SQE2 Solicitors Qualifying Exam

An advocate discovers during trial that their client has given perjured evidence. What must the advocate do?

Continue as if nothing has happened to protect the client Advise the client that they cannot continue to act if the client insists on maintaining the false evidence, and inform the court if necessary Immediately announce to the court that the client has lied Ask the court for a recess to fabricate alternative evidence

Correct Answer:

Advise the client that they cannot continue to act if the client insists on maintaining the false evidence, and inform the court if necessary

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