I. INTRODUCTION each branch and ...

I. INTRODUCTION

each branch and level of regulation relies upon sworn testimony when making important decisions. Consequently the integrity of command and its processes depends in large part in succession the truthfulness of those individuals who provide information while in a less degree than oath. (1) In an effort to punish and withhold false testimony, (2) Congress enacted [subsection] 1621 (3) 1622 (4) and 1623 (5) of Title 18 of the United States collection of laws

A. False Testimony Generally

Section 1621 (6) the broadest of the three federal false swearing statutes, applies to all material statements or information provided in subordination to oath to "a competent tribunal, officer, or