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Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code

§ 73.005 — TRUTH A DEFENSE

CP § 73.005Title 4. LIABILITY IN TORT · Ch. 73. LIBEL · Art. A. GENERAL PROVISIONS

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(a)The truth of the statement in the publication on which an action for libel is based is a defense to the action.
(b)In an action brought against a newspaper or other periodical or broadcaster, the defense described by Subsection (a) applies to an accurate reporting of allegations made by a third party regarding a matter of public concern.
(c)This section does not abrogate or lessen any other remedy, right, cause of action, defense, immunity, or privilege available under the Constitution of the United States or this state or as provided by any statute, case, or common law or rule. Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 959, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1985. Amended by:

Legislative history

Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 191 (S.B. 627), Sec. 1, eff. May 28, 2015.

Source: Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 73.005 from the Texas Constitution and Statutes (Texas Legislature) (public record). DecisionDepot is for informational use only and is not legal advice — verify against the official source before relying on this text.