Popular Post snoop1130 Posted January 31 Popular Post Share Posted January 31 The Royal Thai Police are introducing more options for testing drunk drivers, including more timely hospital testing. The new measures were endorsed by the Thai Cabinet yesterday, says deputy government spokesman Kharom Polpornklang. The measures are in line with Sections 5 and 142 of the Land Transport Act and have been reviewed by various government departments, including the Justice Ministry, the Public Health Ministry, the Office of the Attorney General and the Office of the Court of Justice. Kharom adds that while there has been no change to the legal limit for alcohol, which remains at 0.05% (50mg of alcohol per 100ml of blood), the authorities can now test other body fluids, such as urine, in addition to the alcohol breath test and blood test. By Peter Roche Caption: STOCK PHOTO: 77kaoded Full story: Phuket GO 2024-01-31 - 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. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe 1 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post brianthainess Posted January 31 Popular Post Share Posted January 31 At first I thought they would do more on testing their driving skills. Doh! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post novacova Posted January 31 Popular Post Share Posted January 31 For starters, how about harsh sentences for first time offenders instead of just a fine. Fill the jails up with drunken drivers would be an effective way to scare the bejeezus out of those that may consider committing a stupid act. 1 2 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post flyingtlger Posted January 31 Popular Post Share Posted January 31 6 hours ago, snoop1130 said: The Royal Thai Police are introducing more options for testing drunk drivers Options: - 3000 BT = Speeding Ticket/No DUI - 5000 BT = Misdemeanor ticket and warning - 10,000 BT = No Ticket 1 1 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 31 Share Posted January 31 Thai Cabinet Considers New Alcohol Measurement Method for Drivers: Urine Tests Proposed by Royal Thai By Kittisak Phalaharn At 1:30 PM, on January 30th, 2024, Mr. Karom Phonphonklang, the Thai Deputy Government Spokesperson, publicly revealed the Thai Cabinet meeting results regarding a bill for alcohol measurement by adding a body fluid measurement such as urine. The Royal Thai Police proposed a draft ministerial regulation issued under the Land Traffic Act, Section 5, Paragraph 1, and Section 142, to the Thai cabinet to consider adding a new method of alcohol content measurement. Previously, the police would ask drivers to blow into an alcohol meter to measure alcohol content. If a blood test was required, the drivers had to give consent. Full story: THE PATTAYA NEWS 2024-02-01 - 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. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post quake Posted January 31 Popular Post Share Posted January 31 Getting totally smashed, then riding or driving home, is the norm in Thailand. Until that attitude is changed, nothing will change, no matter what new rules or regulations are introduced. 1 1 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post spidermike007 Posted January 31 Popular Post Share Posted January 31 I have an unusual suggestion, how about getting the highway patrol to actually patrol the highway? Then when people are swerving and behaving in an erratic manner they can be pulled over and tested for alcohol. Right now it seems like they're limited to these ridiculous roadblocks. And while they're at it the lazy highway patrol could pull over people for reckless driving, what a concept. 2 2 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pique Dard Posted January 31 Share Posted January 31 10 hours ago, snoop1130 said: The Royal Thai Police are introducing more options for testing drunk drivers, including more timely hospital testing. The new measures were endorsed by the Thai Cabinet yesterday, ...let's hope it's serious, and not one of these measures that's just for show. there are too many fatal traffic accidents on thailand's roads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post hotchilli Posted January 31 Popular Post Share Posted January 31 11 hours ago, snoop1130 said: The Royal Thai Police are introducing more options for testing drunk drivers, including more timely hospital testing. Head against a brick wall comes to mind. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post tandor Posted January 31 Popular Post Share Posted January 31 55 minutes ago, spidermike007 said: I have an unusual suggestion, how about getting the highway patrol to actually patrol the highway? Then when people are swerving and behaving in an erratic manner they can be pulled over and tested for alcohol. Right now it seems like they're limited to these ridiculous roadblocks. And while they're at it the lazy highway patrol could pull over people for reckless driving, what a concept. you maybe onto something here..bravo! 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post daveAustin Posted January 31 Popular Post Share Posted January 31 This extra testing will do little to deter the police themselves from drink driving. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
findlay13 Posted January 31 Share Posted January 31 47 minutes ago, Pique Dard said: ...let's hope it's serious, and not one of these measures that's just for show. there are too many fatal traffic accidents on thailand's roads. Don't count on it being serious 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikebell Posted February 1 Share Posted February 1 13 hours ago, snoop1130 said: The Royal Thai Police are introducing more options for testing drunk drivers, to fund their new cars. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retfed50 Posted February 1 Share Posted February 1 13 hours ago, brianthainess said: At first I thought they would do more on testing their driving skills. Doh! Exactly what I thought when I read the headline! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbee2022 Posted February 1 Share Posted February 1 The best would be if drunk drivers would come to the police voluntarily for a test.👏. Hassle-free for police 🙏 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Almer Posted February 1 Share Posted February 1 3 hours ago, spidermike007 said: I have an unusual suggestion, how about getting the highway patrol to actually patrol the highway? Then when people are swerving and behaving in an erratic manner they can be pulled over and tested for alcohol. Right now it seems like they're limited to these ridiculous roadblocks. And while they're at it the lazy highway patrol could pull over people for reckless driving, what a concept. That will never catch on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
worgeordie Posted February 1 Share Posted February 1 They can get caught DUI 3 times , 3 times +maybe running a red light , before they get enough points to lose their license ,thats crazy , I hope the tougher tests apply to those HiSo's who think they are above the law, regards Worgeordie 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikke1959 Posted February 1 Share Posted February 1 There is no point in more laws.. Start with serious enforcement of the existing ones.. Never checked if I have a driverslicense Never checked my lights, Never checked if I have been drinking. Only the sticker of the taxpayment and of you go 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retarius Posted February 1 Share Posted February 1 5 hours ago, quake said: Getting totally smashed, then riding or driving home, is the norm in Thailand. Until that attitude is changed, nothing will change, no matter what new rules or regulations are introduced. The secret to all this is what changed in the west (US and UK) to make drunk driving socially unacceptable. Clue: the change in attitude did not happen by accident, but was a campaign by a group of people who had been hurt by drunekn drivers. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quake Posted February 1 Share Posted February 1 (edited) 28 minutes ago, retarius said: The secret to all this is what changed in the west (US and UK) to make drunk driving socially unacceptable. Clue: the change in attitude did not happen by accident, but was a campaign by a group of people who had been hurt by drunekn drivers. Nah. Comparing Thailand to Uk or USA, just don't work, they are special over here. Remember over here, they have road carnage on the news every night, the locals just laugh at it. Reckon the only thing that may change them, is a serious beating with the Money stick in the wallet. You will get there attention then. and possibly move forward from there. Ps, I think most people are to selfish to change on many different things, Drunk driving / Riding is just one. Edited February 1 by quake 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irish star Posted February 1 Share Posted February 1 Hit and Run automatic year in jail 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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BayArea Posted February 1 Share Posted February 1 I'll never forget when my wife's uncle was drinking beer and driving while we were with him. He offered me a drink and I politely declined. Mind you, he was a high ranking naval officer who had traveled overseas for extensive training. It's a mindset that won't change overnight. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spidermike007 Posted February 1 Share Posted February 1 20 hours ago, Almer said: That will never catch on You are likely right, and it is very possible that the Thai Highway Patrol are the most slothful and lazy organization in the entire nation. They utterly refuse to do their work by patrolling the highway, they're only found after an accident takes place. Truly an obnoxious group of lowlifes. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Almer Posted February 2 Share Posted February 2 10 hours ago, spidermike007 said: You are likely right, and it is very possible that the Thai Highway Patrol are the most slothful and lazy organization in the entire nation. They utterly refuse to do their work by patrolling the highway, they're only found after an accident takes place. Truly an obnoxious group of lowlifes Ouch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Daley Posted February 2 Share Posted February 2 It's the will of God. Drink more and drive more? Not sure but that's what I took from it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VocalNeal Posted February 2 Share Posted February 2 On 2/1/2024 at 3:37 AM, quake said: Getting totally smashed, then riding or driving home, is the norm in Thailand. Brilliant living here isn't it.🤔 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quake Posted February 2 Share Posted February 2 52 minutes ago, VocalNeal said: Brilliant living here isn't it.🤔 You naughty boy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidneybear Posted February 2 Share Posted February 2 (edited) Some people drive better when they're drunk: they're less aggressive and drive more slowly. Enhanced driving skills when drunk should be included in the driving test and noted on a diver's licence so that such 'safe when drunk' drivers can be excused. Edited February 2 by sidneybear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spidermike007 Posted February 2 Share Posted February 2 10 hours ago, VocalNeal said: Brilliant living here isn't it.🤔 It is absolutely brilliant living here, I love every minute of it. If I wanted normal and predictable, if I wanted a life full of common sense and reason, I would have stayed in America. Nah, the craziness, and the distant planet aspect of the place, it all works for me. Every day is a good day here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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