Title 16 — Particular Actions, Proceedings and Matters. [Enacted title]

For the purposes of this chapter, the term: (1) “Act in furtherance of the right of advocacy on issues of public interest” means: (A) Any written or oral statement made: (i) In connection with an issue under consideration or review by a legislative, executive, or judicial body, o…

(a) A party may file a special motion to dismiss any claim arising from an act in furtherance of the right of advocacy on issues of public interest within 45 days after service of the claim. (b) If a party filing a special motion to dismiss under this section makes a prima facie …

(a) A person whose personal identifying information is sought, pursuant to a discovery order, request, or subpoena, in connection with a claim arising from an act in furtherance of the right of advocacy on issues of public interest may make a special motion to quash the discovery…

(a) The court may award a moving party who prevails, in whole or in part, on a motion brought under § 16-5502 or § 16-5503 the costs of litigation, including reasonable attorney fees. (b) The court may award reasonable attorney fees and costs to the responding party only if the c…

This chapter shall not apply to any claim for relief brought against a person primarily engaged in the business of selling or leasing goods or services, if the statement or conduct from which the claim arises is: (1) A representation of fact made for the purpose of promoting, sec…