Evidence Code section 165

“Oath” includes affirmation or declaration under penalty of perjury.

Source: Section 165, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=EVID§ionNum=165. (accessed May 14, 2025).

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§ 165’s source at ca.gov

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Location: https://california.public.law/codes/evidence_code_section_165

Original Source: Section 165, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=EVID§ionNum=165. (last accessed May 12, 2025).