Prosectuion

"A "serious crime" that , if found false, could have resulted in my own prosecution by Police Scotland, Interpol and the court involved;  
 
..   "Under the False Oaths (Scotland) Act 1933, making a false statement under oath in judicial proceedings, including providing false evidence in court, is a criminal offence. This act seeks to ensure the veracity of information presented in court and upholds the sanctity of the legal process. Those found guilty of perjury may face imprisonment for up to five years.
 
Wasting Police Time
The Criminal Law (Consolidation) (Scotland) Act 1995 criminalizes knowingly making false reports that lead to a wasteful employment of the police. This offence aims to prevent the diversion of police resources due to baseless claims. Individuals found guilty of wasting police time may face either a fine or imprisonment for a period of up to three months.
 
Perverting the Course of Justice
Perverting the course of justice, a common law offence, encompasses acts that interfere with the administration of justice, including making false accusations. The severity of the punishment, including imprisonment, depends on the circumstances of the case. This offence underscores the gravity of actions that obstruct the proper functioning of the justice system.
 
Depending on the circumstances people who have made false accusations could be prosecuted for either wasting police time or perverting the course of justice. Perverting the course of justice has a maximum sentence of life imprisonment".
 
Bit of a gamble if I was bull shiting?