Can a public figure be deposed in a civil lawsuit if liable to a party?

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   Anne Brady

   Phoenix Litigation Lawyer

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   Answered August 02, 2012 15:39. Public figures are not immune to being deposed if they are a Party in a lawsuit. In Arizona, the testimony of parties or any expert witnesses may be taken by deposition. See Rule 30(a) of the Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure.

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   Connie Mableson

   Phoenix Copyright Infringement Attorney

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   Answered August 03, 2012 11:46. Ms. Brady has a good answer. Public figures can be sued and their depositions taken as a part of the lawsuit.

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   Barry Poulson

   Hillsdale Criminal Defense Attorney

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   Answered August 04, 2012 05:04. Public figures have no special immunity. They do often have expensive and aggressive attorneys.

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