TCA 39-16-703
Aggravated perjury
FELONY DClass D Felony
Sentence enhancement may apply
What does this charge mean?
It is illegal to commit perjury (lie under oath) when the false statement is material (could have affected the outcome) and is made during an official proceeding. Aggravated perjury is a Class D felony punishable by 2-12 years in prison and a $5,000 fine. It is not a defense that you mistakenly thought your lie wasn't important to the case.
Penalty Details
ClassificationClass D Felony
Maximum Jail2-12 years
Maximum Fine$5,000
Penalty SummaryClass D felony; 2-12 years; fine up to $5,000
(a) A person commits an offense who, with intent to deceive: (1) Commits perjury as defined in § 39-16-702; (2) The false statement is made during or in connection with an official proceeding; and (3) The false statement is material. (b) It is no defense that the person mistakenly believed the statement to be immaterial. (c) Aggravated perjury is a Class D felony.
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FELONY D
TCA Section39-16-703
Max Jail2-12 years
Max Fine$5,000
Recent Bookings3+
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