A former school counselor in Southern California has been charged with molesting multiple children, according to the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office. Prosecutors allege that the counselor engaged in sexual misconduct involving 15 minors while employed at a school in the region. The charges state that the Ventura County school counselor used his professional position to gain access to students, and the alleged conduct is said to have taken place over an extended period.

The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office began investigating after receiving reports of inappropriate behavior involving students. Following the investigation, the counselor was taken into custody and now faces numerous felony counts related to child sexual abuse.

As with all criminal matters, the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law. The case remains ongoing.

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Institutional Responsibilities in Allegations Involving Minors

Incidents of alleged abuse within school environments often prompt broader questions about institutional safeguards. Schools, both public and private, have heightened duties to ensure the safety of minors, including background checks, staff training, reporting protocols, and adequate supervision.

While criminal proceedings determine individual guilt or innocence, civil matters may examine whether systemic failures contributed to enabling misconduct. These inquiries typically focus on policies, reporting structures, and institutional responses when concerns are raised.

Easton & Easton’s Commitment to Supporting Survivors

At Easton & Easton, our team is deeply committed to supporting survivors of childhood sexual abuse, particularly in cases involving institutional settings where children should be protected. Attorney Saul Wolf brings extensive experience litigating civil cases against major organizations entrusted with the care of minors, including Church Entities, including the Roman Catholic Church, Private Schools, Public School Districts, including Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), Youth-Servicing Organizations, such as Boys & Girls Clubs and YMCAs, Youth Sports Organizations and National Governing Bodies, including USA Water Polo and USA Cheer.

Our approach centers on compassionate, trauma-informed advocacy. We understand that survivors often face complex emotional, psychological, and community-related challenges—especially when abuse occurs within trusted institutions or environments tied to faith, education, or youth programs.

In addition to legal representation, our firm strives to connect survivors with appropriate therapeutic and victim-support resources, recognizing that healing involves more than navigating the legal system alone.

Cases like the one currently unfolding in Ventura County highlight the ongoing need for vigilance, accountability, and strong institutional safeguards to protect children across California communities. At Easton & Easton, attorney Saul Wolf remains dedicated to thoroughly investigating institutional failures and advocating for survivors whose voices deserve to be heard.

Authorities are encouraging anyone with relevant information to contact the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office at 805-654-2380.