Making a False Statement in an Affidavit
Making a False Statement in an Affidavit is an offence under Section 33 of the Oaths Act 1900 which carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison.
To establish the offence, the prosecution must prove beyond reasonable doubt that:
- You swore or affirmed an affidavit
- You made a false statement within that affidavit, and
- You knew the statement was false
You must be found not guilty if the prosecution is unable to prove any of those ‘elements.
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