July 2015: Banpodj Network convicted, the army visited houses of activists who were charged with section 116 of the Criminal Code
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July 2015: Banpodj Network convicted, the army visited houses of activists who were charged with section 116 of the Criminal Code

14- 16 July 2015 – The Phuket Provincial Court scheduled for the examining of witnesses in Phuket Wan case. The court allocated 1 day for the examination of witnesses for the prosecution and 2 days for the examination of witness for the defendant.
2014 Situation Summary Report 3/5: Freedom of Assembly/Expression and Political Charges
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2014 Situation Summary Report 3/5: Freedom of Assembly/Expression and Political Charges

There has been a dramatic change in the situation of freedom of assembly and expression since the 22 May 2014 coup by the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO).
2014 Situation Summary Report 2/5: Lèse majesté cases: One step forward, three steps backward
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2014 Situation Summary Report 2/5: Lèse majesté cases: One step forward, three steps backward

In early 2014, the situation of cases concerning Article 112 of the Criminal Code, or lèse majesté cases, was relatively less tense in comparison to the post-coup period. A number of verdicts made prior to the coup were in favor of the accused.
Thailand’s Freedom of Expression During 2012-2013: New Prosecutions, Laws, Policies, Directives and Verdicts
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Thailand’s Freedom of Expression During 2012-2013: New Prosecutions, Laws, Policies, Directives and Verdicts

At present, Thailand’s right to freedom of expression is subjected to numerous regulations. It should be noted that all of the applicable laws to regulate freedom of expression in Thailand have been drafted and enacted by the National Legislative Assembly (NLA) installed after the 19 September 2006 military coup.
Freedom Report 2013: The year of higher courts
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Freedom Report 2013: The year of higher courts

Time flies as the year 2013 is drawing to a close. Just from January until October this year, it shows a sign of sheer fluctuation of freedom of expression in Thailand. Some prisoners of conscience have been released, either via being granted bail or being acquitted or pardoned, several new cases have, however, emerged.
June 2015: 1 Year and 1 Month after the Coup: 14 New Democracy Movement activists were jailed after their “civil disobedience” action while the military is taking more action
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June 2015: 1 Year and 1 Month after the Coup: 14 New Democracy Movement activists were jailed after their “civil disobedience” action while the military is taking more action

In June, there were at least 3 protest-related cases under NCPO Order No.7/2557 (2014). The Order, which was issued according to the power granted by the Martial Law, prohibited a political assembly of five people or more.