Supreme Court Holds Hearings for Former Move Forward MPs Over Lese Majeste Proposal
The Thai Supreme Court has conducted the third round of hearings regarding 44 former Move Forward Party MPs accused of serious ethical violations for proposing amendments to Article 112.
On October 20, 2026, the Supreme Court of Thailand held its third hearing in the case involving 44 former Move Forward Party Members of Parliament. The case, filed by the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC), alleges that these individuals committed serious breaches of ethical standards by proposing amendments to Article 112 of the Criminal Code, known as the lese majeste law.
During this session, the court summoned Suchart, Karom, and Kasemsan to provide testimony. This follows two previous hearings where four witnesses, including NACC investigators and parliamentary officials, were examined. The court has scheduled the final hearing for the petitioner's witnesses for October 27, 2026.
For residents and visitors, this case remains a significant point of interest regarding the political and legal climate in Thailand. The proceedings highlight the ongoing scrutiny of legislative actions related to the monarchy. While the court is currently in the evidence-gathering phase, the final ruling will determine whether these former MPs face permanent disqualification from political office due to the alleged ethical violations. As the legal process continues, observers are waiting for the conclusion of the petitioner's witness testimony to see how the defense will respond to these serious allegations.
