Who thinks lying should be illegal?

Question

And I don't just mean as perjury, but malicious lies, for any malicious reasons.

Answer 1

Absolutely not. When we start controlling what people are allowed to say... it will be a dark day for America. Do you really want Big Brother screening you, saying "Oh no, that's not true. Off to jail with you!"?

*Down with Big Brother*

Answer 2

Ok then let's arrest McCain and Obama for numerous lies.

Answer 3

They are - it's called slander.

On a criminal basis, it's called criminal slander or bullying or harassment.

Answer 4

Eric H already answered your question, almost.  I just want to add that you must also prove what you are accusing another of doing to you or what they have done to your reputation.  You need proof before you can take them to court.

Answer 5

It isn't a crime in the United States atleast.  

Answer 6

Only a liberal who thinks that its better to create a law then to teach someone right from wrong.  

Answer 7

If you did that no one would be here.