At Legal Sandbox Georgia, we understand that crimes against the justice system are often the result of panic, confusion, or aggressive police pressure, rather than criminal malice. Facing charges like Perjury (Article 370) can be terrifying, but these cases are highly defendable. The law requires that the false testimony be material to the case and given intentionally. Our defense often hinges on proving that the inaccuracy was a result of faulty memory, confusion, or a misunderstanding of the question, rather than a deliberate lie. Furthermore, if you were not properly warned of your rights or the penalties for perjury before testifying, the testimony may be inadmissible.
Evidence Tampering (Article 371) and Obstruction of Justice (Article 373) charges often arise during chaotic investigations. The state must prove you knew an investigation was pending and intentionally acted to derail it. We defend clients accused of deleting files or destroying items by proving they had no knowledge of their evidentiary value. We distinguish between active obstruction and the legitimate exercise of your Right to Silence. Refusing to cooperate is not a crime; it is your right.
For Contempt of Court (Article 368), which involves insulting a judge or court participant, we balance the dignity of the court against Freedom of Speech. We argue that emotional outbursts during stressful trials do not constitute criminal contempt. We aim to de-escalate these charges, often resolving them through apologies or fines rather than jail time. We ensure that the justice system does not weaponize its own rules against you.
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