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2017 Ohio Revised Code
Title [27] XXVII COURTS - GENERAL PROVISIONS - SPECIAL REMEDIES
Chapter 2739 - SLANDER; LIBEL
Section 2739.02 - Defenses in actions for libel or slander.
Universal Citation: Ohio Rev Code § 2739.02 (2017)
In an action for a libel or a slander, the defendant may allege and prove the truth of the matter charged as defamatory. Proof of the truth thereof shall be a complete defense. In all such actions any mitigating circumstances may be proved to reduce damages.
Effective Date: 10-01-1953 .
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