webfact Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 PM: 14 students will be tried by military courtBANGKOK, 6 July 2015 (NNT) - Prime Minister Prayut Chan-Ocha has insisted that the 14 student activists be tried in a Military Court with no exceptions being allowed.The premier stressed that in order to ensure peace and order, all members of society must obey the law and follow legal procedures. The government needs to uphold the orders previously issued and must not make exceptions.The students are accused of violating the the code of the National Council for Peace and Order which prohibits any political gathering of more than five persons, in holding symbolic events to commemorate the 22nd May coup. In addition, the 14 are charged under Article 116 of the Criminal Code, the law on sedition, with holding an anti-government political activity.The students 12-day detention period is set to expire on Tuesday and it remains to be seen whether authorities will ask the military court to detain the students for another 12 days.-- NNT 2015-07-06 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Somtamnication Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 Well, we have heard of the velvet revolution, spring revolution, etc etc. We hereby will call this the somnamna revolution. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mango Bob Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 It's not to ensure peace and order, it's to ensure fear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just1Voice Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 I love it when these idiots constantly spout this "must obey the law" B.S. It's almost laughable that this comes from a group who had an ILLEGAL COUP, which is considered sedation and treason "under the law", which they ignored, and then promptly tore of the LEGAL constitution and implemented their own ILLEGAL mandates, and granting themselves total immunity for all past & future actions. Must obey the law? Gee, generals, why don't YOU try doing that sometime, instead of constantly believing that you are ABOVE the law. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bangkokfrog Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 Goodbye General !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted July 6, 2015 Author Share Posted July 6, 2015 Martial Court to Rule on 14 Anti-Junta Dissidents' Release TomorrowBy Khaosod EnglishStudents inside a mock prison cell made of pipes at Thammasat University to show solidarity with the 14 activists in jail, 5 July 2015.BANGKOK — Bangkok's military court will rule tomorrow on whether to extend the detention of fourteen anti-junta activists amid mounting support from the public to release the group.One of the activists' lawyers, Kritsadang Nutcharus, said his legal team will ask the court to release the 14 activists, most of whom are students, on the grounds that they have no intention to flee the country.The fourteen activists, who are facing charges of violating the junta's ban on protests and inciting unrest, were sent to jail by the court after they were arrested on 26 June for leading a peaceful pro-democracy rally in Bangkok. If found guilty, they face up to seven and a half years in prison.Under Thai laws, a court can order suspects to be remanded in prison for 12 days at a time. The session can be extended by the court up to seven times."If the court approves the second remand session, the students will have be to detained in prison, as they were," Kritsadang said. "But no matter how the court will rule, as a lawyer I will accept the decision, and I will contest the remand when the next session ends."Kritsadang said the activists remain in good spirits, although some of them have picked up minor illnesses in prison.Full story: http://www.khaosodenglish.com/detail.php?newsid=1436169327 -- Khaosod English 2015-07-06 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matej Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 Army which has fear of students ... manly and tough. This country has to get rid off this person. The sooner, the better. Before too much damage is done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baboon Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 I'm off to the shop to get a few beers in for this evening. With all these developments, it is going to be a lot of fun watching the junta fanbois tying themselves in knots: 'Keep them in jail forever, not that they are enemies, though they should be released on bail which they have refused to apply for in order to cause trouble for the junta, not that bail should be granted and leaving them to rot is the only correct course of action because they are being paid by Thaksin even if they aren't....' Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemac Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 What with all the shootings and stabbings that affect young Thais these days, they are probably safer in the "crowbar hotel". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cms22 Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 It's clear what these 14 students did was very wrong and deserves to be punished with the full force of the law. If this means capital punishment, then so be it. The Thai government is spot on: we cannot allow people in this country to voice political opinions. The government needs to put a stop to this immediately! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemac Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 I'm off to the shop to get a few beers in for this evening. With all these developments, it is going to be a lot of fun watching the junta fanbois tying themselves in knots: 'Keep them in jail forever, not that they are enemies, though they should be released on bail which they have refused to apply for in order to cause trouble for the junta, not that bail should be granted and leaving them to rot is the only correct course of action because they are being paid by Thaksin even if they aren't....' Cheers! Don't buy too many beers Babs, I think your Thaksin fanbois will be all over this one like a cheap suit. Most will be trying to outdo the rest with the most obnoxious Prayut insult. The junta fanbois will probably kick back with a few beers and have a laugh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Konaboy1 Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 why a military court? The students are not in the military? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Konaboy1 Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 Oh-I forgot! Under rule 44 EVERYONE can be tried in a military court!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nojoma Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 if your only tool is a hammer.....all problems look like nails Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SOUTHERNSTAR Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 Give the junta more rope. I hope they taught them how to tie a knot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuchulainn Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 ....................The premier stressed that in order to ensure peace and order, all members of society must obey the law and follow legal procedures................ Hear hear!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wabothai Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 How smart, a miltary court. Keep on digging mr. general. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oziex1 Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 Army which has fear of students ... manly and tough. This country has to get rid off this person. The sooner, the better. Before too much damage is done. I agree, however what is the alternative. Please don't just say democracy, what does that mean in this country that has abused it so badly. Are there any charismatic moderate, fair minded true leaders waiting in the wings to lead and govern with something that at least resembles democracy as we know it, not what has been sold (almost literally) to the Thai people in the past. Good leaders are thin on the ground everywhere now, Leaders of all Western countries are just corporate lackeys as far as I can see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davehowden Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 Methinks the Thai Army needs something to occupy their minds, like a good invasion from Myanmar or China. Give them a chance to earn all that gold braid and medals for doing sod all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kovaltech Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 It's not to ensure peace and order, it's to ensure fear. If you disagree about who or what the government is and stage protest manifestations accordingly, then that is called politics and political meetings... if you want to point out some wrongdoing by that government or its personal, staging protest manifestations to undo the wrongdoings, then that is allowed... Its not ok to say that someone is wrong, but is it ok to say that someone is doing wrong ? I read a lot off complaints about situations and events in Thailand , here on TVF,... old governments, politicians... name it... Now we have someone , trying, changing the situation.... and people are complaining again.... Last poll revealed that nearly 70% of the Thai population was happy with the actions of Prayut ... I call that democracy... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asiantravel Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 It's not to ensure peace and order, it's to ensure fear. If you disagree about who or what the government is and stage protest manifestations accordingly, then that is called politics and political meetings... if you want to point out some wrongdoing by that government or its personal, staging protest manifestations to undo the wrongdoings, then that is allowed... Its not ok to say that someone is wrong, but is it ok to say that someone is doing wrong ? I read a lot off complaints about situations and events in Thailand , here on TVF,... old governments, politicians... name it... Now we have someone , trying, changing the situation.... and people are complaining again.... Last poll revealed that nearly 70% of the Thai population was happy with the actions of Prayut ... I call that democracy... " Last poll revealed that nearly 70% of the Thai population was happy " they even have polls in North Korea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fat Haggis Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 Army which has fear of students ... manly and tough. This country has to get rid off this person. The sooner, the better. Before too much damage is done. I agree, however what is the alternative. Please don't just say democracy, what does that mean in this country that has abused it so badly. Are there any charismatic moderate, fair minded true leaders waiting in the wings to lead and govern with something that at least resembles democracy as we know it, not what has been sold (almost literally) to the Thai people in the past. Good leaders are thin on the ground everywhere now, Leaders of all Western countries are just corporate lackeys as far as I can see. That sir, is down to the Thais to decide, as in the electorate, not the Farangs with opinions, nor the Junta with hidden agendas, but the Thai people themselves. Doesn't matter what farang's describe what Thailand has, as unless they have a vote, it's got nothing to do with them, it's a mess only Thais themselves can sort. Democracy is abused indeed, especially when you have a Junta that acts above the laws of the lands and constantly interferes in politics, then nothing is ever going to change. As for charismatic leaders, unfortunately unless you're of a certain disposition and clique, being able to project yourself as a "future" PM/Leader has been curtailed by the Dinosaurs who currently run the establishment!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tajtom Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 Absoluretly outrageous the dear Prime Minister needs to visit civilesed western countrys and carry his note book laptop why sipping some Som Tum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kaorop Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 It's not to ensure peace and order, it's to ensure fear. If you disagree about who or what the government is and stage protest manifestations accordingly, then that is called politics and political meetings... if you want to point out some wrongdoing by that government or its personal, staging protest manifestations to undo the wrongdoings, then that is allowed... Its not ok to say that someone is wrong, but is it ok to say that someone is doing wrong ? I read a lot off complaints about situations and events in Thailand , here on TVF,... old governments, politicians... name it... Now we have someone , trying, changing the situation.... and people are complaining again.... Last poll revealed that nearly 70% of the Thai population was happy with the actions of Prayut ... I call that democracy... my poll says different so i call that bs these people think they are gods and well removed from reality Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweatalot Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 I do not believe the students demonstrated out of love for democracy. They could very well be (probably) payed pawns in the hand of antidemocratic elements in Thailand who do not want this government but again a corrupt one of their own choice. We know those elements and their leader have a strong influence in this country by many years of corruption and bribery. Making the press roar against this government is a strong attack against freedom and egality. So I understand the government very well - they have to stay strong. They are in the moment the only way closer to democracy in Thailand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baboon Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 I do not believe the students demonstrated out of love for democracy. They could very well be (probably) payed pawns in the hand of antidemocratic elements in Thailand who do not want this government but again a corrupt one of their own choice. We know those elements and their leader have a strong influence in this country by many years of corruption and bribery. Making the press roar against this government is a strong attack against freedom and egality. So I understand the government very well - they have to stay strong. They are in the moment the only way closer to democracy in Thailand The junta you support have already discounted the students being paid shills. Back to the drawing board for you, I'm afraid... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truth4All Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 It's clear what these 14 students did was very wrong and deserves to be punished with the full force of the law. If this means capital punishment, then so be it. The Thai government is spot on: we cannot allow people in this country to voice political opinions. The government needs to put a stop to this immediately! I really hope that the above post is an attempt at silly sarcasm! Otherwise, I'll feel naucious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobmac10 Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 What with all the shootings and stabbings that affect young Thais these days, they are probably safer in the "crowbar hotel". Exactly the type of inane comment we have come to expect from you Mikemac. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tukkytuktuk Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 Peace and love my oragami friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eliotness Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 I do not believe the students demonstrated out of love for democracy. They could very well be (probably) payed pawns in the hand of antidemocratic elements in Thailand who do not want this government but again a corrupt one of their own choice. We know those elements and their leader have a strong influence in this country by many years of corruption and bribery. Making the press roar against this government is a strong attack against freedom and egality. So I understand the government very well - they have to stay strong. They are in the moment the only way closer to democracy in Thailand Oh dear ! Back on plant earth, a military coup is an actual attack on democracy. The fact the military is backed by the Bangkok elite is an attack on egalitarian principles. I believe you may be correct in saying that the students didn't demonstrate out of love for democracy" because it seems the Thais have never had the chance to experience true democracy, so how can you love something you've never experienced. A free press is a cornerstone of a true democracy and a press that "roars" is what true lovers of democracy want, certainly not a press that purrs. But heck !!! they, the students, can dream and wish for a fairer society or does 1984 rules apply ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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