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conscience clause

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conscience clause
n.
A clause in a law that relieves persons whose conscientious or religious scruples forbid compliance.
conscience clause
n
(Law) a clause in a law or contract exempting persons with moral scruples


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Among the sharper arguments put forth against conscience clauses are those contained in a June 16, 2005, essay in the New England Journal of Medicine by Alta Charo, a bioethicist who teaches at the University of Wisconsin Law and Medical Schools.
In good conscience: can pharmacists decline to fill some ... by Lustig, Andrew / Commonweal
If a diocese agrees to permit the blessing of same-sex relationships, the synod should allow for a conscience clause and should consider shared episcopal ministry.
Bishops agree on 'shared' ministry: revised plan accepted by De Santis, Solange / Anglican Journal
Wade decision, the ACLU criticized conscience clauses that allow Catholic hospitals to refrain from performing procedures the church considers immoral.
The American Civil. (Bad News) by Schorn, Joel / U.S. Catholic
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