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Evidence for Defamation / Online Harassment
- Screenshots of defamatory contentCriticalFull screenshots of the defamatory posts, comments, messages, or articles with URLs and timestamps visible
- URL and platform detailsCriticalSave the exact URLs of the defamatory content and note the social media platform, website, or publication
- Identity proof of the defamerProfile screenshots, account details, or any information identifying the person who posted the defamatory content
- Proof of damage to reputationEvidence showing how the defamation affected you — lost business, social ostracism, mental distress, etc.
- Witness statementsStatements from people who saw the defamatory content and can confirm its impact on your reputation
Be careful
- Time limit for criminal defamation: file within 3 years.
- Save all evidence before the content gets deleted — screenshots with timestamps.
- Both civil and criminal remedies are available for defamation.