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EPISODE · Sep 21, 2025 · 15 MIN

The Erin's Law: Confronting Child Sexual Abuse

from The Law That Didn't Exist · host Neon Nights Studio

In this episode, we delve into the story of Erin Merryn, a survivor of child sexual abuse who turned her trauma into a nationwide campaign for change. We explore how Erin's Law, mandating age-appropriate sexual abuse and assault awareness and prevention education in schools, came into existence. We'll discuss the shocking crime, the legal loophole it exposed, and the tireless advocacy that led to a new law being enacted in all 50 states. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we delve into the story of Erin Merryn, a survivor of child sexual abuse who turned her trauma into a nationwide campaign for change. We explore how Erin's Law, mandating age-appropriate sexual abuse and assault awareness and prevention education in schools, came into existence. We'll discuss the shocking crime, the legal loophole it exposed, and the tireless advocacy that led to a new law being enacted in all 50 states. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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