Legal Question in Constitutional Law in Louisiana

Libel Suit Questions [again]

The person who was written about was in no way implied in anything illegal nor anything such as [she has AIDS]...simply it was her personal life written in black and white. It is all true [what was written] and can be proven [thru witnesses and written documentaion]...The person who is trying to sue,is angry their personal business was said out loud. Do they have a REAL case?


Asked on 11/02/08, 7:33 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Andrew Casanave Andrew M. Casanave

Re: Libel Suit Questions [again]

I am supposing this is a follow-up to a question I answered. Truth is an absolute defense to a defamation suit.

I would caution that there is a "Criminal Defamation" statute in Louisiana. The statute is clearly unconstitutional. Unfortunately, sometimes elected District Attorneys are better politicians than Constitutional scholars.

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Answered on 11/03/08, 7:40 am


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