Bangkok:The petition for amnesty from former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has reached the subcommittee, chaired by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Justice. Mr. Chatchai Bangchawad, Permanent Secretary of the Prime Minister's Office and a member and secretary of the Committee for Promoting a Peaceful Society, stated that the petition is currently under review by this subcommittee.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Chatchai declined to comment on whether the petition meets the criteria for amnesty, emphasizing the need for the committee's consideration. The review process will be conducted within the 180-day timeframe stipulated by law, which can be extended twice if necessary.
At a press conference held at Government House, Mr. Chatchai mentioned that the petition, submitted by Thaksin's legal team, calls for amnesty and acquittal from political charges. He indicated that the subcommittee is in the process of compiling this petition with others and will engage in discussions with the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Justice to establish a precise timeframe for deliberations. The matter involves several legal issues that the committee will need to address during its review.