Understanding Perjury Laws

Summary

Perjury under 18 U.S. Code Section 1621 involves making false statements under oath before a competent authority. Penalties include fines or imprisonment for up to five years. State perjury laws, such as those in New York, can differ, with penalties ranging from fines to up to 7 years imprisonment, depending on the degree of perjury. Federal perjury might be considered more severe due to the nature of federal cases, but state penalties can sometimes be harsher.

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What is perjury, under * US Code Section *?
Perjury, under * US Code Section *, involves:
- Taking an oath before a competent tribunal, officer, or person.
- Willfully stating or subscribing any material matter which the person does not believe to be true.
Penalties can include fines or imprisonment for up to five years, or both.
What is * US Code Section *?
* U.S. Code Section * pertains to perjury. It involves:
- Taking an oath before a competent tribunal, officer, or person.
- Willfully stating or subscribing any material matter which the person does not believe to be true.
Penalties include fines or imprisonment for up to five years, or both.
How is that different from state perjury?
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State perjury laws in New York, for example, can differ from federal perjury laws. Here are some key points about New York state perjury:
- Perjury is defined under New York Penal Law Sections *.* to *.*.
- It involves making a false statement under oath in a written or oral form.
- Degrees of perjury vary, with penalties ranging from fines to up to 7 years of imprisonment.
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Is state perjury worse than federal perjury?
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State perjury and federal perjury are both serious offenses, but their severity can differ based on the circumstances and jurisdiction. Generally, federal perjury might be considered more severe due to the nature of federal cases. However, in New York, state perjury can lead to imprisonment for up to 7 years, which can be more severe than federal penalties in some cases.
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What is the federal penalties for perjury?
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Federal penalties for perjury under * U.S. Code Section * can include:
- Fines.
- Imprisonment for up to five years.
- Both fines and imprisonment.
What are the penalties for perjury in New York?
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The penalties for perjury in New York include:
- Third-degree perjury: Class A misdemeanor, up to 1 year in jail.
- Second-degree perjury: Class E felony, up to 4 years in prison.
- First-degree perjury: Class D felony, up to 7 years in prison.
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What is perjury, under * US Code Section *?
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Perjury, under * US Code Section *, involves:
- Taking an oath before a competent tribunal, officer, or person.
- Willfully stating or subscribing any material matter which the person does not believe to be true.
- Penalties can include fines or imprisonment for up to five years, or both.
Is there a specific situation you are concerned about?