Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

Re: falsely accused of a crime

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If your statement is correct, perjury would be the immediate answer. Further, the making of a false statement in a legal proceeding. Various other crimes might have been committed based on the actual fact pattern.

You must understand that any claims she makes will be closely scrutinized based on the belief that it will be in retaliation for the charges which have been brought against your daughter. If she gives any false information she could be charged again.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

Re: falsely accused of a crime

The possible charges would be perjury or false statement in an official proceeding.

Scott H. Cupp

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