Mr. Jatuporn Promphan, the head of the United People's Fusion Group, shared his insights on the program "Thailand Must Come First" on August 29.

 

He mentioned that Thaksin's stay at the police hospital pointed to his inability to withstand pressure, speculating that he might be sent back to prison within a matter of days, reported Siam Rath.

 

He raised doubts about Thaksin's stated illnesses, suggesting that his transfer from prison to the police hospital was met with skepticism.

 

"In the current social climate, things have become much more intricate. If the truth were revealed, it seems that the situation differs from merely sending him for treatment at the police hospital.

 

This could have a more potent impact than the original legal sentencing, as suspicions have lingered from the time he entered prison until his recent relocation to the police hospital. All of this seems to be part of a meticulously orchestrated process," stated Jatuporn.

 

He further explained that new inmates, such as Thaksin, usually experience stress and difficulty sleeping when entering prison, as they must adapt to the new environment. Nonetheless, Jatuporn noted that both Ratchaburi Hospital and the Nakhon 7 Prison Medical Facility are equipped to handle such stress.

 

Regarding the application for royal clemency, Jatuporn clarified that while it is the right of the inmate, it could face opposition. Moreover, adhering to the standard regulations of the Corrections Department, the request must be made by August 22, 2024, as serving one-third of the sentence is a prerequisite.

 

Furthermore, it is also indicated that the newly revised clemency regulations will offer two options: either serving one-third of the sentence or having completed a minimum of 8 years of the sentence. Depending on which criteria the inmate meets first, they must adhere to that specific regulation.

 

Regarding Thaksin, since he hasn't previously served any sentences, he must complete one-third of the sentence before being considered eligible for clemency.

 

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10 minutes ago, webfact said:

he might be sent back to prison within a matter of days

Then again, he might not!  I'm not gonna hold my breath on that one!

There’s a few who need to be sent to prison, and Thaksin is very low on my list. 

1 hour ago, geisha said:

There’s a few who need to be sent to prison, and Thaksin is very low on my list. 

You made a list, how amazing

2 hours ago, webfact said:

"Thailand Must Come First"

That's what peasants think, the savvy hi so just pillage!

 

his inability to withstand pressure

Not a good trait for a future dictator Prime Minister.

 

 

Oh the games people play now
Every night and every day now
Never meaning what they say now
Never saying what they mean

And they wile away the hours
In their ivory towers
Till they're covered up with flowers
In the back of a black limousine whoa...

 

Joe South.

 

3 hours ago, webfact said:

Regarding Thaksin, since he hasn't previously served any sentences, he must complete one-third of the sentence before being considered eligible for clemency.

 

No way will Thaksin serve this much time, he's of the protected species! (Rich!)

yes Jatuporn,  it is all orchestrated ... it's Thaksins plan,   and you are wrong as he won't be going back to jail,  he's done a deal.

 

31 minutes ago, Bert got kinky said:

 

his inability to withstand pressure

Not a good trait for a future dictator Prime Minister.

 

More like.....If you can't do the time, don't do the crime

10 minutes ago, lordgrinz said:

More like.....If you can't do the time, don't do the crime

But the hi so do the crime and get away with it, it's a cultural thing!

3 hours ago, geisha said:

There’s a few who need to be sent to prison, and Thaksin is very low on my list. 

But high on mine.

Did he ever make a statement as to why he wants to return to LOS, and why at this particular time (other than "I love my country etc." ) ?

 

4 minutes ago, bendejo said:

Did he ever make a statement as to why he wants to return to LOS, and why at this particular time (other than "I love my country etc." ) ?

 

I think he said it was to spend time with his grandchildren. 

I'm not sure how much time he could spend with then if he's in prison. Unless he didn't think he would be in prison for long. 

26 minutes ago, bendejo said:

Did he ever make a statement as to why he wants to return to LOS, and why at this particular time (other than "I love my country etc." ) ?

 

The somtam in Dubai is not as nice as in Bangkok! 

Ok, so it wasn't for the cannabis.

 

1 hour ago, steven100 said:

yes Jatuporn,  it is all orchestrated ... it's Thaksins plan,   and you are wrong as he won't be going back to jail,  he's done a deal.

 

It's obviously a con job.How can 71 million people be so naive? The press is running interference for him and his clan.

5 hours ago, Homburg said:

Then again, he might not!  I'm not gonna hold my breath on that one!

We can only hope...

He is working towards home detention  which will then gradually see him cruising the streets.

Thats the least his mates could do for him.

4 hours ago, steven100 said:

yes Jatuporn,  it is all orchestrated ... it's Thaksins plan,   and you are wrong as he won't be going back to jail,  he's done a deal.

 

Why else would he fly in on his gulfstream….definitely NOT to be incarcerated.

7 hours ago, webfact said:

In the current social climate, things have become much more intricate. If the truth were revealed, it seems that the situation differs from merely sending him for treatment at the police hospital

WTF? ????

5 minutes ago, XJPSX said:

Why else would he fly in on his gulfstream….definitely NOT to be incarcerated.

There's many a slip twixt cup and lip.

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Jatuporn Highlights Thaksin's "Stress and Vulnerability" as a New Prisoner - Expects Return to Jail in a Few Days

Here is another headline for your consideration:

Jatuporn Needs to Feel Relevant

7 hours ago, Homburg said:

Then again, he might not!  I'm not gonna hold my breath on that one!

I doubt he'll go back to prison. In fact I doubt if he could survive in prison.

 

I'm sure there's several different strategies in play / on the drawing board to get him quickly to home detention. 

 

I'm guessing a next step will play out in the next 1 or 2 days.

 

Moreover, adhering to the standard regulations of the Corrections Department, the request must be made by August 22, 2024, as serving one-third of the sentence is a prerequisite.

 

I made one third of 8 years ... 32 months and from August 2023 that means no consideration until around April 2026 ... not 2024....

Whilst on the face of it I concur that a deal has been made, if I were him I still wouldn't be 100% sure it's going to go as planned.

He's dealing with some of the most corrupt greedy people on the planet and at times must be thinking, "what if these bastards, have me over, take my money and I suddenly die!"

Because that thought would cross my mind.

9 minutes ago, IamNoone88 said:

Moreover, adhering to the standard regulations of the Corrections Department, the request must be made by August 22, 2024, as serving one-third of the sentence is a prerequisite.

 

I made one third of 8 years ... 32 months and from August 2023 that means no consideration until around April 2026 ... not 2024....

Isn't it a total of 8 years on a number of charges. So, I think they are taking the lowest prison sentence and basing it on that.

I have said a few times on here, the guy has played all his cards and is now in the custody of Thailand's prison system.

 

His adversaries are now retiring from politics after a dismal showing at the elections or maybe their time is up or just maybe they have milked the cow enough.

 

There could be a master plan and there again nothing is certain in Thailand and it could all blow up in his face.

 

One thing we can all see for sure, they are all very tough when handing down heavy court sentences and ordering extra judicial killings from the comfort of a fancy office, but they aren't so tough when on the receiving end of a Thai prison and squealing like stuffed pigs when it isn't going their way.

 

There's a few more that could do with a few years in Thai prison but it won't happen.

 

 

 

 

 

8 hours ago, webfact said:

United People's Fusion Group

Sounds more like a name for a Craft Beer.

5 hours ago, 2baht said:

No way will Thaksin serve this much time, he's of the protected species! (Rich!)

There are other billionaires in Thai prisons...