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SLANDER OF WOMEN ACT 1891 - SECT 1



1. Words spoken and published... which impute unchastity or adultery to any
woman or girl shall not require special damage to render them actionable.

Provided always, that in any action for words spoken and made actionable by
this Act, a plaintiff shall not recover more costs than damages, unless the
judge shall certify that there was reasonable ground for bringing the action.


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