2007-10-20 04:07:05 · 2 answers · asked by Angela R 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Most affidavits are filed under penalty of perjury -- so any perjury laws would apply.
Also, a false affidavit in support of a motion is usually grounds for denying a motion -- or ruling against a party in the lawsuit.
The court can also impose sanctions -- penalties.
2007-10-20 10:48:32 · answer #1 · answered by coragryph 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Making an affidavit is the equivalent of testimony in a court of law. You could be subject to perjury, which could mean jail time or a fine. If you are submitting the affidavit to a financial institution, you may be in further violation of the law for purposefully making false statements to a financial institution. I have attached an article explaining more about affidavits.
2007-10-22 22:39:32 · answer #2 · answered by FootballFan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋