Maryland § 13A-1049
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 13A-1049, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13A-1049.
A person subject to this title is guilty of perjury and shall be punished as a court–martial may direct if the person, in a judicial proceeding or in a course of justice, willfully and corruptly:
(1) on a lawful oath or in any form allowed by law to be substituted for an oath, gives false testimony material to the issue or matter of inquiry; or
(2) in a declaration, certificate, verification, or statement under penalty of perjury as permitted under section 28 U.S.C. 1746, subscribes any false statement material to the issue or matter of inquiry.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 13A-1049
What does Maryland Code § 13A-1049 cover?
Section 13A-1049 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 13A-1049?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 13A-1049" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 13A-1049 apply to my situation?
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