It is not a defence to an action for defamation that a person was merely repeating what another person said. It is also irrelevant that the person to whom the defamatory material was published did not believe it.
However, there are valid defences that may apply, depending on the circumstances of the case. The Defamation Act 2005 (SA) includes a range of defences including expanded common law defences and new statutory defences.
We embrace diversity and welcome all people, irrespective of culture, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity.
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Legal Services acknowledges Aboriginal people as the Traditional Owners and ongoing occupants of the lands and waters in South Australia and we respect their spiritual, cultural and heritage beliefs. We recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community and pay our deep respect to Elders past and present.
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