Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California

Perjury

What are the penalties or recourse if a defendant gives falese

information in their answer to complaint and proof of service?

Where do I find law on this? The false information regards

addresses, dates, and representation.


Asked on 7/06/04, 6:03 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Christopher M. Brainard, Esq. C. M. Brainard & Associates - (310) 266-4115

Re: Perjury

Hire an attorney.

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Answered on 7/07/04, 4:55 pm
Edward Hoffman Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman

Re: Perjury

Statements made in court pleadings, motions, etc. are absolutely privileged and do not give the opposing party a cause of action.

If the defendant has committed perjury then he can be prosecuted for it, but you cannot sue him. Further, unless the statements were sworn, they cannot amount to perjury. Even if they were sworn, there are other elements that must be proven in order to make a case for perjury.

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Answered on 7/06/04, 7:08 pm
Alvin Tenner Law Office of Alvin G. Tenner

Re: Perjury

Sorry do not wish to go there.

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Answered on 7/06/04, 8:07 pm


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