[Rockingham]

With some limitations, a defamation suit can be brought for a knowing or reckless false accusation of a crime. No claims for defamation can be made on behalf of someone who is dead, and truth is a defense.

Some persons, such as most criminals, are effectively unable to prove damages for defamation because their reputations are already bad, and statements as to public figures enjoy a qualified privilege. Statements made as opinion or supported by facts are also strongly defensible.

Sanctions may be imposed by a court or bar association against an attorney for a knowing or reckless false accusation of a crime, but rarely and in more limited circumstances. Proof of the knowing or reckless nature of an accusation is often hard to establish.

[tacticalogic]

With some limitations, a defamation suit can be brought for a knowing or reckless false accusation of a crime.

So, as long as you don't get sued there aren't any consequences?