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Amnesty Law and Section 112 Cases: Political Storm and Potential Impact on Thailand’s Future

In addition to “Ice Rakchanok”, there is also MP Kaoklai who used to be an activist. And at least 2 more people were prosecuted under Section 112, consisting of: “Toto-Piyarat Jongthep” Former leader of the Vivo group Currently a Bangkok MP, the prosecutor recently ordered charges to be filed with the Kalasin Court in the Section 112 case in mid-2023.

By “Toto” submitted 200,000 baht in securities requesting temporary release. Along with wearing an electronic ankle bracelet (EM), the court ordered a ban on derogatory activities. and prohibited from traveling outside the Kingdom

Next is “Lukkade-Chonthicha, inform quickly” former activist Political activist, currently an MP for Pathum Thani, Kaew Klai Party, has a Section 112 case currently being considered in the Criminal Court. From the middle of 2023 onwards, he was temporarily released.

For the Progressive Party, besides the Section 112 case, there is also a “big case” that risks leading to the “dissolution of the party”, that is, a case alleging that “Pitha Limjaroenrat” When he was the leader of the progressive party and “The Party Moves Ahead” Join together to campaign for a policy to amend the Criminal Code, Section 112, which is considered to be Overthrow the government or not?

In this case, the Constitutional Court has scheduled a further hearing on Wednesday, December 20, before hearing witnesses on Monday, December 25, 2023.
Another case related to the Kao Klai Party is the case of accusations that “Pitha Limjaroenrat” holding shares in the media company ITV Public Company Limited violates the constitution or not.

Status of this case: The Constitutional Court has prepared a witness hearing on December 20, 2023…after the inquiry is complete, it is expected that the court will make a decision. Available within January 2024.

The storm of the Section 112 case that has hit. “Go further” Therefore, it does not change that the party will take turns pushing for a change. “amnesty” political rally case That includes the Section 112 case as well.

Although the draft amnesty law It will be submitted to wait for inclusion in the agenda for consideration of the House of Representatives. But there is an opportunity for the Progressive Party to push it through the House of Representatives alone without the presence of a major party in the coalition government. The chance that the law will pass is very difficult because there are not enough votes from the opposition parties.

while “Pheu Thai Party” Despite supporting amnesty But it is not clear whether they will agree to include the Section 112 case or not, and attempts have been made to draft it. Amnesty Act To connect with the Progressive Party

First step of the Pheu Thai Party Will show the power of consensus among the 11 parties in the government, 314 votes, jointly submit a motion to the House. Appoint a special committee to study the details of the amnesty.

There are parties that have already agreed, such as Palang Pracharath, Chart Thai Pattana, Bhumjaithai, who are ready to support the amnesty through setting up a committee to set up a discussion circle. But an important condition was set: not to be involved in the Section 112 case.

Oppose amnesty, Section 112

as Anutin Chanvirakul Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Leader of the Bhumjaithai Party We have come out to reiterate that we will not touch Section 112. The standpoint of the Bhumjaithai Party is that we have no problem with Section 112 that currently exists. If there is an amnesty for those accused of political demonstration cases that are not Section 112, it would be reasonable.

as well as Ruam Thai Sang Chat Party Mr. Phongphon Yodmuangcharoen, or deputy spokesman of the party, came out to announce the latest party resolution that The party has a clear standpoint: Do not support amnesty But the party agrees that people with pure intentions in exercising their political rights from 2005 – 2022 will not be held liable, excluding three groups: those guilty of Section 112, those committing crimes related to corruption and misconduct and groups that commit crimes against other people’s lives causing death

Currently, the Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party, headed by Mr. Peeraphan Saleerathaviphak, party leader, has drafted the said law. which is called the Act on Creating a Peaceful Society to present along with All details were carried out under the party’s main stance. is to create unity and harmony

“The attitude of the Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party On the issue of amnesty, we insist that there must be no amnesty for offenders under Section 112, which is a sensitive issue, and those convicted of corruption and misconduct. and those who commit crimes that cause the death of others But we want immunity from punishment for people who carry out political activities with pure intentions. To create freedom of expression and create a peaceful society,” Mr. Phongphon said.

efforts of “Forward Party” in amnesty That will include the Section 112 case as well. Will it reach the dreamland or not? Let’s wait and see…

2023-12-15 01:30:00
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