What should Tamisha McCullough do after receiving this summons?

Contact an attorney or the Clerk of Court at 1555 W. Main St., Rock Hill to request an appointed lawyer if you cannot afford one.

Where can I see the guardian ad litem's report?

The GAL report is available for review 24 hours before the hearing at the GAL Program county office.

Who filed this family court action and where was it filed?

The South Carolina Department of Social Services filed the action in York County Clerk of Court on April 21, 2026.

Court Notice — 1555 W. Main St., Rock Hill, SC (26-DR-46-728)

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Child custody/neglect

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The South Carolina Department of Social Services has filed a family court action concerning a child born 2025 in York County. Named defendants, including Tamisha McCullough, are summoned and notified of rights, counsel availability, and the guardian ad litem report before the hearing.

Key Takeaways

DSS filed a family court action in York County on April 21, 2026.
Named defendant Tamisha McCullough has the right to an attorney.
GAL will prepare a written report available 24 hours before the hearing.
Contact Clerk of Court at 1555 W. Main St. to request appointed counsel.

Published: May 15, 2026 · 4 days ago
Category: Court Notice
City: Rock Hill

Address

1555 W. Main St., Rock Hill, SC · 2 filings

Case #

26-DR-46-728

Research context

2 filings at this address 2 court notice notices in Rock Hill (last 12 months)

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If you don't respond

If you do nothing, the case will proceed without your participation and the court may make orders regarding the child's custody and welfare; there is no specific answer deadline listed in the notice.

What to do next

1
Request counsel if needed
Contact the Clerk of Court at 1555 W. Main St., Rock Hill, SC to apply for a court‑appointed attorney immediately.
2
Review GAL report
Plan to review the guardian ad litem's written report at the GAL Program county office at least 24 hours before the hearing.
3
Obtain case copy
Request a copy of the complaint from York County Clerk of Superior Court (1555 W. Main St.) if you want details of the allegations.

Frequently asked questions

What should Tamisha McCullough do after receiving this summons?: Contact an attorney or the Clerk of Court at 1555 W. Main St., Rock Hill to request an appointed lawyer if you cannot afford one.
Where can I see the guardian ad litem's report?: The GAL report is available for review 24 hours before the hearing at the GAL Program county office.
Who filed this family court action and where was it filed?: The South Carolina Department of Social Services filed the action in York County Clerk of Court on April 21, 2026.

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Legal terms in this notice

guardian ad litem (GAL): A court-appointed person who investigates and recommends what is in a child's best interests.

Full Notice Text

STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA
COUNTY OF YORK

IN THE FAMILY COURT
16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT
26-DR-46-728

South Carolina Department
of Social Services,
Plaintiff,
vs.
Tamisha McCullough
Ben Massey
Wanda Thornton
Defendants.
IN THE INTERESTS OF:
CHILD BORN 2025
Minors Under the Age of 18.

SUMMONS AND NOTICES

YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and served with the complaint in this action, the original of which has been filed in the Office of the Clerk of Court for York County Clerk of Superior Court, 1555 W. Main St., Rock Hill SC 29732, on April 21, 2026, a copy of which will be delivered to you upon request. You are not required to answer the complaint, but if you do, you should serve a copy of your answer upon plaintiff through its attorney, York County DSS Legal Department 933 Heckle Blvd, Rock Hill SC 29732.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that, as a named Defendant, Tamisha McCullough, in this action, you have the right to be present and represented by an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, the court will appoint an attorney to represent you. It is your responsibility to contact the Clerk of Court's Office, 1555 W. Main St., Rock Hill SC 29732, to apply for appointment of an attorney to represent you if you cannot afford an attorney.

YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED that: (1) the guardian ad litem (GAL) who is appointed by the court in this action to represent the best interests of the child will provide the family court with a written report that includes an evaluation and assessment of the issues brought before the court along with recommendations; (2) the GAL's written report will be available for review twenty-four (24) hours in advance of the hearing; (3) you may review the report at the GAL Program county office.

Jessica Jefferson
Jessica Jefferson
Attorney for Plaintiff
S.C. Department of Social Services
933 Heckle Blvd, Rock Hill SC 29732

May 5, 2026
Rock Hill, SC
IPL0337960
May 8,15,22 2026