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To slander is to say something that is not true. Slander is often used in a political campaign.

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Is calling someone a liar considered slander?

No, calling someone a liar is not considered slander. Slander involves making false and damaging statements about someone that harm their reputation. Accusing someone of lying may be hurtful, but it does not necessarily meet the legal definition of slander.


Is it slander if you are telling the truth?

Slander is the act of making false and damaging statements about someone. If you are telling the truth, it is not considered slander.


Is it illegal to slander someone?

Yes, it is illegal to slander someone. Slander is a form of defamation that involves making false spoken statements that harm a person's reputation. It can result in a civil lawsuit for damages.


Is it possible for slander to be true?

Yes, it is possible for slander to be true. Slander is a false spoken statement that harms someone's reputation, but if the statement is actually true, it would not be considered slander.


What is a word for to tell a lie about someone?

Slander


What is the diffirence between slander and libel in a defamation?

slander is when you SAY something false about someone and libel is when you write it


Can you charge someone with slander in a court of law?

Yes, you can file a lawsuit for slander in a court of law if someone has made false and damaging statements about you to others.


Can you sue for slander if the statement made about you is true?

No, you cannot sue for slander if the statement made about you is true. Slander involves making false and damaging statements about someone.


What is the term for spoken lies about a person?

Slander is spoken untruth about someone; libel is untruth in print.


Can you sue someone for spoiling your reputation?

Yes, you can sue someone for spoiling your reputation. This is called slander. A person can file slander charges on their own or hire an attorney.


What charges can be filed when someone calls you names?

slander


Saying a false statement about someone is called what?

SLANDER