Legislative Immunity - 19 of 25
Incorrect answer:
Incorrect answer:
NO, because the legislator accused the bill sponsor of bribery, a crime that is a felony, legislative immunity does not apply is INCORRECT.
NO, because the legislator accused the bill sponsor of bribery, a crime that is a felony, legislative immunity does not apply is INCORRECT.
The relevant question is whether the legislator made the statement while acting within the "sphere of legitimate legislative activity." The content of the allegedly defamatory statement and the nature of any possible criminal charges are irrelevant in determining whether the legislator who made the statement is entitled to legislative immunity.
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