Police in Myanmar filed a new charge against ousted leader, Aung San Suu Kyi, her lawyer said Tuesday. The new charge has come in the face of increased nationwide protests by pro-democracy groups who want the restoration of the country’s elected government.

Ms Suu Kyi, who was earlier charged with possessing illegal walkie-talkies, is now also alleged to have violated the country’s Natural Disaster Law.

It carries a maximum punishment of three years in prison. However, and perhaps more worrisome is the fact  because of changes to the Penal Code instituted by the junta last week, she could be detained indefinitely, even without a court’s permission.

The legal maneuver comes two weeks after the military seized power in a coup. Anti-coup demonstrators are demanding the release of their elected leaders, including Ms Suu Kyi, following the military coup on February 1.

 Suu Kyi made a brief virtual appearance at a court in the capital Nay Pyi Taw on Tuesday. She reportedly answered questions about legal arrangements and representation.

Her next court appearance is scheduled to take place on March 1.