Anti-SLAPP by State
Illustration: John Darkow
Introduction
This guide provides state-by-state information on anti-SLAPP statutes and related protections for publishers. SLAPPs — strategic lawsuits against public participation — are often used to intimidate news organizations and drain their resources rather than to win in court. Because laws differ widely across the country, and many states have no specific anti-SLAPP protections, this resource offers an overview of existing statutes, relevant cases, and alternative legal tools that may apply.