New York Criminal Defense
Lebedin Kofman LLP defends clients accused of perjury in the second degree in New York, including cases involving testimony, filed documents, evidence, witnesses, court dates, warrants, bail status, and related pending criminal matters.
Defense for perjury in the second degree
The New York Courts Penal Law jury-instruction table lists Article 210 Perjury and Related Offenses as a separate offense group. These charges deserve focused defense work because they can affect both the new allegation and any underlying criminal case.
These cases may involve court records, sworn statements, filings, witness communications, missed court dates, evidence-handling allegations, recordings, messages, police reports, and alleged admissions.
What Prosecutors May Focus On
- Intent, knowledge, materiality, notice, identity, or lawful excuse.
- Whether testimony, documents, witness contact, evidence, or court-date records support the exact charge.
- Statements, messages, filings, court records, witness accounts, and surrounding case history.
Defense Issues to Review Early
- Whether the prosecution can prove every required element beyond a reasonable doubt.
- Whether the record is accurate, complete, and being interpreted correctly.
- Whether statements, searches, subpoenas, witness contact, or evidence collection can be challenged.
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Contact a New York Defense Attorney
If you are accused of perjury in the second degree, speak with counsel before trying to explain the facts to police, prosecutors, witnesses, employers, or the court.
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Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different and must be evaluated on its own facts, evidence, procedural posture, and applicable law.