MSDHS unveils procedures against human trafficking related officials

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MSDHS unveils procedures against human trafficking related officials

BANGKOK, 19 April 2016 (NNT) – The Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (MSDHS) has unveiled the procedures to punish government officials involved with human trafficking, as urged by the Prime Minister.

The MSDHS’ Spokesperson Saowanee Khomepatr has revealed that the committee on the prevention of government officials’ involvement in human trafficking chaired by the Deputy Prime Minister Admiral Narong Pipatanasai has issued regulations on the prosecution and punishment of government officials who are found to be involved with human trafficking. The new protocol has been put into motion since 31 March 2016.

The regulation calls for the supervisor of the official, found to be initially involved with human trafficking activities, to command further actions within 10 days and report the progress of the case every 30 days since the investigation order was issued.

Disciplinary punishment must be reported within 10 days, as well as criminal prosecution which will be reported every 30 days. Reports on court progress must be issued every 60 days until the case is closed.

The MSDHS’ spokesperson has said the government will strictly pursue officials found to be involved with human trafficking practices, and this protocol was issued to bring all involved persons to justice as these actions gravely violate international human rights principles.

Since last year, 34 government officials have been found to be involved with human trafficking activities. The MSDHS is the main agency responsible for the elimination of human trafficking activities in the Kingdom of Thailand.


-- NNT 2016-04-19

[Nigeone]

This has been going on for a while now...Not heard about anyone ending up in court or jail yet, correct me if I'm wrong please...with all the talk of 10 days and 30 days etc maybe they should back date it and deal with the people already pulled for trafficking crimes

[worgeordie]

Since last year, 34 government officials have been found to be involved with human trafficking activities,

how many brought to trial,how many in prison ? or just moved to inactive posts.

regards worgeordie

[Srikcir]

the procedures to punish government officials involved with human trafficking

How about the same for Royal Thai policemen and Royal Thai military officers involved with human trafficking?

It's been over a year that at least 15 police officers, a Royal Thai Navy officer, alleged human trafficking kingpin three-star Royal Thai Army General Manus Kongpaen, and four mid-level Royal Thai Army officers from ISOC were facing prosecution. Apart from their arrests, to date there has been no news as to their prosecution.

PM Prayut oversaw Manas' promotion so Prayut might have a personal interest in seeing justice served with the military officers. According to Deputy Defense Minister Udomdej last year, "Police have collected enough evidence to proceed with the [Manas] case."

Prehaps Prayut can update the public on the prosecution of the arrested military officers?

[tuanku]

Deputy Prime Minister Admiral Narong Pipatanasai has issued regulations on the prosecution and punishment of government officials

Considering the history of the Royal Thai Navy in the people trafficking arena, this seems very much like appointing a poacher as Head Gamekeeper. Still at least he should have inside knowledge should he feel inclined to actually carry out his duties.

[clockman]

One thing Thai,s are good at. Talking! as regards anything else. Forget it.

[phoenixdoglover]

The supervisor of the person accused of human trafficking shall report on that person.

How convenient for the hierarchy.