The bureau said road rules must be enforced when and where necessary but not at designated checkpoints. Such checkpoints were set up to apparently "enforce road rules", but might be there for other reasons. The bureau, however, continues to operate checkpoints for carrying out breathalyser tests, catching motorcycle speed racers and inspecting vehicle noise and exhaust fume emissions. Please join us on our Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/bangkokpostlearningCity police have issued photos on their website to show which roadside checkpoints in Bangkok are authorised and which are not. Click "play" to listen to The rights and wrongs of police checkpoints and "Download" to keep this file for educational purpose.

Source: Bangkok Post October 25, 2017 03:45 UTC