In all actions of slander or libel, the truth of the words spoken or written or the circumstances under which they were spoken or written may be given in evidence under a general denial in mitigation of the damages.
Alabama Legal Code
Section 6-5-183 - Libel or Slander - Mitigation of Damages - Evidence of Truth or Circumstances
Source: https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/code-of-alabama?section=6-5-183· Version 2026