What is the penalty for an individual who lodges a complaint against the police that the (Federal) Police Complaints Authority later determines to be baseless or made with malicious intent?

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Imprisonment for 3 months or a fine up to 5,000Jail term of 5 months or a fine not exceeding 10,000Up to 6 months in prison or a fine reaching 15,000None of these choices

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If a complaint against the police is found to be frivolous or vexatious by the (Federal) Police Complaints Authority, the complainant may face imprisonment for up to 6 months or a fine up to 15,000 upon conviction.