Apparently, if you send photos of the wrong person, you can actually be put in jail. According to Prachatai, there is currently a petition going around for the royal pardon of Suwicha Thakor, a man who emailed altered photos of King King Bhumipol Adulyadej. This could put in prison for ten years.
The content of these photos was deemed insulting to the monarchy. This news is only further damaging Thailands reputation as a country without press freedom and unreasonable restrictions.
As Reporters Without Borders States, “The charge of lese majeste has become a major tool of repression in Thailand.” Reporters Without Borders began this petition and urges many people to sign it. If you are interested, click here.
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