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(1) A person commits false swearing if he knowingly makes a materially false statement, other than those prohibited by sections 18-8-502 and 18-8-503, which he does not believe to be true, under an oath required or authorized by law.
(2) False swearing is a petty offense.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Colorado Revised Statutes Title 18. Criminal Code § 18-8-504. False swearing - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/co/title-18-criminal-code/co-rev-st-sect-18-8-504/
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