The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has formally submitted a case to the Supreme Court in Bangkok against 44 former Move Forward Party MPs, alleging serious ethical violations linked to their 2021 attempt to amend Section 112 of the Criminal Code. The move places several current People’s Party MPs, including leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, under legal scrutiny as they await a court order. Natthaphong said any ruling is likely to come after the Songkran festival if the process is not expedited.
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The case stems from a 2021 initiative led by former Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat, who, along with 44 MPs, proposed five draft bills aimed at protecting freedom of expression and rights in the justice system. One of the key proposals sought to amend Section 112, the lese-majeste law. On April 9, NACC officials delivered multiple boxes of case files to the Supreme Court at Sanam Luang, with court staff taking around 30 minutes to process and move the documents inside.
Of the 44 MPs named, 10 are currently serving under the People’s Party, including eight party-list MPs and two Bangkok constituency MPs. Those include Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, Sirikanya Tansakun, Rangsiman Rome, Wayo Assawarungruang, Pakornwut Udompipatskul, Nattawut Buaprathum, Surachet Pravinvongvuth, Nattacha Boonchaiinsawat, Teerajchai Phunthumas and Taopiphop Limjittrakorn. The case has drawn public attention due to its potential political consequences.
Natthaphong said morale among the MPs remains high despite the legal challenge, with all continuing to focus on their parliamentary duties. He urged the public to follow the ongoing government policy debate in Parliament, which began on April 9 and is scheduled to run until early April 10 before resuming later that day. He added that 20 People’s Party MPs were prepared to address key national issues, including economic hardship, PM2.5 pollution and energy concerns.
The Nation reported that the Supreme Court’s decision will determine the political future of those involved, though no timeline has been confirmed. Natthaphong said the party would continue its work regardless of the outcome, adding that a general meeting must still be held within April under party regulations, irrespective of any court ruling or leadership changes.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now Nation 10 Apr 2026
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