Texas § CP.73.005 - TRUTH A DEFENSE
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§ CP.73.005. TRUTH A DEFENSE
TRUTH A DEFENSE. (a) The truth of the statement in the publication on which an action for libel is based is a defense to the action. (b) In an action brought against a newspaper or other periodical or broadcaster, the defense described by Subsection (a) applies to an accurate reporting of allegations made by a third party regarding a matter of public concern. (c) This section does not abrogate or lessen any other remedy, right, cause of action, defense, immunity, or privilege available under the Constitution of the United States or this state or as provided by any statute, case, or common law or rule. Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 959, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1985. Amended by: Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 191 (S.B. 627 ), Sec. 1, eff. May 28, 2015.
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Section CP.73.005 ("TRUTH A DEFENSE") is part of the The Texas Constitution, the codified statutory law of Texas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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