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Thai court rules barcode and QR-coded ballots constitutional
Original: Court rules barcode and QR-coded ballots constitutional
A court has ruled that ballots marked with barcodes and QR codes are constitutional, clearing the way for their use in elections. The decision resolves a challenge over whether coded markings on ballots compromise vote secrecy. Supporters say the codes help prevent fraud and double voting, while critics had argued they could be used to trace individual voters, raising concerns about ballot confidentiality.
Why now: The ruling settles a legal dispute over election ballot technology, with implications for vote secrecy and public trust in elections.
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- Court rules barcode and QR-coded ballots constitutional · nationthailand.com
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