Popular Post snoop1130 Posted October 10, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted October 10, 2022 Police officers who misbehave may have their service or legally-purchased firearms confiscated under new gun control measures, being considered by the Interior Ministry and the Royal Thai Police, to prevent them from falling into the wrong hands. In the future, applicants for gun licenses may have to show a doctor’s certificate regarding their mental health before a permit is granted. The measures are part of a set being considered to prevent guns from falling into the wrong hands, said the national police chief, Pol Gen Damrongsak Kittipraphat, today (Monday). Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/rogue-thai-police-may-have-guns-confiscated-under-new-control-measures-being-considered/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-10-10 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more! 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post scorecard Posted October 10, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted October 10, 2022 So now they talk about band-aid ideas. What about a comprehenice re-think / re-write of all the aws about gun ownership and serious/continuous controls and much improved laws to strongly reduce the numbers of guns in the community? 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sammieuk1 Posted October 10, 2022 Share Posted October 10, 2022 Good no guns left in police hands then ???? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post patman30 Posted October 10, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted October 10, 2022 39 minutes ago, sammieuk1 said: Good no guns left in police hands then ???? "new measures" will not affect police regardless what the article may say 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post yeahbutif Posted October 10, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted October 10, 2022 Yeah yeah yeah... All talk and no action I bet. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chang_paarp Posted October 10, 2022 Share Posted October 10, 2022 Be interested to see how this goes given the police have buy their own guns. Maybe a rethink of this policy is needed too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Ralf001 Posted October 10, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted October 10, 2022 9 hours ago, scorecard said: So now they talk about band-aid ideas. What about a comprehenice re-think / re-write of all the aws about gun ownership and serious/continuous controls and much improved laws to strongly reduce the numbers of guns in the community? Hows does a change in laws reduce gun number already out in the community ? 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacko45k Posted October 10, 2022 Share Posted October 10, 2022 Your badge and your gun, as we always see in movies and cop TV programs! Here it is just the badge after you go rogue... very short-sighted! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post leither69 Posted October 10, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted October 10, 2022 "Doctor, I need a sick note to say I'm mentally fit to carry a firearm" no problem, ฿100 will sort that out ???? 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scorecard Posted October 10, 2022 Share Posted October 10, 2022 47 minutes ago, Ralf001 said: Hows does a change in laws reduce gun number already out in the community ? Well they could always just 'leave it like it is', plus cops and others selling guns to teenagers, that make you happy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardColeman Posted October 10, 2022 Share Posted October 10, 2022 How many times do Thai police actually need to use their guns in day to day life ? Why not lock them all up and release them when needed to proper action - same as the UK. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhys Posted October 10, 2022 Share Posted October 10, 2022 6 minutes ago, RichardColeman said: How many times do Thai police actually need to use their guns in day to day life ? Why not lock them all up and release them when needed to proper action - same as the UK. For sure at new years as they shoot them in the air to celebrate. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asquith Production Posted October 11, 2022 Share Posted October 11, 2022 (edited) 12 hours ago, snoop1130 said: In the future, applicants for gun licenses may have to show a doctor’s certificate regarding their mental health before a permit is granted. I can get a medical certificate after a blood pressure check for my driving license and costs 100 thb. What they need is psychiatric assessment. Edited October 11, 2022 by Asquith Production add text 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralf001 Posted October 11, 2022 Share Posted October 11, 2022 (edited) 56 minutes ago, scorecard said: Well they could always just 'leave it like it is', plus cops and others selling guns to teenagers, that make you happy? There is not already an existing law in place in regards to police selling guns to teenagers ? Edited October 11, 2022 by Ralf001 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tropposurfer Posted October 11, 2022 Share Posted October 11, 2022 With all respect to GP's they are not equipped or trained to assess anything but the most glaringly obvious mental health conditions. All police need to have psychologist delivered, periodic, random, psych tests, as well as station shift commanders need to make regular reports to regional and national commands of all their officers in conjunction with their psychological wellbeing not just other 'standard' policing performance indicators. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BKKBike09 Posted October 11, 2022 Share Posted October 11, 2022 (edited) One immediate and no-cost initiative would be a 'no questions asked' amnesty period for people to hand in illegal / unwanted guns (e.g. formerly legally owned by a deceased relative, now sitting at home because no-one wants it or the hassle of trying to transfer ownership). Edited October 11, 2022 by BKKBike09 sp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
animalmagic Posted October 11, 2022 Share Posted October 11, 2022 1 hour ago, RichardColeman said: How many times do Thai police actually need to use their guns in day to day life ? Why not lock them all up and release them when needed to proper action - same as the UK. Guns in the UK police are not locked up until needed, there are armed response units patrolling at all times. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andycoops Posted October 11, 2022 Share Posted October 11, 2022 I note the 'may have' caveat, the usual Thai fudge. It should read 'will have'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cake Monster Posted October 11, 2022 Share Posted October 11, 2022 (edited) If the Guns are not issued, then there is no need to confiscate them. There is absolutely no need for a Serving Police Officer to either carry a Gun , or own a Private Weapon when they are not on Duty All that is needed is for the Weapons to be signed in and out when an Officer does his Shift Simple Edited October 11, 2022 by Cake Monster 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Branche Posted October 11, 2022 Share Posted October 11, 2022 4 hours ago, Ralf001 said: Hows does a change in laws reduce gun number already out in the community ? In my brief research. In USA a ban was placed on high capacity clips and magazines. Virginia State Police started seeing the new lower volume items at crime scenes and recovered from criminals after 9 months. There was an increase to approximately 25% after 3 to 5 years. It can and will help, reduce the availability. Hopefully reduce the severity of attacks. Possibly allow some potential victims to run or only incur minor wounds. There is a mental health problem for some in Thailand. Like in USA it is a complex, time consuming and expensive issue to address. I am still very happy living in Thailand and want to see us continue to improve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussieroaming Posted October 11, 2022 Share Posted October 11, 2022 Rouge cops may get their guns confiscated? So typical of this place, an open ended statement which leaves room to avoid acting. As for needing a medical certificate, we all know how easily those would be obtained. So in other words, another day another mentally fragile RTP officer off killing someone or robbing a gold shop because they are upset and confused about something. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lujanit Posted October 11, 2022 Share Posted October 11, 2022 Lots of reaction to the atrocity of the killing of kids at the child care centre. Just word salad, nothing will change. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikebell Posted October 11, 2022 Share Posted October 11, 2022 56 minutes ago, Aussieroaming said: Rouge cops may get their guns confiscated? Are ladyboys allowed to join the RTP? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted October 11, 2022 Share Posted October 11, 2022 16 hours ago, snoop1130 said: In the future, applicants for gun licenses may have to show a doctor’s certificate regarding their mental health before a permit is granted. How novel? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scorecard Posted October 11, 2022 Share Posted October 11, 2022 6 hours ago, Ralf001 said: Hows does a change in laws reduce gun number already out in the community ? Silly question. Obviously needs laws which are designed to achieve that aim, throught: much more difficult to get a gun license, more stringent, continuously monitored activity, deeper investigation where guns have come from and appropriate legal action. Much better security of guns legally in the commmunity (incl., the military and police). Possibly even a paid amnesty period where citizens are required to / paid to hand in weapons and a monitored immediate official activity to damage the weapon so it can't be used again. Yeah I know, this is LOS. Gotta do something... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralf001 Posted October 11, 2022 Share Posted October 11, 2022 Just now, scorecard said: Silly question. Obviously needs laws which are designed to achieve that aim, throught: much more difficult to get a gun license, more stringent, continuously monitored activity, deeper investigation where guns have come from and appropriate legal action. Much better security of guns legally in the commmunity (incl., the military and police). Possibly even a paid amnesty period where citizens are required to / paid to hand in weapons and a monitored immediate official activity to damage the weapon so it can't be used again. Yeah I know, this is LOS. Gotta do something... history tells us laws in Thailand are largely ignored. Implementing new laws will command the same respect. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scorecard Posted October 11, 2022 Share Posted October 11, 2022 1 hour ago, Ralf001 said: history tells us laws in Thailand are largely ignored. Implementing new laws will command the same respect. Sure, I've worked her about 32 years, has PR for 25 years, seen numerous examples/scenarios which prove your point. Therefore until there's major changes in which party governs and hopefully that will mean major changes in many things including new and different approaches (with impact) which ensure law and order is totally effective nothing will change. I'm not holding my breath either. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artisi Posted October 11, 2022 Share Posted October 11, 2022 Rogue police MAY have guns confiscated - what a frigging joke - - how about rogue police being shown the door, instantly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarraMarra Posted October 11, 2022 Share Posted October 11, 2022 The first line in the report say's it all " Police who misbehave MAY have their service and legally purchased firearms confiscated " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralf001 Posted October 11, 2022 Share Posted October 11, 2022 1 hour ago, scorecard said: Sure, I've worked her about 32 years, has PR for 25 years, seen numerous examples/scenarios which prove your point. Therefore until there's major changes in which party governs and hopefully that will mean major changes in many things including new and different approaches (with impact) which ensure law and order is totally effective nothing will change. I'm not holding my breath either. What major changes would change the mindset of those that ignore laws (including police and politicans) ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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