Chapter 5 Testimony
Obligations of the Witness
Article 31:
The witness is obligated to tell the truth. If the witness fails to tell the truth entirely or partially or gives false testimony, he/she shall be legally prosecuted in accordance with provisions of law.
Chapter 5 Testimony
False Testimony:
Article 42:
If for reasons set forth in article 41, the witness’s excuse or reason for absence is proven to be not true, the court can require the witness to compensate the court for all expenses incurred.
1. The Court shall have jurisdiction over the following offences against its administration of justice when committed intentionally:
(a) Giving false testimony when under an obligation pursuant to article 69, paragraph 1, to tell the truth;