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That is called perjury and can lead to fine and/or imprisonment. It might also lead to a guilty verdict, if the jury thinks that the defendant is a liar and is probably guilty of the crime.
Added: It would be up to the prosecutor to impeach the defendant and refute his version of affairs by the production of evidence and testimony to the contrary.
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What recourse do you have if you found out that your ex lied about her income under oath two years ago?
Under what circumstances and what is your intent?
Why was Clinton impeached?
Clinton had had an improper relationship with a White House intern. And he allegedly had lied about it under oath.
What charge got Bill Clinton impeached?
He was charged with nothing at all. The charges were ultimately dropped
Can a defendant in a civil lawsuit that is being tried as part of a federal bankruptcy proceeding be criminally charged with lying under oath?
Yes. Perjury occurs anytime you're under oath and lie.
Was Bill Clinton taxed on charges that he lied under oath and obstructed justice?
He did go to a congress trial but he won.
Can the district attorney put charges on me for a lie after your case is dismiss?
If you lied under oath, then yes. You could be charged with perjury.
What is an example of perjure in a sentence?
She committed perjury when she lied under oath during the trial.
Would an ex spouse be subject to penalties if it is proven they lied in family court?
All persons who give testimony in court are sworn under oath to tell the truth, even when an oath is not actually administered it is presumed by law that the person has agreed to such. All persons who deliberately lie or withold known information while under oath are subject to perjury charges.
What is the antonym for vowed?
vowed: verb: synonyms: promised, pledged, oath vowed: verb: antonyms: lied, fibbed, perjured
Did Bill Clinton commit perjury?
Bill Clinton did commit perjury. He was under oath when he said he had never had sexual relations with Monica Lewinsky. Later, he did admit to the affair. Although his affair is really of no concern to the American people, he still lied under oath. This was and still is an act of perjury.
What does President Bill clintons impeachment trial reflect about modern US Politics?
He was cheating on his wife with a white house lady. He lied under oath and no one liked him anymore.
How does a defendant's choice to represent himself bear on his right not to testify?
No bearing whatsoever. He can question and cross-examine witnesses without taking the stand and testifying under oath in his own trial.
