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Misconduct & Prohibited Acts

Perjury in the first degree under Penal Law §210.15 is committed when false sworn matter consists of:

A

Testimony that is material to the action, proceeding, or matter

B

Any subscribed written instrument whether material or not

C

A certificate of acknowledgment signed by a county clerk

D

An unsworn statement later repeated to a notary

Correct Answer

A. Testimony that is material to the action, proceeding, or matter

AI Explanation

First-degree perjury is the testimony-based felony. Penal Law §210.15 requires false sworn testimony that is material to the action, proceeding, or matter, and classifies the offense as a class D felony. Not to be confused with §210.10, which focuses on certain subscribed written instruments rather than testimony.

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