lying under oath
Definition
Noun: - The criminal offense of making false statements while under oath: This term specifically refers to the act of intentionally telling a lie or providing misleading information after having sworn a formal oath to tell the truth, typically in a legal setting like a court or deposition. It is synonymous with the legal term "perjury."
Usage
This noun phrase is used to formally describe a serious legal violation. It is most commonly found in legal, judicial, and journalistic contexts. - The witness was charged with lying under oath after his testimony contradicted the video evidence. - The scandal involved allegations of lying under oath to a federal grand jury.
Advanced Usage
- Legal Distinction: While "lying under oath" is a common description, the precise legal charge is typically "perjury." The phrase helps clarify the nature of the crime for a general audience.
- Contextual Nuance: The phrase emphasizes the breach of a sworn promise, adding a layer of betrayal of a formal, legal commitment, beyond simply telling a falsehood.
Variants and Related Words
- Perjury (n): The formal legal term for the crime of lying under oath.
- He was convicted of perjury.
- False swearing (n): A related legal concept, sometimes distinguished from perjury based on the setting or the type of proceeding.
Synonyms
- Perjury
- False testimony
- Bearing false witness (often used in religious or moral contexts, but with the same core meaning)
Related Phrases
- To commit perjury: The verb phrase for the act of lying under oath.
- The prosecutor warned her not to commit perjury.
- To be under oath: The state of having sworn to tell the truth.
- Remember, you are under oath.
Noun
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criminal offense of making false statements under oath
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