Rhode Island General Laws
R.I. Gen. Laws § 31-11-17 (2026)
False swearing
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Any person who makes any false affidavit, or knowingly swears or affirms falsely to any matter or thing required by the terms of this title to be sworn to or affirmed, is guilty of perjury, and upon conviction shall be punishable by fine or imprisonment as applicable to other perjuries.
Notes of Decisions
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case, 1968–1968 · leading case: King v. Williamson, 240 A.2d 408 (R.I. 1968).
King v. Williamson, 240 A.2d 408 (R.I. 1968). “Acting pursuant to the information thus received and in accordance with §31-11-17, as amended by P. L. 1962, chap.”
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