What, if any, defenses are available to a person who has been accused of defamation?
A) Truth and privilege.
B) Privilege but not truth.
C) Truth but not privilege.
D) Purposeful and negligence.
E) There are no defenses to defamation.

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Truth and privilege are both defenses to defamation. Truth is an absolute defense, meaning if what was said or published is true, it cannot be defamatory. Privilege provides immunity in certain circumstances, such as statements made in a court of law or legislative body.

What, If Any, Defenses Are Available to a Person Who