Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code 73.005 – Truth a Defense
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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.
Terms Used In Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code 73.005
- Common law: The legal system that originated in England and is now in use in the United States. It is based on judicial decisions rather than legislative action.
- Rule: includes regulation. See Texas Government Code 311.005
- Statute: A law passed by a legislature.
(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.