Truth is an important defense in a defamation suit because:
A) in some states truth is a complete defense regardless of the purpose or intent in publishing the statement
B) in some states truth is a complete defense if the intent in publishing the statement was not to harm
C) if the statement was true, the damage award amount is limited
D) if the statement was true, the defendant will not have to pay any damage awards
E) none of the other choices

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In some states, truth is a complete defense to a defamation claim, regardless of the defendant's purpose or intent in publishing the statement. This means that if the statement is true, the defendant would not be liable for defamation, even if they intended to harm the plaintiff.

Truth Is an Important Defense in a Defamation Suit Because