False Affidavit Legal Consequences

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Filing a false affidavit in Ohio can result in contempt of court, perjury charges, and financial penalties. If you are representing yourself, consider contacting law school clinics for free or low-cost legal assistance.

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I would like to know what action can be taken against my ex husband and his attorney for lying on an affidavit of income and expenses in Ohio? I have the proof that they lied intentionally.
Hello Lorilee, in Ohio, if someone intentionally lies on an affidavit, they could face:
- Contempt of court
- Perjury charges
- Possible financial penalties
You should consult with an attorney who can guide you on how to present your evidence to the court.
I am representing myself as this court battle has drained me financially and cannot afford to hire an attorney.
I understand your situation, Lorilee. You may want to consider submitting your evidence to the court yourself, or seeking help from a legal aid organization. Do you need assistance finding a suitable organization in Ohio?
I tried them and they wouldn’t help with this situation.
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, Lorilee. If legal aid organizations can't help, you might consider contacting law schools in Ohio. They often have legal clinics that provide free or low-cost help. Would you like assistance in finding these law school clinics?
Ok.
Sure, Lorilee. Here are a few law school clinics in Ohio that can help:
*. Ohio State University Law Clinic: (*) *-*
*. University of Cincinnati Law Clinic: (*) *-*
*. Cleveland State University Law Clinic: (*) *-*
Please contact them to discuss your situation.
Thanks
You're welcome, Lorilee! I'm glad I could assist you. If you have any other legal questions in the future, don't hesitate to ask. Good luck with your case!