Defamation Ordinance

21.
Words imputing unchastity to woman or girl per se actionable
Words spoken and published which impute unchastity or adultery to any woman or girl
            shall not require special damage to render them
actionable:
Provided that, in any action for words
            spoken and made actionable by this Ordinance, a plaintiff shall not recover more costs
            than damages, unless the judge at the trial certifies that there was reasonable ground
            for bringing the action.
(
9 of 1901 s. 10
incorporated. Amended
29 of 1901 s. 14
;
50 of 1911 s. 4
)
[cf. 1891 c. 51 s. 1 U.K.]