Alice posted a poster of Baron's name and photograph in a list of the FBI's top ten criminals. Baron has never been convicted of any crime and is horrified by the thought of being considered a criminal. This:
A) could be either libel or defamation.
B) could be either extortion or battery.
C) could be either nuisance or libel.
D) could be either defamation or false light.

Question

Alice posted a poster of Baron's name and photograph in a list of the FBI's top ten criminals. Baron has never been convicted of any crime and is horrified by the thought of being considered a criminal. This:
A) could be either libel or defamation.
B) could be either   extortion or battery.
C) could be either   nuisance or libel.
D) could be either defamation or false light.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This situation could be considered defamation, as it involves making a false statement that harms Baron's reputation. It could also be considered false light, as it portrays Baron in a misleading way that would be offensive to a reasonable person.

Alice Posted a Poster of Baron's Name and Photograph in a List