Tag: False Statement

Beware of what you tell to the Judge The Court has the power to award costs for false statement against a party who deliberately misleads the Court  A vengeful spouse in Family Law Matters may seek revenge against a former partner by making a false statement and misleading allegations against his/her former partner, allegations that have no substance or truth.  Be careful what you say. Section 157 of the Domestic and Violence Protection Act (DFVPA) confers discretion to award costs...