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Ex-Livermore LDS Bishop in Court on Child Sex Abuse Charges

22 May 2026 17:05

Michael Morris, a former LDS bishop in Livermore, appeared in court after posting bail on 18 child sex abuse charges. - Morris, 76, faces 18 counts of child sexual abuse involving violence or threats against four victims.

- The alleged abuse occurred between 1991 and 2000 when Morris was a bishop and youth leader. - Prosecutors seek additional bail conditions, including passport surrender and no unsupervised contact with minors.

- Morris is due back in court on June 10 for a formal plea. The case highlights the serious nature of the allegations and the ongoing legal proceedings.

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