Bangkok: Pol. Lt. Col. Chanin, Chairman of the 26th Central Investigation and Inquiry Committee, has issued a stern notification to a group of Senators regarding the acknowledgment of charges. The notification, scheduled for May 19 at 1:30 p.m., is to be held at the Election Commission office. Failure to attend will be treated as a waiver of rights, with no option for postponement. The Senators are afforded the opportunity to testify, present evidence, and bring legal representatives to the session.
According to Thai News Agency, the notification letter, posted at the residence of Mr. Alongkot Worakit, was dated May 8, 2025, and signed by Pol. Lt. Col. Chanin Noi Lek. It includes a detailed record of the charges, spanning three pages. The charges arise from suspicions or evidence suggesting violations of the Organic Act on the Acquisition of Senators B.E. 2561, specifically under Section 70 in conjunction with other related sections. The Central Investigation and Inquiry Committee No. 26 has been tasked with the investigation following orders issued by the Election Commission on March 19 and April 30, 2568.
The document outlines the procedure for acknowledgment, allowing those charged to be informed and to submit a letter explaining their position, along with any evidence. This process is in accordance with Section 43 of the Organic Act on the Election Commission B.E. 2560 and related regulations. The session is scheduled at the Election Commission Office in the Chaeng Watthana Government Complex. Failure to attend will result in a waiver of the right to present evidence or defend against the allegations.
The individuals involved have the right to testify and present evidence, accompanied by legal counsel or a trusted individual. However, the absence of such a person cannot be used to request a delay in proceedings.