A perjury trap occurs when investigators deliberately elicit false testimony to charge someone with lying under oath. This tactic is often used against targets with weak underlying cases, benefiting prosecutors seeking leverage or convictions. It raises ethical concerns, as it prioritizes procedural violations over discovering the truth.
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