Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California
Can a person who knowingly gives a false statement to a Federal Investigator,
which is used in an indictment be sued for slander, libel or defamation ?
Asked on 2/15/12, 10:16 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
George Shers
Law Offices of Georges H. Shers
They can definitely be sue, although the tort of defamation might not be the right cause of action [would be sued for intentional tort, infliction of emotional distress, interference with economic advantage, etc]. There would also be criminal penalties involved.
Answered on 2/15/12, 10:54 am
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