For example Lying to a court after you have sworn to tell the truth is such a serious offence that is has its own name: perjury. Show source/s Plain English Campaign Give feedback This page is not useful This page is useful Thank you for your feedback. If you have another few minutes please take the time to tell us about our new Dictionary service. Thank you for your feedback. If you could tell us more, it would really help. Submit
Perverting the course of justice Doing something to interfere with the justice system (such as misleading the court or intimidating witnesses).