Which of the following is not among the criteria for the successful application of the "wire service defense"?
A)The information was from a reputable news gathering agency
B)The republisher did not know the story was false
C)There was nothing to reasonably alert the defendant of possible falsity
D)The information was republished without any change

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All of the other criteria (A, B, and C) are essential for the successful application of the "wire service defense." However, the fourth criterion, stated as D, is not necessary for the defense. The information may be republished with slight changes as long as it does not alter the meaning or substance of the original article.

Which of the Following Is Not Among the Criteria for the Successful