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Children and Vulnerable Adults in the Library Policy

Approved by the York County Library Board of Trustees on April 09, 2026

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South Carolina law defines a vulnerable adult as someone 18 or older who cannot adequately care for or protect themselves due to a physical or mental condition.

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A caregiver must be a responsible person 18 or older.

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Children in the Library:

  • Children 12 and older may be in the library without a caregiver.

  • Children 11 and younger must be with a caregiver at all times.

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Children Attending Library Programs:

  • Children 5 and under must stay with their caregiver during the entire program.

  • Children 6 and older may attend a program on their own, but the caregiver must remain in the building.

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Vulnerable Minors and Adults:

  • Vulnerable minors and adults must be accompanied by a caregiver at all times.

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Safety Notice:

  • Unaccompanied children or vulnerable adults will be reported to the appropriate authorities.

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