Defamation Slander False Light

Summary

Defamation is a broad term for false statements harming reputation, including slander (spoken) and libel (written). False light involves misleading portrayals causing emotional distress. Defamatory statements on police body-worn camera videos could be libel if transcribed or widely shared in written form. Context and dissemination are key factors.

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Can false defamatory statements made on publicly accessible police body-worn camera video be considered libel?
Libel generally refers to written defamatory statements. However, if defamatory statements on police body-worn camera video are transcribed or widely disseminated in a written format, they could potentially be considered libel. The context and how the statements are shared matter. Are you dealing with a specific incident involving such statements?