Demand Letter For Defamation Template for Germany

1. Sender and Recipient Details: Full legal names and addresses of both parties, including the date of the letter

2. Subject Line: Clear indication that this is a formal demand letter regarding defamation (Abmahnung wegen Verleumdung/übler Nachrede)

3. Statement of Facts: Detailed description of the defamatory statements, including when, where, and how they were made, with specific quotes or references

4. Legal Basis: Citation of relevant German laws being violated, including specific sections of the StGB and BGB

5. Evidence of Damage: Description of actual or potential damage to reputation, business, or personal life

6. Specific Demands: Clear listing of demands including retraction, removal of content, public apology, or cease and desist

7. Deadline: Specific deadline for compliance with the demands (typically 1-2 weeks)

8. Legal Consequences: Statement of legal actions that will be taken if demands are not met

9. Declaration of Accuracy: Statement confirming the truthfulness of all stated facts

1. Evidence Documentation: Copies of defamatory statements, screenshots, printed materials, or transcripts of verbal statements

2. Witness Statements: Written statements from witnesses who can verify the defamatory statements or their impact

3. Damage Documentation: Evidence of actual damages (financial records, cancelled contracts, etc.)

4. Prior Communication Records: Copies of any previous correspondence regarding the matter

5. Power of Attorney: If the letter is sent by a legal representative, authorization documentation