Politics Former Thai PM Yingluck Shinawatra Seeks Court Retrial to Suspend Rice Scheme Penalty

[snoop1130]

Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

In a dramatic legal manoeuvre, former Thai prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra is set to petition the Administrative Court, urging a delay in the enforcement of a 10-billion-baht compensation order levied by the Finance Ministry. This action is part of her broader strategy to seek a retrial concerning the contentious rice-pledging scheme that played a pivotal role in her government's downfall in 2014.

 

The roots of this complex legal battle trace back to the military coup on 22nd May 2014, which unseated Yingluck while her government was embroiled in executing an ambitious rice-pledging programme aimed at boosting rural income. However, criticisms of corruption and financial mismanagement soon surfaced, implicating the scheme in substantial fiscal losses.

 

Norawit Lalaeng, Yingluck's lawyer, disclosed that the legal team is amassing crucial evidence related to the post-coup sale of over 18.5 million tonnes of rice stored in national warehouses. The revenue from these sales, according to Norawit, might be significantly more than the 10 billion baht penalty claimed by the ministry, although concrete figures await confirmation. He assured the press that these details would soon be forthcoming.

 

Originally, the Finance Ministry sought 35.7 billion baht in compensation from the former prime minister, attributing the losses directly to policies enacted during her administration. However, upon review, the Supreme Administrative Court decided to reduce this figure to 10 billion baht, a ruling that Yingluck is now challenging with newfound evidence.

 

The anticipated evidence is said to include comprehensive records of the money garnered from the extensive sale of rice stocks. Should these sales have fetched the expected 250 billion baht at a rate of 25 baht per kilogram, it could signify that the compensation order doesn't accurately reflect the financial dynamics at play.

 

A retrial petition, highlighting this new evidence, is set to be filed within the obligatory 90-day timeframe. Should the court recognise the merit in Yingluck's appeal, this could lead to the crucial postponement of any enforced financial penalties.

 

In response to these developments, Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira mentioned he awaits additional information from the ministry's permanent secretary before making formal decisions regarding the formation of review committees or potential amendments to the enforcement strategy. He has also indicated he was unaware of Yingluck's legal response until recently.

 

This unfolding legal challenge is a significant dimension of Yingluck's ongoing struggle to address the ramifications of her government's policy decisions. The retrial could provide her an opportunity to overturn or reduce the financial penalties imposed, with far-reaching consequences on both her personal and political prospects if successful.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Bangkok Post 2025-05-30

 

 

[Pouatchee]

poor yingluk. homesick much?

getting old now girl... even the blind guys on AN arent saying how hot you are anymore. I wish and pray everyday that you and yours go to the bkk hilton to serve out your duly deserved sentences

[WHansen]

A misunderstanding, my brother will sort it out.

[jippytum]

Thaksin's boast to return Yinluck by April is long gone. 

The thai populace are 

tired of the Thaksin family using their vast wealth anf lnfluenze to evade justice. 

Time for reckoning is close. 

[renaissanc]

"I want a retrial. The Rice Scam took place long ago. Also, the judges clearly didn't know who Thaksin and I are. Furthermore, I want to be able to choose the judges. I think that would be fair."

[Red Forever]

16 hours ago, Pouatchee said:

poor yingluk. homesick much?

getting old now girl... even the blind guys on AN arent saying how hot you are anymore. I wish and pray everyday that you and yours go to the bkk hilton to serve out your duly deserved sentences

 

16 hours ago, Pouatchee said:

poor yingluk. homesick much?

getting old now girl... even the blind guys on AN arent saying how hot you are anymore. I wish and pray everyday that you and yours go to the bkk hilton to serve out your duly deserved sentences

So much hatred for someone who had no negative effect on your life. Sad.

[Pouatchee]

9 minutes ago, Red Forever said:

 

So much hatred for someone who had no negative effect on your life. Sad.

 

so much love to be able to care for any of the shins... guess you havent been here long enough to know anything

[hotchilli]

The Shin dynasty days are coming to a close... time for an elected government not a rich powerful family

[Xonax]

17 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Originally, the Finance Ministry sought 35.7 billion baht in compensation from the former prime minister, attributing the losses directly to policies enacted during her administration. However, upon review, the Supreme Administrative Court decided to reduce this figure to 10 billion baht

Yingluck don't have that kind of money, so follow the money trail and get the money back from the puppet-masters!

[newbee2022]

17 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Thai prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra is set to petition the Administrative Court,

It's her right to do so.

The outcome might be surprising

[watchcat]

17 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

In a dramatic legal manoeuvre, former Thai prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra is set to petition the Administrative Court, urging a delay in the enforcement of a 10-billion-baht compensation

 

I think it was daddy who made the "legal" manoeuvre.

[scorecard]

18 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

In a dramatic legal manoeuvre, former Thai prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra is set to petition the Administrative Court, urging a delay in the enforcement of a 10-billion-baht compensation order levied by the Finance Ministry. This action is part of her broader strategy to seek a retrial concerning the contentious rice-pledging scheme that played a pivotal role in her government's downfall in 2014.

 

The roots of this complex legal battle trace back to the military coup on 22nd May 2014, which unseated Yingluck while her government was embroiled in executing an ambitious rice-pledging programme aimed at boosting rural income. However, criticisms of corruption and financial mismanagement soon surfaced, implicating the scheme in substantial fiscal losses.

 

Norawit Lalaeng, Yingluck's lawyer, disclosed that the legal team is amassing crucial evidence related to the post-coup sale of over 18.5 million tonnes of rice stored in national warehouses. The revenue from these sales, according to Norawit, might be significantly more than the 10 billion baht penalty claimed by the ministry, although concrete figures await confirmation. He assured the press that these details would soon be forthcoming.

 

Originally, the Finance Ministry sought 35.7 billion baht in compensation from the former prime minister, attributing the losses directly to policies enacted during her administration. However, upon review, the Supreme Administrative Court decided to reduce this figure to 10 billion baht, a ruling that Yingluck is now challenging with newfound evidence.

 

The anticipated evidence is said to include comprehensive records of the money garnered from the extensive sale of rice stocks. Should these sales have fetched the expected 250 billion baht at a rate of 25 baht per kilogram, it could signify that the compensation order doesn't accurately reflect the financial dynamics at play.

 

A retrial petition, highlighting this new evidence, is set to be filed within the obligatory 90-day timeframe. Should the court recognise the merit in Yingluck's appeal, this could lead to the crucial postponement of any enforced financial penalties.

 

In response to these developments, Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira mentioned he awaits additional information from the ministry's permanent secretary before making formal decisions regarding the formation of review committees or potential amendments to the enforcement strategy. He has also indicated he was unaware of Yingluck's legal response until recently.

 

This unfolding legal challenge is a significant dimension of Yingluck's ongoing struggle to address the ramifications of her government's policy decisions. The retrial could provide her an opportunity to overturn or reduce the financial penalties imposed, with far-reaching consequences on both her personal and political prospects if successful.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Bangkok Post 2025-05-30

 

 

 

18 hours ago, Pouatchee said:

poor yingluk. homesick much?

getting old now girl... even the blind guys on AN arent saying how hot you are anymore. I wish and pray everyday that you and yours go to the bkk hilton to serve out your duly deserved sentences

And I wonder id she's done any serious thinking / has any remorse for the very long jail sentences given to her ex employees? 

[TroubleandGrumpy]

4 hours ago, hotchilli said:

The Shin dynasty days are coming to a close... time for an elected government not a rich powerful family

They are all beholding to and/or members of rich Thainese families

[TroubleandGrumpy]

As always many of the posters here have no idea exactly what they are talking about. As usual I should just shut up and ignore them, but today I have decided to respond.

 

Firstly - I do not like the Shins. I think all Thainese mega rich families in Thailand need to be reined in and also stopped from being in politics. 

 

The Junta Govt that many hate overthrew Yingluck and hit her with a BS charge and she was found guilty by those they appointed to the roles (they are mostly still there).  Putting aside the issue - the core matter is that Yingluck as PM was responsible for a 'vote buying' scheme that ended up being a disaster and cost the country a lot of money. BUT she did not personally gain anything (other than votes) - it was a terrible idea that some of her underlings took advantage of - as they do here. She was not found guilty of corruption and receiving any financial gain - she was found guilty of a very bad decision done for political purposes. If all politicians are later charged for any decision they make that ends up costing the country money - then politicians will not make any decisions at all going forward.

 

There are articles in both Khaosod and Bang Post criticising this decision because it sets a precedent that in the future those responsible for creating the 10K Baht handout could be charged and fined billions if it is found out that the handout was a waste of money and there was corruption and the scheme had a bad outcome.  

 

[still kicking]

21 hours ago, Pouatchee said:

poor yingluk. homesick much?

getting old now girl... even the blind guys on AN arent saying how hot you are anymore. I wish and pray everyday that you and yours go to the bkk hilton to serve out your duly deserved sentences

Is that the same place where Thaksin went?

[cynic1]

Nepotism at its most descriive definition!

[connda]

21 hours ago, WHansen said:

A misunderstanding, my brother will sort it out.

Your big fat brown envelopes will be delivered shortly by courier.  

[greeneking]

9 hours ago, hotchilli said:

The Shin dynasty days are coming to a close... time for an elected government not a rich powerful family

Even ones in palaces? Surely you are mistaken.

[stevenl]

10 hours ago, watchcat said:

 

I think it was daddy who made the "legal" manoeuvre.

Huh?

[watchcat]

15 hours ago, stevenl said:

Huh?

 Do you think she came up with the idea herself?

[Briggsy]

On 5/31/2025 at 10:21 AM, watchcat said:

 

I think it was daddy who made the "legal" manoeuvre.

Yingluck is Thaksin's sister. You are confusing your Shinawatra's.

[motdaeng]

[stevenl]

5 hours ago, watchcat said:

 Do you think she came up with the idea herself?

I just don't see what her dad had to do with it.