Washington Code 9A.72.030 – Perjury in the second degree
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(1) A person is guilty of perjury in the second degree if, in an examination under oath under the terms of a contract of insurance, or with intent to mislead a public servant in the performance of his or her duty, he or she makes a materially false statement, which he or she knows to be false under an oath required or authorized by law.
Attorney's Note
Under the Washington Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| class C felony | up to 5 years | up to $10,000 |
Terms Used In Washington Code 9A.72.030
- Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
- Materially false statement: means any false statement oral or written, regardless of its admissibility under the rules of evidence, which could have affected the course or outcome of the proceeding;
Washington Code 9A.72.010Oath: A promise to tell the truth. Oath: includes an affirmation and every other mode authorized by law of attesting to the truth of that which is stated; in this chapter, written statements shall be treated as if made under oath if:
Washington Code 9A.72.010person: may be construed to include the United States, this state, or any state or territory, or any public or private corporation or limited liability company, as well as an individual. See Washington Code 1.16.080
(2) Perjury in the second degree is a class C felony.
NOTES:
Purpose—Effective date—2001 c 171: See notes following RCW 9A.72.010.
Effective date—1995 c 285: See RCW 48.30A.900.