An absolute privilege exists for statements made "[i]n the proper discharge of an official duty" under California Civil Code section 47(a). An absolute privilege is defined as a "privilege that immunizes an actor from suit, no matter how wrongful the action may be, and even though it is done with an improper motive." Black's Law Dictionary, 7th Ed., p. … [Read more...] about Defamation Defense: Discharge Of Official Duty