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Re-arrested Chalermchai now deemed 'bad' prisoner
King-oua Laohong, Published on 26/08/2016
» Former army major and convicted murderer Chalermchai Matchaklam, who was re-arrested for breaching his parole, has been re-classified as a "low-grade", or bad, prison inmate, Justice Minister Paiboon Koomchaya said on Friday.
Amnesty due for 12,000 inmates
News, King-oua Laohong, Published on 17/08/2016
» About 12,000 inmates of jails nationwide will be released early under a royal decree to mark 70 years since His Majesty the King accession to the throne and Her Majesty the Queen's 7th-cycle birthday anniversary.
12,000 convicts to be freed under royal pardon
King-oua Laohong, Published on 16/08/2016
» About 12,000 convicts who have served time in prisons throughout the country will be released under a royal decree to mark His Majesty the King's 70 years of ascension to the throne and Her Majesty the Queen's 7th cycle birthday anniversary, permanent secretary for justice Chanchao Chaiyanukij said on Tuesday.
Govt puts hold on Chonsawat release
News, King-oua Laohong, Published on 09/08/2016
» Justice Minister Paiboon Koomchaya has put the brakes on the planned release of controversial Samut Prakan politician Chonsawat Asavahame, who is serving time for election fraud, arguing the release needs more thorough consideration.
Chonsawat completes prison term
News, King-oua Laohong, Published on 07/08/2016
» Former politician Chonsawat Asavahame will walk free on Sunday after serving an 18-month-jail term for his involvement in election fraud in Samut Prakan.
Disgraced monk nabbed in US
News, King-oua Laohong, Published on 23/07/2016
» A disgraced ex-monk known as Luang Pu Nen Kham has been arrested by US authorities three years after he fled the country, though it will take some time before he can be extradited.
Paiboon retreats on 'ya ba' classification
News, King-oua Laohong, Published on 18/06/2016
» Justice Minister Paiboon Koomchaya softened his stance on removing ya ba, or methamphetamines, from the narcotics list amid growing concerns this could send the wrong signal to the public.
Justice minister stands firm on legalising ya ba
King-oua Laohong, Published on 17/06/2016
» In defence of legalising methamphetamine, Justice Minister Paiboon Koomchaya says that jailing small-time traffickers and users does more harm than good as they might become more serious criminals.
DSI video shows Phra Dhammajayo in good health
News, King-oua Laohong, Published on 28/04/2016
» The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has released a video clip of Wat Phra Dhammakaya's abbot Phra Dhammajayo to justify its unsuccessful attempt to obtain an arrest warrant for him.
Ganja remains on narcotics list
News, King-oua Laohong, Published on 24/04/2016
» The Justice Ministry has dismissed rumours on social media that the government was poised to remove marijuana from the narcotics list to allow scientists to synthesise substances from the plant for use in treating drug addicts.