Almost 3 years ago I lied in court and won. I told a lot of lies about my ex wife. I won residential custody of our 2 children. They are getting older now and I know my ex wife will tell them the truth. I wish I didn't lie in the first place. If I go back to court and tell them I lied what will happen? Will I have to go to jail?
2007-09-21 23:42:33 · 2 answers · asked by John Joe 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Perjury is a criminal offense. Talk to a criminal defense attorney before you say anything to anyone.
Further, if you said anything harmful about your ex-wife it might be slander. You might be opening yourself up to a civil suit.
Confess your sins to a priest or minister. They have to keep in confidence what you tell them. They may also be able to help you clear your conscience.
2007-09-21 23:51:51 · answer #1 · answered by regerugged 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Perjury is a crime.
If you really want to get it behind you, set the record straight and accept ALL the consequences.
Good luck.
2007-09-22 00:00:36 · answer #2 · answered by American citizen and taxpayer 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋