Move Forward Party MP for Bangkok Rukchanok Srinork, right, and MFP leader Chaithawat Tulathon, left, arrive at the Criminal Court on Ratchadaphisek Road on Wednesday morning. (Photo: Nutthawat Wichieanbut)The Criminal Court on Wednesday sentenced Move Forward Party MP Rukchanok Srinork to six years in prison, without suspension, for lese majeste and computer crime. Bail was set at 500,000 baht, and the MP must refrain from participating in activities similar to those with which she has been charged. As a result, Rukchanok will be able to continue serving as an MP. Mr Chaithawat said he would offer his MP status as surety in seeking her temporary release.

Source: Bangkok Post December 13, 2023 17:17 UTC