Bangkok, A government spokesperson warns against publishing fake news, emphasizing that the Prime Minister has ordered relevant agencies to take care. Do not cause incitement. divided in society
Mr. Chai Watcharong, Spokesman of the Prime Minister’s Office Reminder of forwarding Publish any information It is necessary to be careful, mindful, and always use good judgment to consider information first. especially relevant information or causing misunderstandings, instigating, and creating divisions in society destroys peace between neighbors undermines the interests of the nation Emphasize that there will be penalties if you spread false information.
A spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office reiterated that he would like to communicate to those who create fake news that the government is serious about spreading false information. because they are considered people who do not wish good in society And would like to warn those who share any messages. Please check before publishing. Because he is considered gu
ilty as well.
‘The Prime Minister orders relevant agencies Suppress the dissemination of false information. Fake news undermines and creates division in society. Let the people believe that Maintaining and caring for national interests It is the highest intention of this government,’ Mr. Chai said.
Mr. Chai further said that Section 14 of the Computer Crime Act 2017 lays down the principles that anyone who acts dishonestly or deceitfully Import data into the computer system which the information is distorted It’s partially true. Or is it not entirely true? It is likely to cause damage to the people. Which is not an offense of defamation according to the Criminal Code, is punishable by 5 years imprisonment or a fine of 100,000 baht, or both. Forwarders have the same penalty rate.
Source: Thai News Agency