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Paralegal Exam Prep

Category - Torts

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Which of the following is a defense to a defamation claim?

Consent
Privilege
Truth
A, B, and C
A and C

Explanation

Answer: D. Consent, privilege and truth are all defenses to a defamation claim. For truth to be a defense, the statement does not have to be completely true, but substantially true. Privilege is a defense to defamation in instances where statements are made in official proceedings such as judicial proceedings or legislative proceedings, or where a statement is made between spouses.

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