Revised Code of Washington - RCW Title 9A Washington Criminal Code - Section 9A.72.070 Perjury and false swearing -- Irregularities no defense

§ 9A.72.070. Perjury and false swearing -- Irregularities no defense

It is no defense to a prosecution for perjury or false swearing:

(1) That the oath was administered or taken in an irregular manner; or

(2) That the person administering the oath lacked authority to do so, if the taking of the oath was required or authorized by law.

[1975 1st ex.s. c 260 § 9A.72.070.]

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