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Here are some common examples of what perjury might look like:

First of all, those convicted of perjury in Mississippi can never be called upon as a witness ever again. The exact penalties depend on the circumstances of the crime. If you committed perjury during a trial or indictment for a capital offense or a felony, you face a prison sentence of up to 10 years.…

In Mississippi, you are guilty of perjury if you lie under oath. You are also guilty of perjury if you make false declarations in any legal matter, in any court of law, or before any officer of the law. Essentially, you are guilty of this offense if you lie in any situation where an oath…

While many people are aware on a deep level that lying is wrong, some might not be aware that this is actually a crime in Mississippi. Perjury is a very serious offense in the Magnolia State, and those who commit this offense can face strict penalties. But how exactly is perjury defined in Mississippi? More…