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West Virginia Code Chapter 61. Crimes and Their Punishment § 61-5-2. False swearing defined

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

To wilfully swear falsely, under oath or affirmation lawfully administered, in a trial of the witness or any other person for a felony, concerning a matter or thing not material, and on any occasion other than a trial for a felony, concerning any matter or thing material or not material, or to procure another person to do so, is false swearing and is a misdemeanor.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - West Virginia Code Chapter 61. Crimes and Their Punishment § 61-5-2. False swearing defined - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/wv/chapter-61-crimes-and-their-punishment/wv-code-sect-61-5-2/

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