united-states minor libel
Are parents responsible for libel committed by their children?
<p>If a minor commits libel, are their parents or guardian liable for the tort?</p>

<p>No. I am not aware of any jurisdiction in the United States where a parent is liable for defamation torts committed by their child (assuming, of course, that the child is not simply republishing defamation which was first uttered by the parent).</p>

<p>The general rule is that a parent is not liable for a child's tort, subject to exceptions (e.g. the family car rule, negligent supervision of a child, etc.). No exception applies to defamation by a minor.</p>
