How to Report Assault to the Police in Thailand
Your safety comes first. Once you are safe, evidence against time is the most important part of the case
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For example, you were assaulted after an argument at a restaurant, in front of witnesses, and the restaurant’s CCTV recorded the incident
Who This Page Is For
- Victims of physical violence, or family members assisting them
- Those who have not yet seen a doctor or do not know why a medical certificate matters
- Anyone worried that evidence will disappear before reporting
Common Concerns and Practical Responses
I am not safe. I fear being hurt again
Move to a safe place and seek medical care first; if there is immediate danger, contact emergency officials at once — the law provides several measures to protect victims
I am afraid the injuries will fade before they are recorded
A hospital medical certificate documents the injuries as of the date of the incident; see a doctor promptly even for minor injuries, and photograph the injuries regularly
What if the other side claims I attacked first?
Contextual evidence — CCTV, witnesses, and the timing of events — shows the true sequence, which is why it should be secured quickly
What You Can Do Yourself
- Receive treatment and obtain a medical certificate stating the cause of injury
- Photograph the injuries and the scene, with dates and times
- Identify witnesses and promptly ask the premises owner about CCTV
- Report to the police with the medical certificate and the collected evidence
Where a Lawyer Can Help
- Assessing the law and the elements of the offence from the actual facts
- Following up the inquiry and appointments on the victim’s behalf
- Separating the criminal track from a civil claim for injury damages
Common Concerns Before Deciding
The injury is minor. Should I still report?
The decision is the victim’s, but a first-day medical certificate can be kept, and apparently minor injuries may have later findings
How quickly must I report?
A private criminal offence must be complained of within 3 months from knowing of the offence and the offender, so time should not be left to run
The other side offers money to settle. What should I do?
Compounding a private offence is possible under the law, but consider your protection and long-term damages before agreeing
Frequently Asked Questions
How important is the medical certificate?
It is the evidence of the injuries and their cause on the day of the incident, used with the complaint and the inquiry, so obtain it at the first medical visit
Will CCTV be deleted after a few days?
Each system keeps footage for a different period, so ask the premises owner to preserve it quickly, or notify the inquiry officer to secure it
Will the offender be prosecuted immediately?
That depends on the inquiry and the lawful discretion of the inquiry officer and the public prosecutor
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