The media's "qualified" privilege to report false, defamatory statements at official proceedings requires that media reports be accurate.

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The media's qualified privilege grants them limited protection to report on official proceedings even if the statements reported are false or defamatory. However, this privilege is not absolute and media reports must still be accurate to avoid liability for defamation.

The Media's "Qualified" Privilege to Report False, Defamatory Statements at Official