Loy Chunpongtong urges EC to refer Senate vote case to court
Loy Chunpongtong cites Section 226 of Thailand's Constitution, stating the EC must refer the Senate rigging case to the Supreme Court if founded.
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- Loy Chunpongtong insists the EC must send the Senate rigging case to the Supreme Court if valid
- Cites Section 226 of the Constitution regarding the legal process
- Warns that ignoring clear evidence could constitute malfeasance in office
- Notes the EC retains the power to dismiss petitions if initial investigations show no grounds
Amid ongoing political debates surrounding the alleged Thai Senate election rigging, Loy Chunpongtong has spoken out on the legal framework, highlighting the specific constitutional provisions that the Election Commission (EC) must follow.
Acting conceptually akin to an investigator or prosecutor, Loy explained that the EC is responsible for gathering evidence. Once an investigation reveals sufficient grounds matching legal criteria, the EC is obligated to forward the case to the Supreme Court for a final ruling through established constitutional channels.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
The interpretation of Section 226 highlights public scrutiny over Thailand's independent agencies. It emphasizes that referring suspected electoral fraud cases to the highest court is a mandatory procedural duty rather than a discretionary option, ensuring accountability in the selection of senators.
Furthermore, Loy outlined the boundaries of the EC's legal discretion and accountability:
- If the EC uncovers clear, weighty evidence meeting legal components but intentionally refuses to submit the case to the court, such inaction may risk charges of malfeasance under the Criminal Code.
- Conversely, if preliminary examination of the evidence shows insufficient grounds, the EC possesses the authority to dismiss the petition through standard internal inquiry procedures.
“Thank you Pol. Col. Tawee Sodsong, Thailand's legendary detective, for pointing out this Section 226 legal clause.”
Loy Chunpongtong
Concluding his remarks, Loy expressed gratitude to Police Colonel Tawee Sodsong for highlighting the significance of Section 226, which provides a clearer legal framework for monitoring national election integrity.
Source: Matichon Politics
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