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Perjury

usgb/ˈpɜːrdʒəri/Volume
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Perjury disrupts the justice system, as it relies on truthful testimonies to make fair judgements. SlideCommitting perjury can lead to a miscarriage of justice.
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Perjury is a serious criminal offense and not just a simple lie; it can result in legal penalties. SlideHe didn't realize the severity of perjury until the judge sentenced him.
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Perjury specifically refers to lies told after taking an oath to speak truthfully in legal settings. SlideDespite the oath, the suspect's statement was discovered to be perjury.