The fact that perjury might seem like a "good idea" to a criminal, or the only chance to stay out prison, doesn't mean it should be permitted.
The purpose of the justice system should not be to give guilty people the best chance to stay out of prison.
Yes, if you're guilty, lying may be your best defense. That doesn't mean the justice system should encourage it! If you're guilty, the justice systems want you to go to jail. All the protections exist to protect innocent people.
The purpose of the justice system should not be to give guilty people the best chance to stay out of prison.
Yes, if you're guilty, lying may be your best defense. That doesn't mean the justice system should encourage it! If you're guilty, the justice systems want you to go to jail. All the protections exist to protect innocent people.