Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in District of Columbia
Suing a government Agency for slander/defamation
Can you sue a government Agency (state or federal) for slander and/or defamation of charachter?
This in response to a recent report (MIAC) which labels all supporters of third party candidates, employees thereof, and more as terrorists and dangerous militia members.
Asked on 3/23/09, 5:38 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson
Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson
Re: Suing a government Agency for slander/defamation
An action for defamation normally requires that
a particular individual or individuals be identified
and named as targets of the alleged defamation which seems unlikely in the alleged government report which has been referenced.
Answered on 3/26/09, 9:38 pm
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