Court issues warning on drink, drug driving at NYListen to this articleActivists organise a symbolic activity in December last year demanding law enforcement on drunk driving to prevent fatal accidents during the New Year. Among the most common offences is drunk driving under Section 43(2), which prohibits operating a vehicle while intoxicated by alcohol or other substances. If an offence results in death, penalties rise to three to ten years' imprisonment, fines of 60,000–200,000 baht, and permanent licence revocation. Section 43 prohibits the use of narcotics or mind-altering substances while driving, with penalties increased by one-third above those set under other laws. Khwaeng courts continue to hear cases with penalties of up to three years' imprisonment, such as drunk driving without injuries, which must be filed within 48 hours.

Source: Bangkok Post December 30, 2025 01:58 UTC