Bangkok: "Big Joke" has officially filed a petition with the Constitutional Court to challenge the appointment of "Suchart" as the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) chairman, claiming it contravenes the Organic Act on the Prevention and Suppression of Corruption.
According to Thai News Agency, at 3:00 PM, Pol. Gen. Surachet Hakpal, former Deputy Commissioner-General of the Royal Thai Police, submitted the petition to question the qualifications of Mr. Suchat Trakulkesomsuk, the current NACC President. He argues that the appointment may violate Section 233 of the 2017 Constitution of the Kingdom of Thailand, as well as specific sections of the 2018 Organic Act on the Prevention and Suppression of Corruption. The Organic Act requires that the NACC board select a president from among its seven members when the position becomes vacant. However, this decision was made after two members had completed their terms, potentially excluding Mr. Suchat from participating in the vote, thereby breaching the law and threatening individual rights and freedoms across Thailand.
Pol. Gen. Surachet emphasized that his actions are not driven by personal grievances against Mr. Suchat but are motivated by a commitment to legal compliance. He criticized the NACC's selection process for its president, suggesting it undermines the delivery of justice and the security of rights and freedoms for government officials and citizens alike. Despite being a party to a dispute with Mr. Suchat, Pol. Gen. Surachet reiterated his intention not to interfere with the ongoing NACC investigations but insisted the process adheres to established legal procedures.