If a statement is made with either knowledge of falsity or a reckless disregard of the truth, then it is said to be made with which of the following?

A) Actual malice
B) Slander
C) Rude intent
D) Malicious intent

Actual Malice

A legal standard used to prove that a false statement was made with knowledge of its falsity or with reckless disregard for the truth, particularly in defamation cases.

Reckless Disregard

A conscious indifference to the rights or safety of others that represents a significant deviation from reasonable conduct.

Knowledge of Falsity

Pertains to the awareness that a particular statement or claim is false.