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SB 332

Prohibits the making of a bad-faith claim or assertion of copyright infringement. (BDR 52-699)

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Dina Neal

Nevada bill criminalizes false copyright infringement claims to prevent abuse of takedown notices and frivolous legal threats against creators.

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Bill Summary · SB 332

Legislative bill overview

SB 332 would make it illegal in Nevada to make false or bad-faith claims of copyright infringement. The bill targets frivolous copyright assertions that lack legitimate legal basis, establishing potential penalties for bad-faith claimants who misuse copyright law.

Why is this important

Copyright claims can have serious consequences—including content removal, account suspension, or legal liability—making false claims a significant problem for content creators, platforms, and legitimate users. This bill addresses the growing issue of bad-faith cease-and-desist letters and false DMCA takedown notices that can be weaponized to silence speech or harm competitors without legal merit.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition challenges: "Bad faith" can be subjective and difficult to prove legally; the bill would need clear standards to avoid becoming a liability shield for actual infringers claiming accusations are "bad faith"
  • Burden of proof: Determining who bears the burden of proving bad faith (accuser vs. accused) and at what stage of proceedings significantly affects the bill's practical utility
  • Chilling effect on legitimate claims: Copyright holders might hesitate to assert valid rights if they fear counter-claims of bad faith, potentially weakening legitimate copyright protections

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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