Understanding New York Perjury

Summary

Perjury in New York is categorized into three degrees: first degree involves false statements material to proceedings, second degree involves non-material false statements, and third degree involves false statements under oath in written documents. Making a false statement under oath in a written instrument is considered third-degree perjury.

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What is the New York definition of perjury?
Hey Dale! In New York, perjury is defined as follows:
- Perjury in the first degree: When a person swears falsely and the false statement is material to the proceeding.
- Perjury in the second degree: When a person swears falsely and the false statement is not material to the proceeding.
- Perjury in the third degree: When a person makes a false statement under oath in a written instrument.
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What is making a false statement under oath in a written instrument?
In New York, making a false statement under oath in a written instrument is considered perjury in the third degree. This occurs when someone knowingly makes a false statement, which they do not believe to be true, under oath in a written document.
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