Criminal Division for Persons Holding Political Positions in the Supreme Court According to the Constitution of Thailand

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According to the new constitution of Thailand 2007, the Criminal Division for Persons Holding Political Positions (SCP) of the Supreme Court of Thailand has gained more important role and function in adjudication of political cases.

This seminar shall provide a forum for judges, legal experts, academics and the public to discuss about the new role and function of the SCP from various perspectives as well as about the court procedures according to the new constitution.

Programme

09.00 - 09.30 hrs

Opening ceremony

• Hon Griengchai Jungjaturapit, President of the the Criminal Division for Persons Holding Political Positions (SCP) of the Supreme Court of Thailand

• HE Viruch Limvichai, President of the Supreme Court

• Dr Canan Atilgan, Resident Representative, Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Thailand

“The SCP according to the Constitution of Kingdom of Thailand 2007”

by Hon Griengchai Jungjaturapit, President of the SCP

“The SCP - A View from the National Counter Corruption Commission (NCCC)”

by Mr Klanarong Chanthick, Member of the NCCC Committee

Discussion

13.00 – 16.00 hrs

“The SCP in Academic View”

by Dr Parinya Dhewanarumitkul, Professor, Faculty of Law, Thammasat University

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Discussion

followed by closing remarks by Hon Griengchai Jungjaturapit, President of the SCP