An absolute privilege is available as a defense to slander liability when:
A) the statement is made to only a few people.
B) libel exists.
C) a witness testifies in a court proceeding.
D) no intent to harm is present.

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An absolute privilege is a complete defense to slander liability, and it applies to certain statements made in the context of a court proceeding. When a witness testifies in a court proceeding, they are protected by absolute privilege, even if the statements are defamatory, false, or made with actual malice. Absolute privilege is available regardless of the speaker's intent or who the statement is made to. Therefore, options A, B, and D are incorrect.

An Absolute Privilege Is Available as a Defense to Slander