Speaking english in a court case is allowed ?

[helle]

Speaking in english in a Thai court case is allowed?
But the documents that you give to the court must be in Thai ?

Regards

newby HELLE

[Sunbelt Asia]

Apologies for the delay, we were off for New Year. I will address both posts here, if that is ok.

You should contact your legal representative, it is likely that the document was a letter of appointment appointing a lawyer for your case. Your lawyer will need to draft a statement of claim which will be based on the documents and information provided.

As for the criminal offense, even though the suspect has made a confession the prosecutor would still have several options including.

1. proceed with the court trial

2.. Not to proceed due to lack of evidence (as the suspects confession may or may not be accepted)

3. Or delay proceedings as they feel that further evidence needs to be collected.

You may speak in court in English but proceedings and documentation are all in Thai and an interpreter may be required. It is not recommended to represent yourself in a Thai court as all proceedings are in Thai.

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