Frequently Asked Questions about Slander and Libel in the Digital Age (Library Binding) (ISBN-13: 9781448883325)

Now that online communication has become a routine part of everyday life, it is important for teens to understand how constitutional principles apply in the digital age. According to the courts, the First Amendment right to free speech applies online. However, this guarantee is subject to the same limits as in person and in print: citizens can't defame, libel, or slander others. But due to the anonymity, speed, and enormous reach of the Internet, it is unfortunately easier than ever to destroy a person's reputation by posting false information online. The author explains what kinds of speech constitute defamation, including libel and slander, and how to handle the issue when it arises in teen life. Related issues, including cyberbullying and hate speech, are also addressed.

Author: Marie D. Jones
ISBN-10: 1448883326
ISBN-13: 9781448883325
Publisher: Rosen Young Adult
Language: English
Published: 12/30/2012
Pages: 64
Format: Library Binding
Weight: 0.57lbs
Size: 9.20h x 6.50w x 0.40d

Review Citation(s):
Booklist 09/01/2013 pg. 100