I have to go to court today charged with Battery( Assault by beating )
When asked my name and address can i lie about my name ? as i dont want my name posted in the local news paper ? any advice please thx
2006-12-27 20:24:20 · 28 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
thats silly.they already know your real name.
2006-12-27 20:26:03 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 0⤋
No, you can't lie. That's an automatic perjury charge and the judge would be royally pissed and decide to throw the book at you--once he finds you guilty. Once you start lying in court and the judge finds out, s/hewill pretty much automatically decide that NOTHING you say about the case or your defense or your innocence is the truth. And, therefore, next to nothing you say can be trusted.
Besides, they'll probably figure it out, if only bc:
--You may have already given the officer who arrested you your real name and address.
--The victim may very well know your identity and would rat you out.
--As well, your attorney would not agree to such a ruse--s/he'd be required to rat you out or lose his license and/or be disciplined for not revealing the truth about your identity, etc.
Besides, if you did lie, don't be surprised if your attorney petitions the court to be released as your attorney/from your case bc of your lie(s). This will force you to scrounge around for another attorney, which is the very LAST thing you need in your already bad position.
The only thing to do, especially if you are guilty, is suck it up and take it like an adult--AND, learn from your mistake at being in the wrong place at the wrong time with the wrong intentions and the wrong behavior.
Good luck.
2006-12-27 20:32:28 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, you are not allowed to lie about your name. In fact, if you do and it comes to light (as it will) that will be a good reason for refusing you bail on the grounds that there is "insufficient information" about you. If you lie about that, the court will reason, then you might well be lying about other things. You might even find yourself facing a charge of contempt of court.
Many, many people appear in court on any particular day and unless there is a reason for you to stand out from the crowd, it is highly unlikely that the press will be interested. They don't send reporters to cover the courts: they simply turn up at some point to fish for interesting stories. Lying about your name would be one way of drawing attention to yourself. Don't even think of it!
2006-12-27 22:46:36 · answer #3 · answered by Doethineb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lying will only get you into deeper trouble, so tell the truth and secondly, the press has a duty to tell the public what is going on in court that day.
You did the crime now you have to face the consequences. However, take it on the chin like a man and serve whatever sentence you are given with grace and fortitude. Above all else, learn from your mistake and don't do it again. Rise above it all and be a better person for it. Good Luck.
2006-12-27 20:28:43 · answer #4 · answered by The Alchemist 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, you cannot lie about your name. You will be under oath and if you lie you will be held in contempt of court. If you are in contempt just look behind the judges throne and see who's standard is on the wall. Yes, Her Majesty the Queen. You are in effect on trial before the Queen and her Judges and the people. Have a care.
2006-12-28 02:12:44 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You're kidding, right?
Of course you can't lie about your name in a court of law.
It must have been a pretty spectacular beating if you think your local paper will pick it up. In my local paper they usually they say something like "A man was charged with..."
Face the music dude. And hold onto your temper next time.
2006-12-27 20:27:46 · answer #6 · answered by heart o' gold 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well, you absolutely can not lie about your name. You have to swear that everything you say is the truth, while holding your hand on the Holy Bible. I know you don't want your name posted in the newspapers, but, sadly, you'll have to accept it. I think you can try to tell a person who judges you because of your crime, "Just because of what I did back then doesn't define who I am now. I put the past behind me."
2006-12-27 20:34:50 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. If you did so, you would be charged with perjury and contempt of court immediately and get yourself into even more trouble. If the District Attorney wants to be a real jerk, he could also charge you with obstruction justice.
2006-12-27 21:40:56 · answer #8 · answered by Ryan 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, you cannot lie about anything (or you are not supposed to) in court. Newspapers already have your real name and if you decide to lie...be prepared to be slapped with a perjury charge..which will add to your newspaper article. (as well as to an extended stay in jail) Good Luck!
2006-12-27 20:32:16 · answer #9 · answered by lydlykarug 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't suggest this if you don't want to go to jail. Unfortunately, your name will probably appear in the paper......If you're innocent, this is truly unfortunate, if you're guilty, it's probably for the best to let others know to watch out!?!? I'm sorry, I feel bad for you that you're anxious and upset yourself. I will pray for a good court hearing, one that is fair to you and the others involved. That's the best I can do to help. But, please, don't add to your problems, tell the truth and face the consequences of your actions. (again, if you're guilty, sorry if you're not)
Good Luck and God Bless
2006-12-27 20:35:43 · answer #10 · answered by nugirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can lie, but you can be penalized for lying in court. Tell the truth and don't add to your problems. Plus, they probably already know the info.
2006-12-27 20:34:13 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋