New rules to prevent meddling by officials are a big step forward ...

[JohnnyJazz]

... for China's rule of law.

It was too good to be true but given the new influence of China on Thailand's affairs there is maybe hope. The full article is in Hong Kong's South China Morning Post but for the lazy ones here are some extracts :

At the party's fourth plenary session last October, the leadership called for a system to allow instances of abuse to be recorded and reported, and to bring the errant officials to book ... Miscarriages of justice resulting from corruption in the judicial system have long been a serious issue. This has caused discontent among the public. The culprits are party and government officials ...

The regulations contain 13 provisions, some of which are innovative. For example, Article 3 states that even government departments or leaders with responsibilities in judicial work are not allowed to decide on the admissibility of evidence, fact-finding, adjudication and so on.

The regulations set out procedures for judiciary personnel to record and report a case in the event that senior officials interfere. The regulations are detailed, stating not only the obligations of the meddler, but also those of people affected.

The regulations will help judicial authorities exercise powers independently, impartially and in accordance with law. However, there is a long way to go before this goal is achieved. Respecting and protecting members of the legal profession is key.

http://www.scmp.com/comment/insight-opinion/article/1760093/new-rules-prevent-meddling-officials-are-big-step-forward

[seedy]

Not Thailand Related.

If you wish to expand and explain how this related, PM and I will reopen.

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