A man has been charged with making false accusations against a notary.
Nazzareno Grech, 50, from Zabbar pleaded not guilty to making unfounded allegations against Dr Charles Vella Zarb.
Mr Grech allegedly accused Dr Vella Zarb of a crime he knew he had not committed.
Magistrate Abigail Lofaro presided over the court.
Inspector Helga Debono prosecuted while Dr Jose Herrera appeared for the accused.