dotpoom 8,185 Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 Didn't say how many points one starts off with...back home it's 12. Big difference though...back home people have a licence to begin with. Link to post Share on other sites
Fred white 1,179 Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 27 minutes ago, DavisH said: They won't get a western-like reduction in traffic accidents with those rules. Getting caught drunk 3 times with no real penalty? Try this: https://www.rms.nsw.gov.au/roads/safety-rules/demerits-offences/drug-alcohol/drug-alcohol-offences.html There would be a lot less drunks on the road...but still it needs enforcement. That is the problem. And more rigorous driver testing. Typically in the US you would have already lost your license and probably be in jail Link to post Share on other sites
Fred white 1,179 Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 1 hour ago, GarryP said: On a visit upcountry, I was stopped by the police at a temporary check point and was shocked that most other people stopped did not even have a license. Not just motorbike riders, but car drivers too. Its insane. They should have their vehicles impounded until they come back with a valid license. But then the police would have to invest in rather large parking facilities for all the impounded vehicles. All the check points I've been through they just looked at my tax sticker and seatbelt I have never been asked for a license,may change tomorrow Link to post Share on other sites
NightSky 1,593 Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 Some red lights are rather hidden and difficult to see. Is there a way to dispute if the light was hidden by an overgrown tree, unauthorized signage or 200 telephone and electricity cables? Link to post Share on other sites
gunderhill 6,059 Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 4 hours ago, webfact said: going the wrong way on the highway, passing through red lights, DUI, using phones while driving and not wearing helmets on motorcycles. Why dont they just send EVERY Thai a fine now to save time? Link to post Share on other sites
Reigntax 11,227 Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 Most can't even point to a driving licence.....because they don't have one. Link to post Share on other sites
RichardColeman 26,244 Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 4 hours ago, webfact said: Drunk driving: 3 points Red lights: 2 points Helmets and speeding: 1 point each So, next time you're stopped in your car and you were not speeding, not gone through a red light and not drunk, they'll get you for no helmet in the car ? Link to post Share on other sites
Geoffggi 4,306 Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 What the Thai government or police force does not understand is in Japan & European countries the penalties are penalties and are issued as a deterrent. the above penalties as broken down by many people above are a joke and will not be any sort of deterrent so a complete waste of time. Link to post Share on other sites
wombat 2,840 Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 once you are down to zero points, having no more to lose, you will be waved through to continue your journey. Link to post Share on other sites
Vacuum 14,704 Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 4 hours ago, webfact said: He hopes that once the system comes in in Thailand that the number of accidents on the roads will diminish just like it had in Japan and the western countries. At least he's realistic. (my bold) Link to post Share on other sites
wombat 2,840 Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 25 minutes ago, NightSky said: Some red lights are rather hidden and difficult to see. Is there a way to dispute if the light was hidden by an overgrown tree, unauthorized signage or 200 telephone and electricity cables? you can dispute all you like....if you hadn't been here it would not have happened for you to dispute is the end result of that so i believe. Link to post Share on other sites
dallen52 2,012 Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 What a load if cobblers. Many don't have a license to get points deducted from. Plus its well known in many countries that offenders are often repeat offenders. The hip pockets have to be seriously affected by fines before they will learn. Minor infringements are 3 points and 8,000 baht on the spot in Australia. DUI and the license and car are gone. Mobile phone use is points and about $400. Starts to slowly sink in.. Doesn't it? Link to post Share on other sites
SpanishExpat 723 Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 My girlfriend`s 5yr old cousin often plays Forza Motorsport with me on the XBox. Guess he drives better then many thai guys out there on the road:) A point system will change ZERO! What WOULD change is a proper preparation similar to European Countries. A minimum of practical AND theoretical lessons. The huge difference is that most Thai people have no clue what anticipatory diving is. That would reduce quite a few traffic jams. Ah and i forgot....for gods sake stop and penalize zig zag overtaking. That`s the most annoying thing for me on thai roads. Link to post Share on other sites
30la 2,027 Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 4 hours ago, webfact said: The Maj-Gen told Daily News at the 14th seminar on road safety in Bang Na last week that getting points on licences for infractions on the roads had been in place in the US, Japan and Europe for 20 years. In some European countries, the points on the license have been in force for more than 30 years! Link to post Share on other sites
bbbbooboo 902 Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 Hmmm... I guess the problem is this will have no effect on people who drive with no licence, whom I suggest, at least in the country areas would be the majority.TIT Link to post Share on other sites
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