Declaratory Relief
A court judgment clarifying legal rights and obligations without ordering specific actions.
Definition
A civil remedy where a court issues a formal judgment that defines the legal rights and obligations of the parties involved, without necessarily requiring a party to take or refrain from a specific action. In HB 2394, it declares content as digital impersonation.
Related Terms
Injunctive Relief
A judicial order to stop an action, such as distributing deceptive media....
Right of Action
A legal right to sue another party to enforce a legal claim or seek a remedy....
Reasonable corrective action
Remedial steps to address a published digital impersonation....
Private Cause of Action
A legal right for an individual to sue another party for a violation of a statute....
Civil Action
Legal action by a candidate depicted in undisclosed fabricated media to seek damages, injunctive relief, and costs....