Defamation Case Against Merchant Settled in Phayao Court
A defamation lawsuit involving Captain Thamanat Prompow and a merchant from Ratchaburi has been dismissed following a successful mediation process.
On October 15, 2026, the Phayao Court officially dismissed both criminal and civil proceedings in a defamation case involving Captain Thamanat Prompow and a merchant identified as Ms. Suphaporn from Ratchaburi province. The case, originally filed under Section 328 of the Criminal Code regarding defamation by publication, reached a resolution during the scheduled witness examination phase.
According to reports from Khaosod Online, the parties engaged in court-mandated mediation. As part of the settlement, the defendant agreed to delete the contentious posts from her Facebook account and issued a formal apology to Captain Thamanat in the presence of the court. She further pledged to refrain from any future actions that might cause damage to the plaintiff's reputation. In response, Captain Thamanat accepted the apology, withdrew his criminal complaint, and waived all claims for civil damages.
Because defamation by publication is considered a compoundable offense under Thai law, the court granted the request to withdraw the complaint, leading to the termination of the legal proceedings. For residents and visitors, this case serves as a reminder of the strict enforcement of Thailand’s defamation laws regarding online content. While this specific dispute is resolved, individuals should remain aware that social media posts can lead to formal legal action. It remains to be confirmed if any further private agreements were made outside of the court's official record.
