A
A class D felony
B
A class E felony
C
A class A misdemeanor
D
A mere violation
Official source: Notary Public License Law (March 2026)
Reference: Penal Law §210.05
Source checked September 7, 2026
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Correct Answer
C. A class A misdemeanor
Detailed Explanation
Third-degree perjury is the lowest of the three perjury degrees listed here. Penal Law §210.05 says a person is guilty when he swears falsely, and the offense is a class A misdemeanor. For contrast, second-degree perjury is a class E felony and first-degree perjury is a class D felony.
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