public figure

A person who has achieved fame or notoriety or who has voluntarily become involved in a public controversy.

• A public figure (or public official) suing for defamation must prove that the defendant acted with actual malice. New York Times Co. v. Sullivan, 376 U.S. 254, 84 S.Ct. 710 (1964).

— Also termed public character. [Cases: Libel and Slander 48(1). C.J.S. Libel and Slander; Injurious Falsehood §§ 91–92, 96, 98, 102–104.]

---

词条贡献者

法律翻译Jessie，在一家亚洲一流律师事务所的北京办公室担任全职法律翻译，擅长翻译有关港口、铁路、公路与海运的法律文件。