The secrecy of confession is currently a subject of debate and discussion, especially in the context of crimes related to sexual abuse and the protection of minors. Some groups advocate for clergy to be required to report sexual offenses, even if they learn about them during confession. These demands arise from the collision of two obligations: the duty to report crimes and the obligation to maintain professional secrecy, which in the case of confession also involves constitutionally guaranteed religious freedom. The aim of this article is to defend the confidentiality of confession against unfounded calls for unauthorized interference in the essence of the sacrament of penance and reconciliation. This defense is based on an analysis of both secular and canonical law, as well as the psychological aspects and practical feasibility of the proposed solutions.