False Statement
/ˈfɔːls ˈsteɪtmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A declaration that is untrue and made with knowledge of its falsity or reckless disregard for the truth, often punishable under law when made under oath or in official matters.
The witness was charged for making a false statement during the trial.
- (n.) An assertion in a legal document or communication that is misleading or incorrect, which can lead to civil liability or penalties.
Filing a false statement on tax returns may result in fines or prosecution.
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Commentary
The term 'false statement' is often distinguished by context—criminal law typically addresses knowingly false sworn statements, while civil law focuses on misrepresentations in documents; clarity in specifying the legal context is important when drafting definitions or legal text.
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