Trigger warning. This podcast contains descriptions of various abusive situations. Listener discretion is advised.

You are listening to the Preacher Boys podcast, a podcast shedding light on decades of mental, physical, and sexual abuse within the independent fundamental Baptist movement.

The testimonies shared on this podcast are told from the personal experience and perspective

of the survivors.

Not all legal outcomes are known or final.

Any suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty in the court of law.

Now, here is your host, Eric Squarsinsky.

Welcome back to the Preach Boys podcast.

On today's episode, I'm sitting down with Stephen Clark, a courageous survivor of childhood sexual abuse and his legal team, attorneys Aaron Blank and Guy DeAndrea.

Stephen's cases garnered significant attention as it has reached the Maryland Supreme Court,

raising critical questions about the constitutionality of the Child Victims Act.

In this conversation, Aaron and Guy provide an in-depth explanation of the legal battle they've been fighting on Stevens' behalf.

They discussed the recent hearing in Hartford County where they successfully defended the validity of the Child Victims Act against a motion to dismiss by the Board of Education.

This law, which extends or eliminates deadlines for survivors to bring claims, is being challenged as unconstitutional.

Now, with the Maryland Supreme Court taking up the case, the stakes could not be higher.

The court's decision will not only impact Stevens's pursuit of justice, but could also influence

the future of many others who have suffered similar trauma.

The outcome will determine whether the Child Victims Act stands as a beacon of hope for survivors,

or, if it will be struck down, closing the door on their opportunity for legal redress.

Join us as we delve into the complexities of this case, explore the potential implications

of the Supreme Court's ruling, and hear from Stephen himself about his journey and fight

for justice.

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