defamation of character
Example Sentences
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We have laws about defamation of character, as Trump has discovered at great expense in the two lawsuits brought by Carroll, as well as about witness tampering.
From Salon • Apr. 14, 2024
“This willful defamation of character has injured both individuals and the organization,” Villanueva wrote in the letter, dated Wednesday.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2022
Kefas was charged with defamation of character, injurious falsehood, inciting disturbance, and cyberstalking.
From Slate • Dec. 28, 2021
Furthermore, the courts have recognized that government officials and other public figures might try to silence press criticism and avoid unfavorable news coverage by threatening a lawsuit for defamation of character.
From Textbooks • Jul. 28, 2021
If you cannot prove your statements you have laid yourself open to prosecution for defamation of character.
From The Fourth Watch by Cody, H. A. (Hiram Alfred)
