Reported Fraud to Thai Police but No Progress?
You filed a fraud complaint months ago, but you do not know what stage the case is at or what to do next
Chaiyaphum Office · Nationwide Thailand
For example, you filed a complaint about an investment scam with transfer records attached, yet months have passed with no further summons and no clear indication of how far the inquiry has progressed
Who This Page Is For
- Victims who have reported fraud or property offences and have not received an update
- Complainants waiting for the next appointment after giving a statement
- Anyone who suspects the case has stalled
Common Concerns and Practical Responses
I reported the fraud, but nothing seems to happen
You may ask the responsible inquiry officer about the status, citing your complaint number or the daily record, or authorise a lawyer to follow up on your behalf
What if my evidence is not enough?
Review your transfer records, conversations, contracts, and related documents, and arrange them in chronological order so that any further clarification to the officer is systematic
Even if the suspect is prosecuted, will I get my money back?
Criminal prosecution and recovering your money are separate matters; property obtained through the offence may be returned, or a separate civil claim may be needed, so both tracks should be planned together
What You Can Do Yourself
- Collect copies of the complaint, the daily police record, and transfer evidence
- Note the name and position of the responsible inquiry officer and the contact channel
- Follow up periodically, or submit a written inquiry
- If you want a representative, execute a power of attorney so a lawyer can act for you
Where a Lawyer Can Help
- Following up with the inquiry officer on behalf of the victim
- Reviewing the evidence before further clarification, so statements address the right issues
- Assessing whether a civil claim to recover the money can run alongside the criminal case
Common Concerns Before Deciding
Do I always need a lawyer?
No. Victims may follow up themselves; a lawyer helps when the case is complex, the evidence is extensive, or continuous follow-up is needed
Is a slow case abnormal?
Speed varies with the number of parties, the evidence, and the workload of the authority, but victims are entitled to ask about progress under the law
What if the authority does not answer?
Submit a written inquiry, or have an authorised lawyer follow up — a clearer channel than repeated phone calls
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I withdraw the complaint in exchange for my money back?
Certain private offences may be compounded with consent, but withdrawal or settlement affects your rights; take advice before deciding
Is there a deadline for a private criminal complaint?
As a rule, a complaint must be filed within 3 months from knowing of the offence and the offender (Penal Code, s. 96), though the details vary with each case
Can a lawyer contact the police immediately?
A power of attorney in the form required by the authority must be executed first; the lawyer can then follow up and receive information on your behalf
Evidence-First Criminal Complaint Preparation
Our working approach: the facts, documents, and available evidence are reviewed first, so that the proposed complaint strategy fits the law and the evidence of each matter. This is a working method, not a promise of outcomes.
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