Ohio Code § 2739.02

Defenses in Actions for Libel or Slander.
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Effective: October 1, 1953
Latest Legislation: House Bill 1 - 100th General Assembly
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.

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