Can a person who knowingly gives a false statement to a Federal Investigator,which is used in an indictment be sued for slander, libel or de...

Question

Can a person who knowingly gives a false statement to a Federal Investigator,

which is used in an indictment be sued for slander, libel or defamation ?

Answer

They can definitely be sue, although the tort of defamation might not be the right cause of action [would be sued for intentional tort, infliction of emotional distress, interference with economic advantage, etc]. There would also be criminal penalties involved.