Host Bar controversy over lawyer's gown use in Nakhon Ratchasima

Khaosod•Society•3d ago

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A host bar in Nakhon Ratchasima faced public criticism for having a man wear a lawyer's gown on stage to receive drinks from customers.

•A famous entertainment venue in Nakhon Ratchasima organized an activity featuring a man dressed in a lawyer's gown.
•The activity involved the man wearing a number on his chest on stage for customers to give drinks as encouragement.
•Lawyer Tum stated that the act could potentially violate the law regarding fraud or the Computer Crimes Act.
•The event occurred on July 17, 2026.

•A host bar in Nakhon Ratchasima organized an event where a man wore a lawyer's gown on stage to receive drinks from customers.
•The activity caused severe public criticism regarding the appropriateness of using a prestigious professional garment for entertainment.
•The host bar posted an apology on Facebook, stating they had no intention to insult the legal profession and vowed not to repeat the incident.
•Lawyer Tum stated that if wearing a lawyer's gown causes the public to believe the wearer is a real lawyer and leads to loss of assets, it may constitute fraud.
•Lawyer Tum noted that if photos or clips were spread via electronic media, the Computer Crimes Act might be considered based on intent and impact.
•Lawyer Tum emphasized that the lawyer's gown is a symbol of honor for justice professionals and not for general entertainment.
•Lawyer Tum suggested that relevant agencies should investigate the facts and take legal action if violations are found.

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The shop

"The shop had no intention to impersonate, refer to, or insult the legal profession in any way."

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Nakhon Ratchasima(นครราชสีมา)ℹ️

The city where the entertainment venue is located.

Lawyer Tum(ทนายตั้ม)

A lawyer who commented on the potential legal violations of the host bar's activity.

Computer Crimes Act(พระราชบัญญัติ ว่าด้วยการกระทำความผิดเกี่ยวกับคอมพิวเตอร์)

A law that Lawyer Tum mentioned might be applicable if images or clips were distributed electronically.