Thaksin threatens to sue Chavanond

Published: 27/01/2012 at 06:15 PM
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Ousted former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra will file a libel lawsuit against Democrat Party spokesman Chavanond Intarakomalyasut for accusing him of defaming the monarchy, Thaksin’s local legal adviser Noppadon Pattama said on Friday.

Chavanond Intarakomalyasut (Photo by Pornprom Sarttarbhaya)

Mr Chavanond recently accused Mr Thaksin of “an inappropriate act” in giving an interview that defamed the royal institution, Mr Noppadon said.

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shopwow
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Discussion 9 : 27/01/2012 at 10:04 PM9
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A criminal seeking refuge from a legal system that he made a mockery off. Just how funny and senseless can Thailand become? He openly runs a government from his hideout, puts his sister in charge. Puts his wife's brother in charge of the police and then hires the violent reds to preach democracy. This is too much even for a hollywood disaster movie.
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andreaust
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Discussion 8 : 27/01/2012 at 08:44 PM8
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I cannot retain myself from laughing that A FUGITIVE CONVICTED CRIMINAL threats to sue people. If he is a brave man as many people think..he should come in Thailand and file his case in person. Mr Noppadon, you make me laugh too.
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pointoffew
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Discussion 7 : 27/01/2012 at 07:41 PM7
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I agree with discussions 1, 2 and 3, but it very much looks like the DP is looking to politically exploit the revered institution.
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Discussion 6 : 27/01/2012 at 06:54 PM6
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Since when did Thai courts allow plaintiffs to give evidence by Skype. Are convicted criminal allowed to do this ?

Noppadon should remind Mr T that people in glass houses should be careful about what they throw.

Actually I think all this means is Mr T wants to get in the press weekly.
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Discussion 5 : 27/01/2012 at 06:41 PM5
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Truth hurts, doesn't it? Especially when you are a convicted criminal and a fugitive.
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democrazy
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Discussion 4 : 27/01/2012 at 06:39 PM4
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And if you tell a 100 times a lie. It is just a lie.
Nobody with a little sense will ever believe what the fugutive says.
Not after what happened in April,May 2010.
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Discussion 3 : 27/01/2012 at 06:26 PM3
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Khun Thaksin, Khun Chavanond is waiting for you right here in a Thai Court! Will you show up for the hearing?
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Discussion 2 : 27/01/2012 at 05:34 PM2
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What a laugh. Thaksin using an institution he’s been running from for years. I say he can file the complaint in person when he returns and serves his time.
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Discussion 1 : 27/01/2012 at 05:31 PM1
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Just be sure to show up in person when you file the lawsuit!
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