legal oath
Courtroom sworn statement
A legal oath is a formal pledge to tell the truth or fulfill a duty, typically invoking God or a solemn affirmation as witness.
Oaths are required in courtrooms, at inaugurations, and when assuming certain offices.
The witness took a legal oath before testifying.
Breaking a legal oath—as in perjury—carries criminal penalties.
- swearVow or use profanity
- vowSolemn personal commitment
- pledgeBinding promise given
- testimonySworn statement as evidence
- tell the truthCommunicate facts honestly
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Pledge without intent
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Criminal courtroom dishonesty
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