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| − | Please read the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slander_and_libel The Wikipedia article on slander and libel] for more information on libel law.
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| − | === Libel law in quick summary ===
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| − | "In law, '''defamation''' is the communication of a statement that makes a false claim, expressly stated or implied to be factual, that may harm the reputation of an individual, business, product, group, government or nation."[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slander_and_libel]
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| − | Basically, watch what you say about private individuals or specific groups of people. Publishing allegations based on rumor is never a good idea.
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| − | '''This includes suggestions concerning any person's sexual history'''.
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| − | Keep in mind the above definition of defamation. If what you are going to publish might fit that definition, or if you are not sure, read more about libel law or talk to someone who might know.
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| − | ''[[The Knox Student]]'' staff should be able to either help you or point you in the right direction if you want help.
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