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Myanmar: Alter charges against blogger Nay Phone Latt

Wednesday, July 9th, 2008 @ 10:42 UTC

by May Hnin Phyu

Countries:: Myanmar (Burma)
Topics:: Freedom of Speech, Cyber-Activism, Politics
Languages:: English

Mizzima news reported that the charges to blogger Nay Phone Latt was altered and a new charge has been applied. “Under section 32(b) of the Video Act, he is facing a maximum of six months in prison but now faces a maximum of seven years in jail under the new charge under section 5(j) of Emergency Provisions Act, if convicted.” minnyoon has twitted with a link to Myanmar article as well.

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