Three justices not excused for duty in charter change inquiry
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Constitution Court president Wasant Soypisudh and two justices, Nurak Marpraneet and Suphot Khaimuk will continue to preside over the inquiry on the charter amendment bill after the high court panel turned down their respective requests to withdraw.
Wasant said the Friday’s inquiry session was slightly delayed because the panel had to review the status of three justices, including himself.
He said the three wanted to exit the inquiry due to concerns about prejudiced decisions, as they had given interviews about the case.
On Thursday, justice Jaran Pakditanakul sought and received the permission to withdraw from the inquiry on grounds that his past remarks had revealed his thoughts on how he would form a decision.
Eight justices still remain on the inquiry panel.
