S.C. Code § 16-9-30

Current through 2024 Act No. 120.

Section 16-9-30 - False swearing before persons authorized to administer oaths

It is unlawful for a person to wilfully and knowingly swear falsely in taking any oath required by law that is administered by a person directed or permitted by law to administer such oath.

A person who violates the provisions of this section is guilty of a felony and, upon conviction, must be fined in the discretion of the court or imprisoned not more than five years, or both.

S.C. Code § 16-9-30

1993 Act No. 184, Section 166; 1833 (2) 485; R. S. 220; G. S. 2534; Cr. C. '02 Section 256; Cr. C. '12 Section 343; Cr. C. '22 Section 335; 1932 Code Section 1400; 1942 Code Section 1400; 1952 Code Section 16-203; 1962 Code Section 16-203.