What is the punishment for perjury in a criminal case?

Yes, the penalty for any crime varies from state to state. In Texas, there are two levels of perjury under the Penal Code. The first is giving a general false statement under oath (for example, in a deposition) or in an unsworn statement (declaration). It is a Class A misdemeanor, punishable by a fine up to $4,000 and/or up to one year in jail.

Perjury in an official proceeding like a trial, however, carries a much harsher punishment. Lying about a material matter (something that could change the outcome of the proceeding) is called aggravated perjury. Aggravated perjury is a third-degree felony and is punishable by between two and 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000.