PM Prayut calls for nightclub age restrictions enforcement

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PM calls for nightclub age restrictions enforcement

 

  

BANGKOK, 24 April 2017 (NNT) – The Prime Minister has called for a stricter enforcement of age restrictions at entertainment venues, preventing persons under 20 years of age from entering, in the wake of violations by many venue owners, says a spokesman. 

The Government Spokesman, Lt Gen Sansern Kaewkamnerd has disclosed that the Prime Minister had ordered police, military, and administration officials to strictly regulate entertainment venues to adhere to age restrictions, alcohol sale time, licences, and the prevention of narcotics use. The order was issued in the wake of reported violations at many venues. 

“The Prime Minister was informed that many clubs and bars allow children and youths to enter, which could affect their safety, as some venues are places for alcohol consumption which may lead to abuses and violence. 

“Recent searchs at DJ Zone and Vientiane clubs in Pathum Thani has shown the clubs allow persons younger than 20 years old to enter, and the two clubs have violated many laws by not having appropriate licenses, selling alcohol to children, opening beyond the allowed time, and being a hiding place for drugs,” the government spokesman said. 

He added the Prime Minister had ordered the authorities to ensure no officials are involved with any benefits some operators might offer, and to strictly enforce the law without tolerance of any violation of the law, and asking parents to keep their eyes on their children and advise them not to behave in improper ways.

 

-- nnt 2017-04-24

[PatOngo]

He added the Prime Minister had ordered the authorities to ensure no officials are involved with any benefits some operators might offer, and to strictly enforce the law without tolerance of any violation of the law, and asking parents to keep their eyes on their children and advise them not to behave in improper ways.

 

Yeah, that'll work!

[Thechook]

Might upset a lot of tourists.  18 yr old can drink and party at clubs in Australia and many travel to Thailand and not being allowed into clubs is going to hurt.

[HiSoLowSoNoSo]

Why not close all night clubs? they have already banned many things that made Thailand a funny place to visit. If this new moralistic "government" will stay in power for long time, many Thais will lose their jobs.

[DILLIGAD]

Why not close all night clubs? they have already banned many things that made Thailand a funny place to visit. If this new moralistic "government" will stay in power for long time, many Thais will lose their jobs.

Plus 'smiles' and tourists, except for those that spend most time taking photo's out of bus windows.


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[yellowboat]

The age of adulthood and the drinking age in Thailand is 20 years old.  For once, the general is making some sense from a legal perspective.  What is the legal age for working at night clubs ?  Use to clean tables, wash glasses and sweep the floors at these venues. 

[prakhonchai nick]

Legally married at 18, can work in a club or bar at 18, can be bar-fined at 18, but cannot drink until 20.  Rather strange. Cannot celebrate a marriage or baby birth until one is 20!

[bristolgeoff]

The clubs will be without people and Thais or students without a job.18 is accepted pretty much everywhere.

[dinsdale]

The fake ID business just got a boost.

[TheFishman1]

Lol How about banning cops from ownership of bars also Thais like money to much for this to really happen TIT

[kingstonkid]

When I was growing up in the stone age the drinking age was 21 in the US and 18 in Canada.  Most f us that were 17 knew the risks and took the chances that our fake ID would get us in.

 

Clubs should be checking for age appropriate ID all all people.  Letting a 16 yearold or younger go into a club and party and drink is never a good thing.

 

Also looking at the maturity leve of most young Thais I would suggest that it should be raised to 30 in clubs if you are Thai so that you have the maturity to take responsibility for your actions.

 

I would love to know how many in Onyx and these other big clubs are UA.

 

If I was the general I would do a sweep of RCA on a Friday or Saturday night. 

 

Penalties

 

Shut down that night for first ofense

 

Closed for 2 weeks and 1 milion baht for second

 

Closed of a month and 1 milion baht for 3d

 

Closed permanenetly for a 4th

 

OH yeah and closed means closed padlocks on doors no renavating or anything allowed to happen

 

For the kds  

 

1.000 baht fine and barred from all clubs  easy to do just set up a computer program for all clubs to check id

 

second offence 10,000 o 2 days in jail

 

3rd offense 100,000 or one week

 

4th  1 month in jail and permanent ban from all drinking establishments

 

Drugs over DUI ;eve;  Jail and then rehab

 

not properly licensed  CLOSED

 

 

[jmccarty]

Better yet, a drinking license (similar to the UAE) should be required for anyone to consume alcohol anywhere in Thailand.  The police should issue these to people over the age that the police think is appropriate for each person. This will definitely work with no problem to anyone, tourists can just include this in their list of things to do while visiting Thailand. All part of the fun and happiness!

[bkkcanuck8]

59 minutes ago, dinsdale said:

The fake ID business just got a boost.

Not if they implement ID scanning (chip -> internet -> return biometrics data including picture) -- and mandatory ID checks on all that enter.

 

Anyone not complying would therefore have their licenses revoked and their businesses closed permanently.  

 

It is not that difficult....  if that is really what they wanted.....  they could just take a zero tolerance approach.

 

Note: Personally, I think the drinking age should be 16 [with conditions], 18 to enter night clubs and purchase alcohol.

[biggles45]

"He added the Prime Minister had ordered the authorities to ensure no officials are involved with any benefits some operators might offer, and to strictly enforce the law without tolerance of any violation of the law,"

 

Do they really believe this BS that they come out with? If they do the country is in bad shape.

[Bangkok Barry]

2 hours ago, prakhonchai nick said:

Legally married at 18, can work in a club or bar at 18, can be bar-fined at 18, but cannot drink until 20.  Rather strange. Cannot celebrate a marriage or baby birth until one is 20!

Not as strange as the US, where you can be old enough to die for your country in the military but not to buy a can of beer. Very weird.

[DerekMarshall]

2 hours ago, prakhonchai nick said:

Legally married at 18, can work in a club or bar at 18, can be bar-fined at 18, but cannot drink until 20.  Rather strange. Cannot celebrate a marriage or baby birth until one is 20!

 

Sounds like Scotland except 16. And can't drink until 18! 

[Bangkok Barry]

The PM wants the law enforced? Now there's a novel idea in Thailand. Imagine the confusion and bewilderment that could cause.

[mtls2005]

It seems odd that the Prime Minister of a country is concerning himself with such minor, mundane issues?

 

The need to issue orders seemingly hourly, and involve himself in the minutiae of daily life is astounding.

[brewsterbudgen]

The legal age to drink and buy alcohol in Thailand is 18. There is a separate law that restricts entry to nightclubs to people aged 20+.

[wirat69]

23 minutes ago, mtls2005 said:

with such minor, mundane issues?

Ummm.... given the road death rate for drunk motorcyclists etc, the youth/college gang shootings, teen pregnancy rate and general safety of the community I suggest that you are incorrect in considering these issues mundane. 

 

As for minor, maybe your syntax is incorrect 'cos at 18 years of age you are still a minor in Thailand. If your syntax is correct, then para 1 applies, amending the last word of the para!!!

[pentap]

I'm in full support.

[wgdanson]

4 hours ago, Thechook said:

Might upset a lot of tourists.  18 yr old can drink and party at clubs in Australia and many travel to Thailand and not being allowed into clubs is going to hurt.

A bit like having a 16 yr old girlfriend in K, or 15 in Denmark. Bring her on holiday here........................legs closed !

[abab]

Who is this guy ? Since when do we have a prime minister ?

 

[brewsterbudgen]

Who is this guy ? Since when do we have a prime minister ?
 

Since he was unanimously appointed in August 2014.

[sambum]

3 hours ago, prakhonchai nick said:

Legally married at 18, can work in a club or bar at 18, can be bar-fined at 18, but cannot drink until 20.  Rather strange. Cannot celebrate a marriage or baby birth until one is 20!

"Legally married at 18", and then you say "Cannot celebrate a marriage or baby birth until one is 20!"

Sorry - I am confused - what do you mean?

[mtls2005]

23 minutes ago, wirat69 said:

Ummm.... given the road death rate for drunk motorcyclists etc, the youth/college gang shootings, teen pregnancy rate and general safety of the community I suggest that you are incorrect in considering these issues mundane. 

 

As for minor, maybe your syntax is incorrect 'cos at 18 years of age you are still a minor in Thailand. If your syntax is correct, then para 1 applies, amending the last word of the para!!!

 

Not sure how enforcing the age limit of 20 at night clubs addresses any of your "issues", especially if alcohol can be purchased elsewhere at age 18? And why does the PM need to tell anyone to enforce the the law? Shouldn't they already be doing that as part of their job(s)?

 

And what good does simply issuing order do? Do you honestly believe that the hourly and daily issuance of orders somehow solves any problems here? "You will reconcile now, or else."

 

Alcohol abuse, and its many effects, is a significant issue which requires a multi-pronged program to address: education, health, society, family.

 

I guess some view this sort or paternalistic pontification from on high as "governing"? But suspect the masses just ignore all these orders.

 

 

[williamgeorgeallen]

2 hours ago, TheFishman1 said:

Lol How about banning cops from ownership of bars also Thais like money to much for this to really happen TIT

if you want to run a bar you need police protection and the cheapest way is to get a cop in as a silent partner.  no point fighting the system, even you mr general. like butting your head against the wall.

[overherebc]

40 minutes ago, wgdanson said:

A bit like having a 16 yr old girlfriend in K, or 15 in Denmark. Bring her on holiday here........................legs closed !

Travelling around the western provencies in Canada in the 70's could be confusing. Could drink but not have a bit of the other or could have a bit of the other but not a beer or could not do anything, 18 to 21 years of age. Couldn't legally have beer at a country side barbie unless you put up a tent, ie your abode.

Couldn't stand at some bars and drink, had to be seated, couldn't carry your beer from one table to another, had to ask the staff to do it.

???

[lvr181]

5 hours ago, Thechook said:

Might upset a lot of tourists.  18 yr old can drink and party at clubs in Australia and many travel to Thailand and not being allowed into clubs is going to hurt.

Too bad, how sad, never mind. When in Rome do as the Romans do (or stay at home). Not rocket science.

[trainman34014]

Shame he doesn't do something about ten year old's riding Motorbikes with their seven year old sibling on the back and tell parents to stop them from doing it !