Religion · Myrtle Beach, SC Metro · October 8, 2026
SC Church, Academy Seek Dismissal of Suit Over Sex Offender Volunteer
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- Ask your church's leadership whether it has a documented volunteer screening and background-check policy for anyone with access to children.
- Request to see how your church's bylaws or insurance policies address reporting and transparency when abuse allegations surface.
- Follow the South Carolina court proceedings to see how the ecclesiastical abstention argument is resolved.
- Review your state's mandatory reporting laws so you know your personal legal obligations if you ever become aware of abuse.
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