Legislative Immunity - 21 of 25
Incorrect answer:
Incorrect answer:
YES, because the allegedly defamatory statements were made in the context of a discussion about public policy options that could reasonably expect to lead to legislation being proposed, they fall within the "sphere of legitimate legislative activity" is INCORRECT.
YES, because the allegedly defamatory statements were made in the context of a discussion about public policy options that could reasonably expect to lead to legislation being proposed, they fall within the "sphere of legitimate legislative activity" is INCORRECT.
The mere fact that the statements were made in the context of a discussion of public policy options that could lead to legislative proposals is insufficient in and of itself to automatically place the statements within the "sphere of legitimate legislative activity." In some situations, however, statements made outside of formal legislative proceedings may fall within the "sphere."
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