Bangkok: The Supreme Court has accepted a lawsuit against Dr. Kes and ordered him to stop performing his duties. The lawsuit alleges that Dr. Kes used his position as a professor to deceive and influence his election as a senator. The court has scheduled an examination of evidence for September 10.

According to Thai News Agency, reporters noted that the Election Commission filed a lawsuit on July 24, requesting the revocation of Ms. Kesakamon Pliansamai’s candidacy and voting rights. The lawsuit is based on Section 62 of the Organic Act on the Acquisition of Senate Members 2018, in conjunction with Section 77(4) and Section 226 of the Constitution. The Supreme Court accepted the case on July 29, ordering Ms. Kesakamon to cease her duties until a judgment is rendered. The President of the Senate has been notified, and the hearing is set for September 10, 2025, in Courtroom 5.

The lawsuit originates from the Election Commission’s findings that Ms. Kesakamon misrepresented herself as a “Professor in Human Resource Development, California University” in her Senate candidate introductory information. Witnesses testified that this misleading information influenced voting for her. It is confirmed that Ms. Kesakamon does not hold the academic title of professor, which is a violation of Thai law.

The introduction of Ms. Kesakamon as “Professor Dr. Kesakamon Pliansamai” during the Senate election, without the appropriate title, is seen as election fraud. This act is deemed to mislead others about her qualifications and induce voters to support her, violating Sections 62 and 77 (4) of the Senate Member Acquisition Act B.E. 2561 (2018).

If the Supreme Court supports the Election Commission’s resolution, penalties under Section 77 will apply. These include imprisonment of 1-10 years, fines ranging from 20,000-200,000 baht, or both. Additionally, the court may revoke the individual’s voting rights for 20 years.