R.I. Const. art. I, § 20
- Constitution
- Constitution of Rhode Island
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
The liberty of the press being essential to the security of freedom in a state, any person may publish sentiments on any subject, being responsible for the abuse of that liberty; and in all trials for libel, both civil and criminal, the truth, unless published from malicious motives, shall be sufficient defense to the person charged.
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