chgregory

Thoth,

I am uncertain of the rules in SC, but if you disclose your background, and are honest, it is up to the lodge to proceed. "Secretary@WaldenLodge274AFM.org" is a lodge in your area. This is Earl Hudgens the Secretary of the lodge and he could at least steer you.

As Brother Dale says, your past will make it harder, but depending on the situation and your choice not to live your life in the manner that got you into trouble, you could well be fine. Every man can make some mistakes, and he will, if you approached my lodge we would take you on the case you presented. I have a young man I sponsored who had been convicted of threatening his ex-wife and fined. We listened to his side of the story and it sounded like he said something he should not have said, but did not mean it to be a crime and he had learned to control himself and would make a great mason. We approved his membership and I was his mentor, so I was exposed to him often for almost 6 months. He is a good man and a help to our efforts. You may well be the same. First and formost always be honest and forthright with your brothers and your lodge.

Best of luck,

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Cliff Gregory