leighd7 Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 (edited) I see now In Chiangmai the Police up to there old tricks targeting Foreigners on bikes and trying to extort money again. I thought they was not allowed to set up these road blocks anymore unless they have a sign up saying why and what for. Helmet and all correct paperwork and licence, yet still try to get money. Told him to write his name down on the form , and didn't have any money on me, he had already given me back my license and wouldn't put his name on the form. In the end he threw it away. And I drove off. Three on a bike no Helmet if you Thia its fine. English Man all correct paper work 30 years experience not fine. Ain't they got any proper police work to do, No as they dont know what that is......... Edited January 14, 2016 by leighd7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaddyWarbucks Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 You sound stressed out and angry after this dreadful experience. Relax, would you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leighd7 Posted January 14, 2016 Author Share Posted January 14, 2016 I am fine I never let them get one over unless I really am In the wrong. I perfectly relaxed. I just making people aware, as the last 4 months there has been no blocks anywhere only night time for alcohol. I might be angry at their incompetence to carry out police work correctly. But that's a different story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuurman Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 Where did they stop you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubascuba3 Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 Theyve also been doing lots of checks on 2nd road and Beach Road in Pattaya lately, road blocks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trujillo Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 If you had everything in order, what was the "form"? What did he throw away? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leighd7 Posted January 14, 2016 Author Share Posted January 14, 2016 Where did they stop you? Coming off the Highway 11 turning left into Thanon Atsadathon (Tescos) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leighd7 Posted January 14, 2016 Author Share Posted January 14, 2016 (edited) If you had everything in order, what was the "form"? What did he throw away? For fine go pay at station to get license back. Argued about it not being correct license. you know what they like try anything for their whiskey money. Edited January 14, 2016 by leighd7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WinnieTheKhwai Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 (edited) You showed a car license while on motorbike? Or International license / some-other-country-license? (Wondering why the license would not be correct.. that's not normally in doubt with a Thai license that's valid adn for the vehicle that you're driving. Would like to figure out if they actually had somewhat of a point, or completely a case of DWF (Driving While Farang). Edited January 14, 2016 by WinnieTheKhwai Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leighd7 Posted January 14, 2016 Author Share Posted January 14, 2016 The License was correct International drive bike or car. No more silly questions. They try to pull a fast one. When they had the choice to take it to the station and make it official. They threw the paper work out. They were only after money. Full stop.......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leighd7 Posted January 14, 2016 Author Share Posted January 14, 2016 You showed a car license while on motorbike? Or International license / some-other-country-license? (Wondering why the license would not be correct.. that's not normally in doubt with a Thai license that's valid adn for the vehicle that you're driving. Would like to figure out if they actually had somewhat of a point, or completely a case of DWF (Driving While Farang). Yes it was DWF . Not heard that before LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mesquite Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 Where did they stop you? Coming off the Highway 11 turning left into Thanon Atsadathon (Tescos) Thanks for the heads up. Yes, I have not seen any road blocks in months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcnx Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 I have noticed the older tourist policeman at the stops now where they are targeting foreigners. No surprise. It will be a shame if they allow CM police to turn into Pattaya police scum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Konini Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 We went to the post office just along from Wararot on Monday and they had set one up there outside the post office museum. Didn't appear to be any signs or a bigwig there, just the red triangle things to alert people to their presence, but it's just outside the police station so a senior officer wasn't far away. Pulling motorbikes only it seemed but I could be wrong, I didn't pay much attention. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob13 Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 OP's got me all stressed and shit, now i gotta go down to the seven for a couple. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul944 Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 maybe the effect of the policy to relocate corrupt police men? Did you asked if he was stationed in Pattaya before? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadMac Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 I would like to see more police catching idiot scooter drivers. Was better before. I don't mind if they make 200B extra if it makes the rest of us safer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colinneil Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 If OPS license is correct please answer how long have you been using international license in Thailand? Thailand only allows you to use international for 90 days after arrival. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leighd7 Posted January 14, 2016 Author Share Posted January 14, 2016 If OPS license is correct please answer how long have you been using international license in Thailand? Thailand only allows you to use international for 90 days after arrival. Not true British License and International Driving Permit is valid for one year. With this you can apply for a Thai license without taking any Test. Just letter from Doctor And proof of residency. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FolkGuitar Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 I've seen roadblocks on the SuperHighway twice in the past three weeks, and several in the Santhitem area over the last month, all with swarms of Thai riders . I was stopped 2-3 times, but after showing my driver's license, just waved on. At one roadblock this afternoon on the road leading north from the NW corner of the moat, I saw several Thais, including two LOL (Little Old Ladies) all of whom were wearing helmets. I was turning the corner at that roadblock and figured I'd get stopped as I was going so slowly, but wasn't, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leighd7 Posted January 14, 2016 Author Share Posted January 14, 2016 And before Any more questions on License http://thailand.angloinfo.com/transport/driving-licences/ I only posted this to make people aware that they have started up again after a few months off no road blocks. And they burgers are Hungry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FolkGuitar Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 These roadblocks are only operational for a couple of hours at a time. Question: How many Farang do you suppose pass by that one roadblock in 2-3 hours? Is it really logical to think that they would use that as a plan to make money from them? Doesn't make sense to me unless the roadblock was set up down Moon Muang Soi 9, rather than on the SuperHIghway or down some back soi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sappersrest Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 If OPS license is correct please answer how long have you been using international license in Thailand? Thailand only allows you to use international for 90 days after arrival. Not true British License and International Driving Permit is valid for one year. With this you can apply for a Thai license without taking any Test. Just letter from Doctor And proof of residency. Absolutely correct,We used ours to get our Thai driving licenses, the transport office were not interested in our UK photo licenses only the IDP ,but were told we could only use the IDP for 180 days. PS there is no such thing as an internationional driving license . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FolkGuitar Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 And before Any more questions on License http://thailand.angloinfo.com/transport/driving-licences/ I only posted this to make people aware that they have started up again after a few months off no road blocks. And they burgers are Hungry. There have been plenty of roadblocks during the past few months. You just didn't see them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvs Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 If OPS license is correct please answer how long have you been using international license in Thailand? Thailand only allows you to use international for 90 days after arrival. I believe if you reside in Thailand longer then 90 days you are required to obtain a Thai license. On the other hand an IDP is valid for 1 year and if you are making short trips to Thailand you can use that for up to a year.It all depends if you are a resident or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leighd7 Posted January 14, 2016 Author Share Posted January 14, 2016 I've seen roadblocks on the SuperHighway twice in the past three weeks, and several in the Santhitem area over the last month, all with swarms of Thai riders . I was stopped 2-3 times, but after showing my driver's license, just waved on. At one roadblock this afternoon on the road leading north from the NW corner of the moat, I saw several Thais, including two LOL (Little Old Ladies) all of whom were wearing helmets. I was turning the corner at that roadblock and figured I'd get stopped as I was going so slowly, but wasn't, Well I haven't seen any for months in the Inner city around the moat. Like before. SO maybe that one I went through today was official http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/861574-mobile-roadblocks-against-traffic-violators-scrapped-nationwide/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LatvianAce Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 Was stopped on a bike today morning on Chang Lor Rd by the moat. Large police force was stopping every single bike, locals too. Had no international drivers licence, paid 200 baht at the table, got a receipt and was allowed to continue. No complaints, my choice driving without proper paperwork. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FolkGuitar Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 An IDP is valid for one-year periods. But that does NOT mean you can use them in the same country for one year straight. Almost ALL countries require that if you remain within them for certain lengths of time that you obtain a valid driver's license for that country. The IDP also requires that you have a valid driver's license with you from your home country. It is NOT a license in and of itself, only a 'permit' to drive in a foreign country. In some countries, using an IDP beyond the legal term for that country 'can be' grounds for immediate deportation. It pays to know how long each country allows. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trujillo Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 I assume cops have badge numbers....video from your phone next time. We want to see! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colinneil Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 If OPS license is correct please answer how long have you been using international license in Thailand? Thailand only allows you to use international for 90 days after arrival. Not true British License and International Driving Permit is valid for one year. With this you can apply for a Thai license without taking any Test. Just letter from Doctor And proof of residency. It is true go to any license office they will put you right. International licenses are valid for 1 year, but Thailand only recognises them for 90 days OK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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