Libel Question: Falsity and Burden of Proof?

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If a person sues a paper for libel based on falsity, is the burden on the plaintiff to prove falsity or on the defendant to prove truth?

2007-10-15 14:32:52 · 1 answers · asked by ShaunAverett 2 in News & Events ➔ Media & Journalism

The burden is on the plaintiff to demonstrate that the defendant showed a reckless disregard for the truth. Truth is the ultimate defense.

2007-10-15 14:41:01 · answer #1 · answered by desertviking_00 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋