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Protesters raise banners demanding the repeal of Article 112 in front of the United Nations office in Thailand on Dec. 10.
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The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights urges the Thai government to stop the use of Article 112 of the Criminal Code. And other serious criminal charges against peaceful protesters. And called for amendments to Section 112 to be in line with international rules as well
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Ms. Ravina Shamdasani, spokesman for the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights A statement released on Friday after police charged a 16-year-old lèse-majesté protest in Thailand and taken to the Central Juvenile and Family Court yesterday. Before getting bail
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“We are deeply concerned by the Thai authorities’ charge of at least 35 protesters, including 16-year-old student protesters, in recent weeks with Article 112, the lese majeste provision in the Code. Thailand’s criminal law, ”Ms Chamdasani said in the statement.
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Ravina Shamdasani, spokesman for the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights
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The statement said “Crimes of defaming, insulting or displaying malice against members of the Royal Family With a prison sentence of between 3-15 years, we were deeply shocked when the police brought a 16-year-old protester to the Youth Court and asked the court for detention. The court rejected the detention order and provided conditional insurance.
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A spokesman for the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights added: Several United Nations human rights agencies, including the UN Human Rights Committee, which examine the application of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) has repeatedly demanded that Thailand enforce this section of the law in accordance with the international commitments Thailand has made. It is very disappointing that after two years of absence of this case, several cases have been seen in a short time. And very shocking At present there are charges against minors as well.
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Parents encouraged his 16-year-old son before accepting the remarks at the Yannawa Police Station.
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It also expressed concern that Another serious criminal charge is coming to the protesters who have joined the peaceful protests in recent months. Including sedition charges and charges under the Computer Crimes Act.
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“We call on the Thai government to end such serious criminal charges against those exercising their rights of free speech and peaceful assembly. People should be able to exercise their rights without fear of retaliation. The United Nations Human Rights Committee found that The detention of individuals solely for the exercise of free speech or other human rights is indiscriminate in custody or arrest, ”the statement said.
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End of statement United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights It also called on the Thai government to amend the lese majeste law in accordance with Section (Article 19) of the ICCPR on Freedom of Opinion.
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Section (Article) 19 The ICCPR states that …
1. Everyone has the right to have opinions without interference.
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2. Everyone has the right to freedom of expression. This right includes freedom to seek Receive and disseminate information, news and ideas of all types. Regardless of border, whether verbally, in writing or published. In the form of art Or by relying on other media of choice
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3. The exercise of the rights provided for in paragraph 2 of this Article shall be accompanied by special duties and responsibilities. The exercise of such rights may be subject to limitations in certain ways. However, such restrictions must be provided by law and are necessary for
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(A) Respect for the rights or reputation of others
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(B) Maintaining national security Or peace Or public health Or the morality of the people
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Protests in front of the United Nations office in Thailand on December 10
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The youngest person charged with 112
The 16-year-old young man is accused of defamation, insult or malice against the King, Queen, the Heir apparent under Section 112, he was summoned with Ms. Chatupon Sae-un, 23, a member of the summoning group. Myself said “Buriram Liberation”, who wears Thai clothes, participates in a fashion walk in the “People’s Arts” event at Silom Road on 29 October.
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An interrogation officer of the Metropolitan Police Station Yannawa filed a petition to the Central Juvenile and Family Court to control him, but the court granted him bail on Monday.
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The youth, aged 16, said after being guaranteed from the court that Applying this law to large numbers or with children makes it less sacred and is seen as a means of attacking dissident people.
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He said he “didn’t feel scared” but was angry and asked if Why was the expression followed by threats and prosecution? 112, before recounting the atmosphere in the room the policeman informed the allegations that The response from officials was throttled in the Oct. 29 incident, causing pressure. But he can handle it.
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In addition to this youth Five other youths under the age of 18 have also been prosecuted in recent political rallies.
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Father’s chest
Dr. Mana Treerayapiwat Parents of a 16-year-old young man and a well-known communications scholar He posted a message on Facebook on Dec. 18 in the topic “Inside the hearts of 16 children who encountered the 112 case case,” he said. “As a father Not in academic status Or the status of social roles or affiliated organizations “
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He stated that he may disagree with some of the things his children do, but respect their decisions.
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“I don’t know if it’s wrong or right. But I teach my children freedom of thought. Let him know how to ask questions And seek answers for themselves While teaching them to be responsible for the consequences of their actions, whether positive or negative
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“The case must be in accordance with the justice process. How wrong is it? Let’s talk again. But if asked about my personal feelings when I see my child at this age being subjected to a violent political case, I would certainly be like every parent who was hurt by the child. Both love and concern
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“As a parent What is best done during this difficult time? Is to hold the child’s hand tightly Ready to walk through the cruelty and many obstacles together
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“We… parents, seeing the children stumble and fall like this Could only be a cushion to support the body To hurt as little as possible Even if it cost me my own pain That must be the way of all parents, isn’t it?
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“I sincerely hope that This heartbreaking incident will only end with my family. May it not happen to other families again. “
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Image source, MANA TREELAYAPEWAT
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Dr. Mana Treerayapiwat
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Condemn the government
Network of Thai people abroad who call themselves “Liberal Democracy Thai students in Europe “and the network issued a statement onFacebook page Condemns Gen. Prayut Chan-o-cha, Prime Minister who has resumed enforcement of Section 112, and calls for the abolition of summons and the cessation of all cases under Section 112, including repealing the enforcement of Section 112 and amending the law in accordance with the principles International
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The list of signatories consists of the liberal democracy group. Thai students in Europe, liberal democracy groups in Austria, Thai turbines exiting dictatorship, French People’s Party, Belgian People’s Party, Scottish People’s Party, Hungarian People’s Party, “Tai” People in Finland, Thai Democratic Union in Poland, Parties. Thai students in Britain for democracy, Seri Thai in Kosovo, Seri Thai in Italy, Seri Thai in Norway, Seri Thai in Denmark, Seri Thai in Sweden, Germany crushing dictators, Taiwan Alliance for Thai democracy, Thai Democratic Movement in Canada, Thai Activists for Democracy in Korea, The Australian Alliance for Thai Democracy, Parti Sosialis Malaysia (PSM), Socialist Alliance, Australia, Association for Thai Democracy, USA, Green Taiwan Party, Malaysian Support Group for Democracy in Thailand, Association for Thai Democracy, USA, Student Alliance. of New Zealand for Democracy in Thailand
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