Secret Custody Orders, ‘Rogue GALs’ Under Fire at Idaho Family Court Hearing
Idaho’s Child Custody and Domestic Relations Task Force heard explosive testimony on July 31 about family court failures that destroy families. Witnesses described secret custody orders, unaccountable “rogue GALs,” and a “cash-for-conflict” court system that enriches lawyers while bankrupting parents. Lawmakers, including Sen. Tammy Nichols and Rep. Heather Scott, vowed reform. Arizona Rep. Rachel Keshel demanded jury trials in custody cases and denounced judicial bias. Parents accused courts of weaponizing “parental alienation” and ignoring abuse. GAL Kacey Wall defended the system, while critics said she embodies the problem. Nichols pledged reform is coming: “If there’s a pattern, we’re going to act.”