You are correct, Scott, it is indeed prohibited by law.  However, it is almost never enforced.  In fact, I am unaware if it ever has been used in this sort of case and certainly not against a Catholic cleric.  I read an interesting and informative article about it years ago, detailing why it is so difficult to put into practice, but I do not recall it very well and certainly do not know how to find it again (I suppose a goggle search would help - but not at the top of my list right now).  Thank you so much for your kind words and trust - I hope I can continue to earn them.  Be well.