Thailand files complaint regarding betting advertisements for the Vietnam U22 match.
SAT filed a complaint against a group of female fans for promoting gambling at the Vietnam U22 vs Laos U22 match at Rajamangala Stadium on December 3, 2015. The complaint was submitted to Huamark Police Station on December 8, 2015, citing Law 1935 Section 12 and Law 2017 Section 14.
The Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) filed a complaint with the Huamark Metropolitan Police Station on December 8, 2015, regarding a group of female fans promoting online gambling during the Vietnam U22 vs. Laos U22 men's football match at the 33rd SEA Games. SAT stated that this behavior violated current laws and regulations and would be dealt with accordingly.
Developments in the case
According to information released by SAT, the incident occurred on December 3, 2015, at Rajamangala Stadium, Hua Mak, Bangkok. During a live broadcast of the Vietnam U22 vs. Laos U22 match, a group of women were observed holding signs or scarves advertising gambling websites.
The legal basis and perspective of SAT
Dr. Kongsak Yodmanee, Governor of the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT), stated that the SAT is not indifferent to this issue and has taken legal action against the group of women involved, including the owner of the gambling website. According to the SAT, assisting in advertising or persuading others to participate in unauthorized gambling is a violation of the law.
Related terms and conditions
- The Gambling Act of 1935, Section 12: regulates the advertising and solicitation of illegal gambling.
- The Computer Crimes Act (No. 2) of 2017, Section 14: provides for the dissemination of distorted, falsified, or corrupted computer data that may cause harm to the public.
The next move
SAT confirmed that it filed a complaint with the investigating officer at the Huamark Metropolitan Police Station on December 8, 2015, requesting that those responsible for the violations be held accountable. Identifying the group of fans is considered feasible because spectators entering the stadium must register and verify their identity.
At the same time, the Thai side urged viewers to watch live broadcasts cautiously, avoiding contributing to the promotion of illegal gambling in any form.
Key timeline
| Day | Event |
|---|---|
| 03/12/2015 | A group of female fans were observed holding signs/scarves promoting a gambling website during the U22 Vietnam vs U22 Laos match at Rajamangala Stadium, Hua Mak, Bangkok. |
| 08/12/2015 | SAT filed a complaint at the Huamark Metropolitan Police Station, requesting an investigation and prosecution under Section 12 of the Gambling Act 1935 and Section 14 of the Computer Crimes Act 2017. |
SAT affirmed that it could not stand idly by in the face of the promotion of disguised gambling within the framework of the SEA Games 33, and emphasized its cooperation with the investigating agency to bring the matter to justice.
