How to Report Threats and Harassment in Thailand
Threatening messages, repeated calls, or stalking may not always be a crime — but every instance should be fully documented
Chaiyaphum Office · Nationwide Thailand
For example, a former partner sends threatening messages several times a week, by call and chat app, even after being asked to stop
Who This Page Is For
- People receiving repeated threats or intimidating conduct
- Those being followed or harassed at work or at home
- Anyone unsure whether the behaviour amounts to a criminal offence
Common Concerns and Practical Responses
It has happened many times, but I hesitate to report
Keep the messages, screenshots, call logs, and a dated record; even before reporting, this evidence makes any later decision easier
They may claim it was private talk or normal speech
Whether conduct is an offence depends on the content, the repetition, and the context — a chronological incident log is the heart of proving it
I fear reporting will be futile or complicated
A police report formally records the facts; even where it does not immediately lead to prosecution, it is the basis for protection or further steps
What You Can Do Yourself
- Stop responding in messages and preserve all evidence without deleting
- Log the date, channel, and substance of each incident in one file
- Inform people around you or your workplace for safety
- If there is immediate danger or escalation, report to the police at once
Where a Lawyer Can Help
- Assessing from the actual evidence whether the conduct is an offence under the law
- Organising the incident log so it is ready to file with a complaint
- Coordinating protective measures or prosecution as the situation requires
Common Concerns Before Deciding
The messages are not violently threatening. Can I still report?
Not every word is an offence, but repeated harassment may fall within other provisions depending on the facts — consult with your evidence at hand
They use fake accounts. Can they be identified?
Identifying the person is a step within the lawful authority of the inquiry officer; the evidence you keep helps make the link
Will they know I reported them?
There are practices for reporter safety; the risks of each case can be discussed with the lawyer and the inquiry officer
Frequently Asked Questions
What offences can message-based harassment fall under?
It depends on the substance — such as intimidation, defamation, or importing false information — and each case must be analysed separately
How should I keep usable evidence?
Screenshots with timestamps, the sender’s number or account, and a dated log — without editing the content
What if it is a colleague or someone close?
Keep evidence the same way, and consider the organisation’s channel alongside the legal channel as appropriate
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