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· 12/24/1997

Deatherage v. Examining Bd. of Psychology

Citations

  • 948 P.2d 828

How courts have described this case

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  • recognizing that \the administration of justice requires witnesses in a legal proceeding be able to discuss their views without fear of a defamation lawsuit\
  • “The defense of absolute privilege [of witness immunity] generally applies to statements made in the course of judicial proceedings and acts as a bar to any civil liability.”
  • \The defense of absolute privilege [of witness immunity] generally applies to statements made in the course of judicial proceedings and acts as a bar to any civil liability.\

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Judges: Johnson

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