76-8-505. False or inconsistent statements — Proof of falsity of statements — Irregularities no defense.
- (1) On any prosecution for a violation of Subsection 76-8-502(1) or 76-8-503(1)(a), falsity of a statement may not be established solely through contradiction by the testimony of a single witness.
- (2) In prosecutions for violation of Subsection 76-8-502(2) or 76-8-503(1)(b), it need not be alleged or proved which of the statements are false but only that one or the other is false and not believed by the defendant to be true.
- (3) It is not a defense to a charge under this part that the oath or affirmation was administered or taken in an irregular manner.
Amended by Chapter 324, 1997 General Session