Lawyer Presents Evidence in Defamation Case Against Pu Manthana
A lawyer submitted 31 documents and videos to Bangkok Southern Criminal Court in a defamation case against Pu-Manthana Himathongkham, arguing Facebook posts explicitly targeted his client with accusations. The court will rule on whether to
Lawyer Prasak Vipasaphayon, representing Num-Karachay Kamnertploy, appeared at Bangkok Southern Criminal Court for a hearing on the defamation case filed against Pu-Manthana Himathongkham. The lawyer reported submitting 31 documents and video evidence allegedly linking the defendant's Facebook posts to his client, arguing that specific name references and context clearly identify Num-Karachay as the target of the accusations.
The lawyer explained that the evidence consists primarily of Facebook posts, previous legal disputes, and comments that demonstrate a clear connection between the defendant's statements and his client. He stated that if proven, the defamation charge carries a penalty of up to two years imprisonment, with potential additional charges under the Computer Crimes Act carrying potentially longer sentences. The lawyer expressed confidence in the evidence presented, noting that explicit name references and contextual links establish the defendant's intent to target his client.
The court has scheduled a ruling hearing for August 31 at 9:00 AM, when the judge will decide whether to accept or dismiss the case. The lawyer emphasized that while he has submitted comprehensive evidence, the final judgment rests with the court's determination of the facts presented.
