Local law enforcement agencies are working to keep children safe on Halloween by keeping a close eye on sex offenders.
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Gaston County deputes said sex offenders serving active probation terms are required to report to the courthouse from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Halloween.
While there, officials will go over new laws they need to be aware of and have offenders meet with probation officers.
In South Carolina, many registered sex offenders are required to stay inside their homes on Halloween night. If they are on probation or parole, they have a curfew from 5:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. and are not allowed to hand out candy.
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