Court Denies Bail for Activist in Lese Majeste Case
The Criminal Court has denied bail for activist 'Get' despite his completion of a previous sentence, citing ongoing legal proceedings related to the APEC 2022 protest.
According to a report by Matichon Online on November 11, 2026, the Thai Criminal Court has denied a bail request for an activist known as 'Get'. The individual is currently facing charges under Section 112 of the Criminal Code, commonly referred to as the lese majeste law, stemming from his participation in reading a statement during the APEC 2022 protest. Although the activist has reportedly completed his sentence for a separate matter and holds release warrants for two other cases, the court maintained its decision to keep him in custody. This development highlights the ongoing legal complexities surrounding political expression and lese majeste charges in Thailand. For residents and travellers, this case serves as a reminder of the strict legal environment regarding public demonstrations and speech concerning the monarchy. While the activist has cleared some legal hurdles, his continued detention underscores the persistence of these specific legal challenges. It remains to be confirmed how the court will proceed with the remaining charges and whether future bail applications will be considered as the judicial process continues.
