute of limitations for child abuse cases in an attempt to encourage victims to come forward. Many of the first individual claims are filed against the Boy Scouts of America® for failing to protect its young members from abusive Scoutmasters® and other adult leaders.

2012

In a landmark trial, the state of Oregon insisted that all Boy Scout® files containing details of abuse be released publicly. Investigators in the case reviewed 1,200 files, ranging from 1965 6o 1985. The investigation found that Boy Scout® officials urged offenders to resign quietly instead of having them reported to the police, likely in an attempt to cover-up any cases of abuse.

2010

Parents are advised on Boy Scouts of America® applications that abuse may occur "even in scouting". This application also notifies parents of the requirement that two adults must be present at any Boy Scout® event.

2007

Six men sued the Boy Scouts®, claiming that they had been abused by a scoutmaster in the 1980s. The court allowed the jury to read thousands of internal records that showcased the scope of abuse that took place in the organization. The victims received compensation totaling over $19 million.

1994

The Boy Scouts of America® begins implementing criminal background checks on all Scoutmasters® in an attempt to stop any instances of abuse.

1981

The Boy Scouts of America's® "Scoutmaster Handbook®", an instructional guide on being a Scoutmaster®, states that a minimum of two adults must be present at all troop activities.

1977

Dr. Henry Kempe, a notable pediatrician and an expert in abuse, stated that abuse is a "hidden problem and neglected area".

1972

The Boy Scouts of America® begins to implement standards for leadership in an attempt to screen adult leaders before they enter the organization

1910

Boy Scouts of America® is incorporated, and the founder, W.D. Boyce, applied for a congressional charter for the program.

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