MBE® Flashcard

WHAT LEVEL OF FAULT MUST THE PLAINTIFF PROVE IF THE PLAINTIFF IS A PUBLIC FIGURE?

 

 

 

If the defamatory statement is related to the plaintiff’s capacity as a public official, the plaintiff must prove clear and convincing evidence of actual malice.

Actual malice is established if the defendant knew information was false or recklessly disregarded truth or falsity.

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