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  • former deputy public defender

    As a former Deputy Public Defender in Riverside County, Mr. Donath has always been on the defense side of the law. 

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    Top 100 Trial Attorneys in California 2012-2014, 2008 Trial Attorney of the Year by the Riverside County Public Defender's Office, and dozens of other awards and accolades.

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    Your lawyer should have a passion for defense, not just a passion for money. Reputation, vigor, and determination go a long way in this business.

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What Happens If A Witness Lies In Riverside?

Posted in General FAQ'S on May 1, 2014

Witnesses can technically be charged with Perjury for intentionally providing false testimony while under oath.

Unfortunately for criminal defendants in California, the prosecutor almost never pursues such charges against their own witnesses, even in the event that it becomes obvious such perjury has occurred.

The realities of witnesses are this: Sometimes people intentionally lie, and sometimes people are just mistaken about what they believe they saw/heard/did.

A skilled defense attorney will be able to highlight both of those problematic areas to a prosecutor, judge, or jury to use those inconsistencies to your advantage.

Ultimately, the credibility of a witness is viewed in the overall context of your case, and matters only as much as the case depends upon that witness’s credibility.

If you have questions regarding domestic violence, contact Attorney Graham Donath at 951-667-5293. Let him answer your questions.