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Fulton Same—Proof of falsity of statements ordinance (§ 78-6)

Chapter 78: Offenses and Miscellaneous Provisions · Article I. In General

No person shall be convicted of a violation of section 78-5 based upon the making of a false statement, except upon proof of the falsity of the statement by:

(1) The direct evidence of two witnesses;

(2) The direct evidence of one witness, together with strongly corroborating circumstances;

(3) Demonstrative evidence which conclusively proves the falsity of the statement;

(4) A directly contradictory statement by the defendant under oath together with:

a. The direct evidence of one witness; or

b. Strongly corroborating circumstances; or

(5) A judicial admission by the defendant that he made the statement knowing it was false. An admission, which is not a judicial admission, by the defendant that he made the statement knowing it was false may constitute strongly corroborating circumstances.

Official source: City of Fulton official Code of Ordinances (online): look up Sec. 78-6

Last checked October 30, 2026. The city's official copy controls; this page is a reading copy, not legal advice.