NYT vs Sullivan Decided (1964)

March 9, 2013
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Summary

Protects free press. This decision established the actual malice standard before press reports could be considered to be defamation and libel.

Protects free press. This decision established the actual malice standard before press reports could be considered to be defamation and libel. More background on the case is available here.