South Carolina Department of Education Suspends Teaching License of Richland One Educator Facing Multiple Sexual Misconduct Charges

Eric Marshall Favor Jr. has his teaching license suspended by the SC Department of Education after being charged with multiple sexual crimes involving minors.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 16, 2026, 12:11 PM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from The State

Emergency Administrative Action Taken Against Richland Educator

The South Carolina Department of Education has formally moved to revoke the professional standing of a high school teacher following a series of disturbing criminal allegations. Eric Marshall Favor Jr., who had been employed as an educator for over six years, saw his teaching license suspended after the state Board of Education determined he posed a potential threat to student welfare. The administrative order emphasizes that emergency action was necessary due to the severe nature of the misconduct allegations, effectively barring the 29 year old from any classroom instruction pending a formal hearing.

Severe Felony Allegations Stem from Marion County Investigation

The legal troubles for the Lower Richland High School teacher began to surface in February following an extensive investigation by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities have charged Favor with one count of second degree criminal sexual conduct with a minor and one count of third degree criminal sexual conduct with a minor. Furthermore, the educator faces charges of criminal conspiracy and the promotion of prostitution involving a minor. The investigation reportedly centers on incidents involving two underage victims that were identified during a probe initiated in 2024.

Professional Standards and the Determination of Unfitness

In their official order of summary suspension, state officials characterized Favor,s alleged actions as a clear example of unprofessional conduct and a significant violation of legal standards. The Board of Education noted that the arrest illustrates an "evident unfitness" for the responsibilities associated with a teaching position. This administrative process operates independently of the criminal court system, focusing specifically on the ethical and safety mandates required to maintain an educator certificate in the state of South Carolina.