Traffic police ordered to unmask, warn first, reject bribes
Thailand's traffic police nationwide have been ordered to show their faces when dealing with motorists, issue warnings before progressive fines, and refuse bribes. Serious violations like drunk driving are exempt from the warning-first rule. Fines must be paid later through official channels.
What this means for you
- All drivers in Thailand, including foreigners, will see traffic police remove sunglasses and face masks when addressing them, and may receive a warning for a first minor violation.
- Police are prohibited from collecting fines on the spot; drivers must be instructed to pay later via official channels.
Sources
3 reports