Marijuana possession case..

[Hiambruno]

Just now, rhodie said:

Lowest I have heard for a drugs case. That's a good sign.

They told me my case is nothing crazy but you know it’s not always the same and depends on the mood and things like that.. and made me freak out cause I’ve been through a lot since I’ve been here and my dream coming to Thailand is almost a nightmare..

[Isaanbiker]

31 minutes ago, Just Weird said:

"...got to sleep on a concert floor".

There was a band in there?

Perhaps Sek Loso.....

[holy cow cm]

Just now, Hiambruno said:

15k and 5k the lawyer ..

15k is very little. Probably a slap on the wrist and fine. So doesn't sound like the inquiry officer was trying to get you to confess or the prosecutor scare mongering you. And you are lucky that it was downgraded as a really serious thing, but the catch is you have to have a doctors cert and it has to be from an authorized dealer. Not from the street type. I wouldn't worry so much.

[Hiambruno]

7 minutes ago, holy cow cm said:

15k is very little. Probably a slap on the wrist and fine. So doesn't sound like the inquiry officer was trying to get you to confess or the prosecutor scare mongering you. And you are lucky that it was downgraded as a really serious thing, but the catch is you have to have a doctors cert and it has to be from an authorized dealer. Not from the street type. I wouldn't worry so much.

Slap on the wrist like deportation or something,apart from the fine ?

[rhodie]

6 minutes ago, Hiambruno said:

Slap on the wrist like deportation or something,apart from the fine ?

You may only get a fine and not be deported in the best case.

[ChipButty]

Some people might think it's strange getting searched which is unusual, I have lived here a long time and I know what goes on the dealer will have his contacts also you maybe got setup.

Bye the way I have been stopped but never searched only looked through the boot of my car once I was aware they could plant something in there

[Isaanbiker]

27 minutes ago, Hiambruno said:

15k and 5k the lawyer ..

Don't you know a Thai person who could talk to them on your behalf?

 

  Nobody here can tell you how the story will end, but you should be aware that all has changed in a very negative way.

 

 I recall a guy who worked here as a teacher who got caught with a few grams, but he only paid 5, or 7 K and the problem was gone.

 

  You should have tried to pay a lower fine when you got arrested, it's quite obvious that the seller was either a cop, or working for them.

 

That happens every day.

 

Now all you can do is to show that you've understood that you made a huge mistake. When you go to court, be well dressed, shaved, never speak loud and tell them the truth and say sorry. ( The right Wai!)

 

A few years ago, such things were never a reason for deportation, but in a country where people get arrested for a one day overstay, I'd think twice what would be if...............................???

 

Use the time now and discuss your situation with the lawyer, promise him to give him a few baht more if he can help you. Try to find out through your lawyer if there's a chance that they could deport you.

 

Mention that you're a sportsman and you have never taken any drugs in your life before. Tell them that you were drunk and you never wanted to break any laws in this country.

 

Show remorse and they might let you get away with even less money to pay.

 

   Best of luck!

 

  

[Hiambruno]

4 minutes ago, rhodie said:

You may only get a fine and not be deported in the best case.

Ohhh so I should be okay you guys think ?????

[Hiambruno]

2 minutes ago, Isaanbiker said:

Don't you know a Thai person who could talk to them on your behalf?

 

  Nobody here can tell you how the story will end, but you should be aware that all has changed in a very negative way.

 

 I recall a guy who worked here as a teacher who got caught with a few grams, but he only paid 5, or 7 K and the problem was gone.

 

  You should have tried to sattle a cheaper ticket when you got arrested, it's obvious that the seller was either a cop, or working for them. That happens every day.

 

Now all you can do is to show that you've understood that you made a huge mistake. When you go to court, be well dressed, shaved, never speak loud and tell them the truth and say sorry. ( The right Wai!)

 

A few years ago, such things were never a reason for deportation, but in a country where people get arrested for a one day overstay, I'd think twice what would be if...............................???

 

Use the time now and discuss your situation with the lawyer, promise him to give him a few baht more if he can help you. Try to find out through your lawyer if there's a chance that they could deport you.

 

Mention that you're a sportsman and you have never taken any drugs in your life before. Tell them that you were drunk and you never wanted to break any laws in this country.

 

Show remorse and they might let you get away with even less money to pay.

 

   Best of luck!

 

  

Mate thank you so much for your advices I was just waiting to go In front of someone and explain how stupid I am and apologize for it cause I really had no damn idea .. ???? 

[ChipButty]

43 minutes ago, rhodie said:

Once paperwork has been done, I don't think he can negotiate his way out.

Once you are in the so called system as you say there is no way out, Ive seen that happen to a couple of guys who were capable of buying their way out, funny thing is only one of them got deported, TIT 

[rhodie]

3 minutes ago, Hiambruno said:

Ohhh so I should be okay you guys think ?????

Nobody can know the outcome, but from what you have provided, I really think you will get a fine and let go. 15k for bail is really low.

[ChipButty]

7 minutes ago, Hiambruno said:

Ohhh so I should be okay you guys think ?????

Dont build your hopes up to much at this point expect the worst then anything after that is a bonus

[bkk6060]

33 minutes ago, metempsychotic said:

you will likely walk with a fine, there is very little upside to sending you to jail

Well,  it certainly sends a message not to come here and illegally purchase and possess drugs.

Also, the sentence is decretionary.  So, if for some reason that decision maker does not like young people coming here and doing illegal drug activity, they could be harser then some think.

[Hiambruno]

3 minutes ago, ChipButty said:

Dont build your hopes up to much at this point expect the worst then anything after that is a bonus

Well that’s what I’m expecting that’s why I’m freaking out 

[Orton Rd]

 

55 minutes ago, rhodie said:

Once paperwork has been done, I don't think he can negotiate his way out.

Always possible if you have enough money, but it does not sound like he has, should have offered 2k at the start. Sellers often tip off the cops of course and all are looking for a payday.

[Isaanbiker]

1 minute ago, Hiambruno said:

Mate thank you so much for your advices I was just waiting to go In front of someone and explain how stupid I am and apologize for it cause I really had no damn idea .. ???? 

Stay calm now and use your intelligence. It's now out of the cops' hands once a judge has to make a decision.

 

Cops usually let you go right after paying the right amount. 10 K might have been enough, but that's too late now. 

 

   Show the judge that you're not a drug addict who does illegal things. 

 

Being well dressed and well mannered is very important for you. Tell the judge "Kothoot maak maak, khrap." ( I'm very sorry.)

 

 Tell them that you will never do anything against Thai laws again and tell them how much you love their country. 

 

Then you might be okay to get away with  a slap on the wrist.

 

Lawyers and judges usually discuss the case before court day, so your lawyer should be aware what can/could/will happen.

 

If they deport you, they'll keep you in a police, or prison cell until you're gone and keep your passport Do all to avoid that, because then your chances to come back to Thailand would be very slim. 

 

  Now use your brain and don't forget, you didn't kill somebody else, or similar.

 

Pot is now a substance considered harmless, a cannabis clinic is right in the middle of our local government hospital. 

 

 Stay calm and enjoy your stay once the case is over. Cheers. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[holy cow cm]

Why don't you ask the lawyer what the norm is nowadays. I am sure there are more than just you who got caught. 15k for bail is not a big deal, you didn't try to run, but then again you did not do the pay off to get out free. Just dress nice having shirt tucked in with long pants and shoes, be really polite when in court, say I am very sorry, give a Thai Wai, and then be really quiet. But at least go talk to your lawyer. I am surprised he or she did not say anything, but it is really up to the inquiry officer to tell the prosecutor what to go for. And then up to the judge and that probably not a big thing.. 

[FarFlungFalang]

1 minute ago, bkk6060 said:

Well,  it certainly sends a message not to come here and illegally purchase and possess drugs.

Totally agree he should have walked into a shop in Bangers and purchased it legally as others have done.Maybe next time.It will be interesting to hear how it works out.I hope it goes well and they show that the courts are willing to downgrade the severity of penalties to show a move towards accepting and tolerating the use and consumption of cannabis.

[Lovethailandelite]

A few days Jail is probably the least of your concern. You say your a part time Barrister. With a conviction if it's notified to the Greek Embassy, and a jail term will be, I would guess that's the end of that career.

[Hiambruno]

7 minutes ago, Lovethailandelite said:

A few days Jail is probably the least of your concern. You say your a part time Barrister. With a conviction if it's notified to the Greek Embassy, and a jail term will be, I would guess that's the end of that career.

I already did myself I informed the consulate I didn’t had any problem with that but they couldn’t help me .. and I already lost my job and 6months of my school ..

[Salerno]

4 minutes ago, Lovethailandelite said:

A few days Jail is probably the least of your concern. You say your a part time Barrister. With a conviction if it's notified to the Greek Embassy, and a jail term will be, I would guess that's the end of that career.

555 bit of a difference between a lawyer (barrister) and someone that makes coffee (barista).

[URMySunshine]

3 minutes ago, Salerno said:

555 bit of a difference between a lawyer (barrister) and someone that makes coffee (barista).

not same but different !

[BritManToo]

3 hours ago, Hiambruno said:

I did my extension of visa for 30 more days it lasts till 24 February but I mean in my case am I going to jail and I getting deported or sentenced?????????

It's a small fine and an agreement to routine drug testing for 6 months (if you're still in Thailand).

If you fail another drugs test, you get sent to rehab for 3-6 months.

 

Bail is normally set higher than the fine, so you get a refund.

15k bail will likely mean a 5-10k fine.

 

That's all there is to it.

They don't even deport you.

[Hiambruno]

17 hours ago, BritManToo said:

It's a small fine and an agreement to routine drug testing for 6 months (if you're still in Thailand).

If you fail another drugs test, you get sent to rehab for 3-6 months.

 

Bail is normally set higher than the fine, so you get a refund.

15k bail will likely mean a 5-10k fine.

 

That's all there is to it.

They don't even deport you.

I hope so thank you so much for understanding and giving me advices and proper answers I appreciate this so much thank you ???? 

[DaveK68]

19 hours ago, Lovethailandelite said:

A few days Jail is probably the least of your concern. You say your a part time Barrister. With a conviction if it's notified to the Greek Embassy, and a jail term will be, I would guess that's the end of that career.

I thought he said barista!

[jacko45k]

29 minutes ago, DaveK68 said:

I thought he said barista!

Yes, somewhat different.

[Just Weird]

21 hours ago, FarFlungFalang said:

Totally agree he should have walked into a shop in Bangers and purchased it legally as others have done

There are shops in Bangkok where pot for smoking can be bought legally?  Where?

[gamesgplayemail]

Don't worry, you will just get a cheap fine. But you should have been smarter and accepted to pay the cops less. 20000 could have done it. Look, how much are you paying now since you have to stay in Thailand to wait for court ? you have been wrong but don't worry anyway, you will be free and deported )be ready to pay for your plane ticket).

Next time smoke it on the beach but don't carry it anywhere, this is what I have been safely doing for 15 years ❤️

 

 

[JustMy2Cents]

Have you talked to your country's embassy? That is the whole point of an embassy, to help citizens with problems in a foreign country.

[toolpush]

On 1/24/2020 at 4:32 PM, Just Weird said:

It can be done.

Just a hell of a lot more expensive