Criminal Offenses & Penalties in Thailand: What Expats and Tourists Must Know

Thailand enforces strict criminal laws that apply to both citizens and foreigners. Common violations include drug possession, theft, defamation, overstaying visas, and public disturbances. Penalties range from fines and imprisonment to deportation. Drug offenses, in particular, carry severe consequences—even for small quantities. Other actions like insulting the monarchy (lèse-majesté) or offensive social media posts can […]

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