2006-09-05 00:04:26 · 7 answers · asked by Edna Sweetlove 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
they can trace anybody via the internet,it is all traceable
2006-09-05 00:07:00 · answer #1 · answered by dumplingmuffin 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good question!
If the website is registered in the UK. and that person is a resident of the UK also then he/she could be prosecuted for Libel.
However, with the fast pace of the internet the complaint would have to be documented and copies of the site made before any editing could be made.
This of course could constitute copyright infringment however, so be carefull.
The other problem is that you/your lawyer would have to prove that the Liebel was read by someone and that it has had an effect on you life.
Good luck with it all!!
Mikey B
2006-09-05 07:08:03 · answer #2 · answered by Mikey B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I will assume you are in the UK.
First of all Libel refers to the written word which technically makes it a permanent record. It must or could have the effect that the words will cause others to avoid you or have an altered opinion of you that is detrimental and may cause you a loss in some way. This includes pure economic loss.
It matters not about copywrite infringement because it is evidence. Take a print off of the piece of writing in question and present it to your solicitor. You will need to know who published the words i.e the author or there will be no case to answer.
You do not need to prove that the statement is false however the defendant could plead 'justification' or what has been said is true,
that it is fair comment,
Privelidge, that is either qualified or absolute,
Make an offer of amends under the Defamation Act 1996
Hope this clarifies a few things for you.
Good luck
2006-09-05 07:56:47 · answer #3 · answered by LYN W 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Do you mean "sued"? I was not aware that libel was a criminal offence. The action taken in respect of libel is a civil action usually for damages (financial compensation), an apology and an undertaking not to repeat the libel.
If everything can be demonstrated to have taken place in the UK, libelling someone online should be as actionable as doing so in a newspaper.
2006-09-05 10:16:27 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
type crime in your search engine there is a wealth of info that should put you in the right direction ,everything from police to lawyers specialising in libel
2006-09-05 07:19:57 · answer #5 · answered by joey tribianni 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they can be sued under the Defamation Act you might want to have a look at this statute and also research the tort of defmation
2006-09-05 07:10:50 · answer #6 · answered by Jacz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Impossible unless you plead guilty.
2006-09-05 07:40:59 · answer #7 · answered by joseph m 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋