Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in District of Columbia

Suing a government Agency for slander/defamation

Can you sue a government Agency (state or federal) for slander and/or defamation of charachter?

This in response to a recent report (MIAC) which labels all supporters of third party candidates, employees thereof, and more as terrorists and dangerous militia members.


Asked on 3/23/09, 5:38 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: Suing a government Agency for slander/defamation

An action for defamation normally requires that

a particular individual or individuals be identified

and named as targets of the alleged defamation which seems unlikely in the alleged government report which has been referenced.

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Answered on 3/26/09, 9:38 pm


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