21.   He strenuously denied having committed any offence, however, and the government eventually decided that there was insufficient evidence to indict him on espionage charges.

22.   On surrendering, the paramilitaries had admitted only to the illegal possession of arms and to having agreed to commit an offence.

23.   The opposition had asked for the nullification of an amnesty decree passed by the former government on those who had committed offences during the May protests, including Suchinda.

24.   The crime is one aimed at stopping the accused from committing offences even before he has attempted to steal.

25.   That offence can be committed by a person who was Caldwell-reckless.

26.   No liability was involved since, until the enforcement order was made, no offence was being committed.

27.   A certificate of conviction may be taken as proof that an offence has been committed by the person named unless the contrary is proved.

28.   A week later, magistrates gave him bail, despite police fears that he might commit further offences.

29.   They are men who will have committed an offence within the confines of their family and community.

30.   Sentencing had been adjourned from an earlier date during which time it is alleged Marriner committed other offences.