webfact Posted December 12, 2019 Share Posted December 12, 2019 Rewards for reporting road violations now offered in Phuket By Tanyaluk Sakoot Phuket Land Transport Office (PLTO) Chief Banyat Kantha. Photo: PLTO PHUKET: People in Phuket who report motorists violating basic transport laws can now receive nearly 50% of the fine issued, Phuket Land Transport Office (PLTO) Chief Banyat Kantha has confirmed. The confirmation follows Chief Banyat holding a meeting with his own officers yesterday (Dec 11) to explain the rewards now on offer. The rewards are in line with the announcement by Department of Land Transport Director-General Chirute Visalachitra on Monday (Dec 9), Mr Banyat said. Read more at https://www.thephuketnews.com/rewards-for-reporting-road-violations-now-offered-in-phuket-73978.php#kr38ijErXF72oqkT.99 -- © Copyright Phuket News 2019-12-13 Follow Thaivisa on LINE for breaking Thailand news and visa info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
observer90210 Posted December 12, 2019 Share Posted December 12, 2019 And how will they prove that Somchai is saying the truth and not just trying to rip off another foreigner in his car with falacious reporting ? ? ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossy Posted December 12, 2019 Share Posted December 12, 2019 27 minutes ago, observer90210 said: And how will they prove that Somchai is saying the truth and not just trying to rip off another foreigner in his car with falacious reporting ? ? ? From the linked article:- Quote People reporting offenders are asked to provide photos and the licence plate number of the offending vehicle, Mr Banyat said. “The informer must have complete evidence such as images or video clips. Also the informer must have clearly recorded the date, time and place of accident, a description of the vehicle, the vehicle’s registration and other information. It must be good enough so that officials can follow up quickly,” he explained. Not foolproof but at least it's not entirely he said - she said. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Is this real Posted December 12, 2019 Share Posted December 12, 2019 So, by accurately turning in violators, a person could earn thousands every day. Right? So many questions. Is not wearing a helmet an offense? How much? Can you set up a camera + recording system at an intersection to catch hundreds of violators? Will the person who turns in a violator receive 24 hour police protection? It will certainly be needed. Would a falang need a work permit to do this? Would it be safer to have the actual police do this, thus saving money and not creating violent reprisals? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beechbum Posted December 12, 2019 Share Posted December 12, 2019 LOL...This should be interesting! include vehicles emitting black smoke exceeding the legal limits, carrying more than the registered number of passengers, parking across driveways or other places where parking is not permitted Hmmmm.... “In addition, the informer must specify informer’s full name, address, phone number and the bank account number, in case case the investigating officer needs to contact them. All informer’s details will be kept secret,” he assured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mok199 Posted December 12, 2019 Share Posted December 12, 2019 TTT ( thai think tank) with a new brain fart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huuwi Posted December 12, 2019 Share Posted December 12, 2019 when you see the first bloke with a gopro on a intersection......make sure you stop before it is red. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChipButty Posted December 12, 2019 Share Posted December 12, 2019 I always thought side cars were illegal especially with no lights Im going to stand outside the markets every night should make a fortune, Ill start work at 4 pm outside the school then move to the market Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paahlman Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 1 hour ago, Is this real said: So, by accurately turning in violators, a person could earn thousands every day. Right? So many questions. Is not wearing a helmet an offense? How much? Can you set up a camera + recording system at an intersection to catch hundreds of violators? Will the person who turns in a violator receive 24 hour police protection? It will certainly be needed. Would a falang need a work permit to do this? Would it be safer to have the actual police do this, thus saving money and not creating violent reprisals? All of these points where my exact same thoughts...Welcome the police of state. or is it the state of the police that speaks volumes.. No in fact we neeed "the eye of the pineapple" idea to strike again.. Start spying on your neighbours!! You can even earn money on it... NOT! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJKT2014 Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 Is there a special set of road regulations for Phuket? Last time I went there everyone was overtaking on the inside lane. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bristolgeoff Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 they will be waiting at traffic lights with the phone ready to take that pic.a new line of income for thais now.red lights helmets speed the lot.save the police a job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Assurancetourix Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 1 hour ago, ChipButty said: I always thought side cars were illegal This is also what I have often heard. The "saleng" are vehicles theoretically prohibited on open roads in Thailand, like quads which are not registered and yet we see them on the road ... But there are hundreds of thousands ... which are registered with the plate of the motorcycle whereas it is not a motorcycle anymore but a vehicle with three wheels ... All this is <deleted>; the cops just have to do the work for which they are paid. But we must not forget either that the delation is the national sport of the Thai people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dotpoom Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 3 hours ago, observer90210 said: And how will they prove that Somchai is saying the truth and not just trying to rip off another foreigner in his car with falacious reporting ? ? ? How would a person know what country a driver is from. If my brother was driving down the main Street I wouldn't know it was him because of the blacked out windows? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thailand49 Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 Interesting idea? The problem here is the Thais authorities have no idea themselves as to the rules or proper execution therefore if I report a violation other than someone being drunk or something obvious they will just give you a stare What? I would be rich if they knew and believe when I report an violation even then as a foreigner the police would say " No This is Thailand " what a waste of time for a foreigner and don't expect much reporting from Thais since they have no idea what the rules are?????????✈️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terminatorchiangmai Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 and even smoking while driving ? This new law about not smoking while driving with your kids in the car is ridiculous, they’re freezing out there. But seriously there should come an app connected with your Thai bankaccount for reporting offences nationwide. Thai or Foreigner living here make a pic with your phone , send it with the app and receive money right away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickey rat Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 Simply file a report with the Thai police? Hmm. ???? Good luck with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike787 Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 really!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickey rat Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 1 hour ago, MJKT2014 said: Is there a special set of road regulations for Phuket? Last time I went there everyone was overtaking on the inside lane. That's because the passing lane is blocked by over loaded pick ups. DUH. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 4 hours ago, webfact said: PHUKET: People in Phuket who report motorists violating basic transport laws can now receive nearly 50% of the fine issued, Phuket Land Transport Office (PLTO) Chief Banyat Kantha has confirmed. Just get the police to do what they're already paid for! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob12345 Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 Its almost like they could hire dedicated people to do this job. Give them some training, let them do all the paperwork, get them a uniform to make them recognizable, and give them a silly sounding job description like "police officer" or something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mserror Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 Noting violations would take twice as long as the trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangkok Barry Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 2 hours ago, Assurancetourix said: This is also what I have often heard. The "saleng" are vehicles theoretically prohibited on open roads in Thailand, like quads which are not registered and yet we see them on the road ... But there are hundreds of thousands ... which are registered with the plate of the motorcycle whereas it is not a motorcycle anymore but a vehicle with three wheels ... All this is <deleted>; the cops just have to do the work for which they are paid. But we must not forget either that the delation is the national sport of the Thai people. They might be illegal, but my brother-in-law has one. And he's a policeman. Says it all, really. Actually, I believe that it is only illegal for people to ride in them, but I might be wrong. Not that something being illegal has any relevance in Thailand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Expat Brad Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 Why don't they just get the Police to do their job..... That could be an idea too!!! ???????????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mushroomdave Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 I travel between Thailand and Taiwan a lot, and in Taipei (all Taiwan not sure?) there are anonymous tip/ reporting lines for all kinds of things. You can call in AC's dripping onto sidewalks to motorbikes with illegal exhausts and so many more. All you do is call in, report the infraction and get a code. Police go investigate and if so, the people are fined. You call back in 15 days and enter the code to see if they were fined and if they had, you get 50% (or about). You then just enter a bank account # for it to be deposited into and done!! And guess what?......I haven't seen water dripping onto sidewalks or illegal exhausts for many years now!! It works if ran correctly.......so in Thailand, you never know lol lol lol!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benmart Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 6 hours ago, observer90210 said: And how will they prove that Somchai is saying the truth and not just trying to rip off another foreigner in his car with falacious reporting ? ? ? I have a car cam and possibly others do as well. Supporting a claim is great with video evidence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krataiboy Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 A great way to sow seeds of division in an increasingly fractured society and another step towards a Chinese-style totalitarian state. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seeall Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 6 hours ago, Is this real said: So, by accurately turning in violators, a person could earn thousands every day. Right? So many questions. Is not wearing a helmet an offense? How much? Can you set up a camera + recording system at an intersection to catch hundreds of violators? Will the person who turns in a violator receive 24 hour police protection? It will certainly be needed. Would a falang need a work permit to do this? Would it be safer to have the actual police do this, thus saving money and not creating violent reprisals? All well said... its a silly idea really... and yes the cops should be doing their job... yes a camera recording thousands of locals with no helmets, kids riding and so on, but hey, if they dont pay road tax or have a licence who cares? its just another money grab for the do gooders to pay.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30la Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 Thailand is increasingly becoming a nation of paid complainants! Make your police work the right way, you don't need complainants! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seeall Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 18 minutes ago, Benmart said: I have a car cam and possibly others do as well. Supporting a claim is great with video evidence. do it, and let us know how it goes... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gandtee Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 Meanwhile, raise the speed limit to 120kph???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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