Perjury charges in New Jersey

Individuals already facing criminal charges can make their situation much worse if they lie while under oath. Perjury in New Jersey is a serious crime and it often results in serious penalties.

New Jersey Code 2C:28-1 states: "A person is guilty of perjury, a crime of the third degree, if in any official proceeding he makes a false statement under oath or equivalent affirmation, or swears or affirms the truth of a statement previously made, when the statement is material and he does not believe it to be true."

Someone can commit an act of perjury while serving as a witness, when defending themselves in court, or even when making a written statement. Individuals may think that they are helping out their own case or their friend's case when in fact they are opening themselves up to serious criminal charges.

One important part of a perjury trial is determining that the defendant knowingly had the intention (mens rea) to commit the crime, which in this case, is lying under oath. Additionally, it must be proven that the defendant actually carried out the act (actus reus). Often, we see that individuals face perjury charges when they said something they did not intend to say or because they misunderstood a question.

The perjury defense lawyers in New Jersey at the Ibrahim Law Group have a successful track record of defending our clients who have been charged with perjury in New Jersey. If you or a loved one is facing perjury charges or any other criminal charges, do not hesitate to call our law offices at 201-781-7800 to learn more about how our attorneys can help you. Call us today for a comprehensive and confidential consultation.

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