Disclosure of Government Information Testimony and Witnesses in Criminal Cases

Abstract

Disclosure of information in criminal cases by investigators with public prosecutor has issued a final non-prosecution order. The parties have the right to request the public prosecutor to obtain a summary of the evidence with the opinion of investigators and prosecutors ordering the case. According to Section 146 of the Criminal Procedure Code, asking for the disclosure of testimony and witnesses in criminal cases, investigators have exercised their discretion to refuse disclosure; because it will damage the important interests of private sector. The personal data should be in accordance with the Official Information Act, B.E. 2540. While it is requesting disclosure protects, the rights of the parties have been reported in the false case. Consequently, the government agency possessing official information should set guidelines with legal compliance.