Under Illinois law, Perjury is a Class 3 Felony. The penalty is imprisonment for not less that two years and not more than five years.

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If she is found guilty of perjury, she faces jail.

If that perjury was the reason you were convicted, your conviction should be overturned.

In addition, you may have civil claims against the person. While you can't sue for perjury or for perjured testimony, as that is covered by the criminal code, you may be able to sue her for defamation, if the statements were made out of court and to other parties.

Your lawyer should speak with the prosecutor about the matter. If the prosecutor believes there is merit, then she would be prosecuted. If convicted, she would face prison.

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