Crimes against Courts Flashcards
1
Q
Perjury
A
A person lies under oath
2
Q
Obstruction of justice
A
When a person does something to hinder the court’s judicial process (suppressing evidence or shielding someone from arrest)
3
Q
Contempt of Court
A
When a person ignores a court order or shows a lack of proper respect for the integrity of the court
4
Q
Bribery
A
Giving money or property to a public official in return for a favor