In an action for a libel or slander, it is sufficient to state, generally, that the defamatory matter was published or spoken of the plaintiff. If the allegation is denied, the plaintiff must prove the facts, showing that the defamatory matter was published or spoken of him. In such action it is not necessary to set out any obscene word, but it is sufficient to state its import.
Ohio Rev. Code Ann. § 2739.01
Libel and slander
Applied in 5 court decisions — leading case 373 F. Supp. 292 - F & J Enterprises, Inc. v. Columbia Broadcasting Systems, Inc. (1974)
Most recently applied in 209 F. Supp. 2d 731 - Conway v. INTERNATIONAL ASS'N OF INSUL. & ASBES. (February 2002)
Effective: October 1, 1953; Latest Legislation: House Bill 1 - 100th General Assembly
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Official source: Ohio Laws & Administrative Rules (Legislative Service Commission). Reproduced from public-domain Ohio statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.