(Photo: Varuth Hirunyatheb)The Attorney-General has decided to indict former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra for lese-majeste arising from an interview in 2015, sending shockwaves through the government in which Thaksin is widely regarded as a key behind-the-scenes figure. The computer crime charge stems from Thaksin inputting information into a computer system that was deemed a threat to national security, Mr Prayut said. “Thaksin is ready to prove his innocence in the justice system.”Asked whether Thaksin would show up to answer his indictment as required, Mr Winyat said it was his client’s responsibility to be present. They aim to get the video examined by experts to prove it isn’t genuine as suspected, said Mr Winyat. In another development, Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong insisted the decision to have Thaksin arraigned would not result in him losing his parole because Thaksin is still considered innocent.

Source: Bangkok Post May 30, 2024 03:48 UTC