If you’re a divorced father in Nevada, your ability to protect your relationship with your child may be at risk. A new bill in the state legislature—Senate Bill 432 (SB 432)—could reshape how custody battles and family law disputes play out behind closed doors.

At Divorced Fathers Ezine, we believe in educating and empowering dads. This article explains how SB 432 could affect your rights in the family court system—and what you can do to protect yourself.

What Is Senate Bill 432?

SB 432 is a proposed law that would give Nevada family court judges expanded authority to seal hearings and court records if a “compelling interest” exists. That might sound reasonable at first—who doesn’t want to protect children’s privacy?

But here’s the problem: many divorced fathers already face an uphill battle in court. Without transparency, biased decisions, judicial misconduct, and systemic inequality may never see the light of day.

Why It Matters to Divorced Dads

Family court is often the only place where fathers can fight for custody, fair visitation, or to clear their name after false accusations. SB 432 could make that fight even harder.

• Less Accountability: Closed courtrooms mean judges may not be held publicly accountable for unfair decisions.
• No Media Oversight: Journalists and watchdogs won’t be able to report on injustices if hearings are sealed.
• Gag Orders & Penalties: SB 432 introduces felony penalties for disclosing sealed case info—even for those advocating for their own families.

Imagine trying to share your experience or raise awareness—only to be threatened with jail time for speaking the truth.

The Bigger Picture: Fathers Are Already at a Disadvantage

Statistically, mothers are more likely to receive primary custody, while fathers are often seen as “weekend parents.” When courts operate behind closed doors, the playing field becomes even more uneven. Transparency ensures that fathers have a fair chance and can challenge unjust outcomes.

Without open records, fathers may lose custody, face false allegations, or be denied parenting time—with no way to appeal publicly or get support.

What You Can Do

✅ Stay informed. Follow updates about SB 432 through the Nevada Legislature’s website.

✅ Speak out. Call or email your state representatives and let them know fathers deserve a fair and open court process.

✅ Get support. Connect with Divorced Fathers Ezine, local legal advocacy groups, or a family law attorney who defends fathers’ rights.

“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” – Martin Luther King Jr.

Let’s not let our courts operate in the dark. Your voice matters. Your children matter. Your rights matter.