Lawyer criticised for opposing equal marriage in Thailand

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Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Lawyer Thammarat Sarapanya has faced a wave of criticism following his comments on equal marriage, which he described as a violation of the universe’s laws. The remarks came after the new Marriage Equality Act, amending the Civil and Commercial Code, took effect yesterday, January 23.

 

Thammarat expressed his views through his Facebook page “The Lawyer of Legality,” stating, “Equal marriage is a violation of the universe’s laws,” “Equal marriage is a union unable to produce children,” and “Souls waiting to be born can’t be born to equal marriage couples.”

 

The post attracted widespread criticism from many who disagreed with his perspective.

 

In response, popular media figure Kanchai Kamnerdploy addressed Thammarat with a social media post criticising the lawyer’s narrow-mindedness, reported KhaoSod.

 

 

Thai embassies and consulates around the world prepared to kick off same-sex marriage registrations, following the Marriage Equality Act’s enactment. From January 23, same-sex couples will have the opportunity to register their marriages at any district office across Thailand and Thai embassies and consulates abroad. Karom Ponpornklang, deputy government spokesperson, announced on Monday, January 20, that the Department of Provincial Administration is set to support these registrations across 878 districts nationwide.

 

The Marriage Equality Act was approved by the House of Representatives on March 27 last year, and by the Senate on June 18. It received royal endorsement and was published in the Royal Gazette on September 24, becoming effective 120 days later.

 

The implementation of this law was celebrated nationwide, with over 1,800 same-sex couples registering their marriages on the first day. In Bangkok alone, 654 couples tied the knot, participating in ceremonies that marked a significant step toward equality.

 

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra hailed the occasion, stating that all love will now be honoured by law in Thailand. Former Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin also praised the milestone but acknowledged ongoing challenges in achieving full legal recognition and inclusiveness, particularly concerning family structures.

 

Source: The Thaiger

-- 2025-01-24

 

 

[OneMoreFarang]

IMHO let them f@#$# with each other and marry each other.

But leave kids out of it. No adoptions! 

[ikke1959]

There is no marriage needed to breed children, but apparently he doesn't understand that... How many unofficial married couples have children??  Besides that if he dislike the gay marriage why is he not coming up with something that protect relationships in general?? The problems arise when people die or get sick or serious injured or don't have any family... But with the brains like he has I am wondering how he became a lawyer