According to the news, a constable was arrested after it was discovered he made a false statement to investigators about a criminal case. Apparently, the constable gave a sworn statement to investigators about a man who was charged after impersonating law enforcement. The constable allegedly swore the man didn't work extra law enforcement jobs for the constable. But, later it was found that the charged man did work an extra job for the constable. In Denver, Adams County, and across Colorado, the constable would be charged with Perjury.

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Arapahoe County Perjury Attorney: What is Perjury?

In Arapahoe County, Perjury occurs whenever someone is accused of lying during an official proceeding (court proceeding) or making a false statement to a government official. In Arapahoe County and Glendale, Colorado, there are two degrees of Perjury – Second Degree Perjury is charged as a misdemeanor, while First Degree Perjury is charged as a felony.

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Perjury in the Second Degree Denver Lawyer: Lying to Police Can Lead to Perjury Charges

Perjury in the Second Degree, C.R.S. 18-8-503, is charged in Denver and Douglas County when, other than in an official proceeding, with intent to mislead a public servant in the performance of his duty, he makes a materially false statement, which he does not believe to be true, under an oath required or authorized by law. Since the constable was accused of making a false sworn statement to investigators that he likely knew to be false, he would be charged with Perjury in the Second Degree. Perjury in the 2nd Degree is a class 1 misdemeanor, punishable by up to 18 months in the Douglas County Jail.

Jefferson County Perjury Attorney: Hire a Skilled Lawyer to Defend You

While Second Degree Perjury is charged as a class 1 misdemeanor in Jefferson County and across Colorado, 1st Degree Perjury is charged as a class 4 felony, which could lead to DOC prison time if convicted. A conviction of Perjury can be harmful to your future. It can lead to a damaged reputation and it can make it difficult to keep or find a job. You need an experienced Perjury attorney if you've been charged or accused of Perjury anywhere in Colorado. Too much is at stake. Contact our Denver Perjury criminal lawyers to defend you today.

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If you or a loved one has been charged or accused of Perjury in Denver, Littleton or Aurora, Colorado, be smart, exercise your right to remain silent, and contact the best Perjury defense attorneys at the O'Malley Law Office at 303-830-0880. Together, we can protect your future.Request a Free Consultation

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