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Posted a statement in public about a person cheated me is this illegal


18-Dec-2023 (In Criminal Law)

History: one Mr S committed to buy goods from me on WhatsApp. But didn't deposit token money as promised nor said no even after repeated reminders . We both are members of same fb page for buying/selling. Now when this person commented to buy from another lady, I warned her and issued this public statement on her post about him." Ms P,please beware of this man...he has wasted enough of my time and despite all his promises and commitments "cheated" me.I have all his WhatsApp messages. Just be extra careful when dealing with Mr S!" Does it tantamount to defamation or can have a legal implica

Answers (3)

Answer #1
551 votes
No it does not amount to defamation at all, if you have substantial proof in support of your allegations. Defamation is an act to lower the prestige of a person in public intentionally and without any substance in hand. The sole motive of the offence is to lower the prestige/reputation of that person without any fault of him. Thanks
Answer #2
654 votes
First of all, I need to know whether any written agreement was executed between both of you regarding sale-purchase of any item ? In case yes, then you can take action legally against the buyer but if there was no written agreement, then you can not drag him to court. Secondly, commenting on social sites about anyone, can hurt one's feelings.
Answer #3
754 votes
Sir,

I believe the same can fall under one of the exceptions of the defamation.

Exception 9

9) Bona fide imputation :-

Imputation made in good faith by person for protection of his or other’s interests.

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