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29/08/2026

🔎 “สืบสวน” กับ “สอบสวน” ต่างกันอย่างไร?
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​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ สองคำนี้เราได้ยินกันบ่อยเวลาเกิดคดีอาญา แต่จริง ๆ แล้ว หน้าที่และกระบวนการต่างกันค่ะ
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ง่าย ๆ คือ
​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ “สืบสวน” เน้นค้นหาข้อเท็จจริง หลักฐาน และเบาะแส เพื่อให้รู้ว่าเกิดอะไรขึ้น ใครเกี่ยวข้อง
​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ “สอบสวน” เป็นขั้นตอนรวบรวมพยานหลักฐานอย่างเป็นกระบวนการ เพื่อนำข้อเท็จจริงมาพิสูจน์ความผิดหรือความบริสุทธิ์ และจัดทำสำนวนเพื่อดำเนินคดีต่อไป
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​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ แล้วใครเป็นคนสืบสวน? ใครเป็นคนสอบสวน? ใช้กฎหมายมาตราไหนบ้าง?
PRT สรุปความแตกต่างไว้ในภาพเดียวค่ะ 👇
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​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ 📌 ที่มา: ประมวลกฎหมายวิธีพิจารณาความอาญา
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28/08/2026

16/07/2026

🎉 Exciting News from Diamond Russell Lawyers! 🎉

We are thrilled to officially announce the launch of our brand-new website!

Head over to diamondrussell.com to explore our updated platform, designed to give you clear, accessible, and up-to-date insights into navigating the Thai legal system.

Whether you are looking for guidance on property ownership, securing your family’s future with comprehensive estate planning, navigating the court system, or looking into our certified notarial services, we’ve updated our core resources to reflect the absolute latest updates in Thai law. ⚖️

Take a look around, bookmark our new home, and stay tuned as we continue to add fresh updates and insights moving forward.

Got a legal question or need to schedule a consultation? Get in touch with us directly through our new site or drop us a message right here!

👉 Visit us today: diamondrussell.com

16/07/2026

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In 1865, a peasant woman in Siam did something almost unthinkable for her time. She stood before the King himself and demanded the right to choose the man she would marry. And astonishingly, she won.

Her name was Amdaeng Muean. Born a commoner, she lived in an era when Thai women had almost no say over their own lives. They couldn't be educated, and a daughter could effectively be married off, or even sold, by her parents like property.
But Muean refused to accept it. Her parents tried to force her into marriage with a man she did not love. She fled, not once but twice, and fell in love with someone of her own choosing. When the arranged suitor claimed legal rights over her, she did the boldest thing imaginable. She traveled to the Grand Palace and petitioned King Mongkut directly.
The King listened. And he ruled in her favor, criticizing laws that treated women as if they were possessions. Her single act of courage pushed him to change Siamese law, recognizing a woman's right to choose her own husband, and making it illegal to sell a wife or daughter.

One ordinary woman, standing alone against an entire system, quietly became the spark for modern Thai women's rights.
History is shaped not only by kings and generals, but sometimes by one person who simply refuses to accept "no."

14/07/2026

🇹🇭 Born Outside Thailand? Is It Still Possible to Obtain Thai Citizenship and a Thai ID Card if the Birth Was Registered Late?

Many people mistakenly believe that if they were born outside the Kingdom of Thailand and their birth was not registered within the legal timeframe, they automatically lose the right to Thai citizenship or to obtain a Thai National ID Card.

This is not necessarily the case.

If an individual is entitled to Thai nationality under Thai law, for example, by descent through a Thai father or Thai mother, a late birth registration does not automatically extinguish that right. Rather, it creates additional challenges in proving the person’s legal status and eligibility.

In cases involving late birth registration, the District Registrar will carefully examine all available evidence, which may include:

* Official foreign birth records or birth certificates
* Documents confirming the Thai nationality of the father or mother
* House Registration (Tabien Baan) records
* Testimony from relatives and other credible witnesses
* Historical government records and other supporting evidence

Where the documentary evidence is incomplete or questions arise regarding biological parentage or identity, the Registrar may, depending on the circumstances of the case, require DNA testing as supporting evidence. Whether DNA testing is necessary is determined on a case-by-case basis and remains subject to the Registrar’s discretion and the applicable legal framework.

These applications involve far more than simply submitting documents. Success often depends on careful legal preparation, thorough collection of evidence, and presenting a well-supported case that satisfies the legal requirements and addresses any concerns raised by the authorities.

Every case is unique. A well-planned legal strategy from the outset can significantly improve the efficiency of the process and the likelihood of a successful outcome.

Diamond Russell Lawyers provides legal assistance in matters including:

• Thai nationality and citizenship by descent
• Late birth registration applications
• Thai House Registration (Tabien Baan) matters
• Thai National ID Card applications
• Civil registration and administrative law matters

Disclaimer: This post provides general legal information only and should not be regarded as legal advice. Every case depends on its own facts, supporting evidence, the applicable laws and regulations, and the discretion of the competent authorities.

11/07/2026

📱 Criminal Records Division Launches Online Criminal Record Check Service – Available from 15 July 2026

The Criminal Records Division (CRD) is introducing a fully digital Online Criminal Record Check service, allowing individuals to request a criminal record certificate using their full name and Thai National ID number. The new system is designed to provide a faster, more convenient, and secure service for those who require a criminal record check for employment, visa applications, or other official purposes.

The service will officially become available from 15 July 2026.

Applicants can access the service through the official Criminal Records Division website:
www.crd.go.th/bg/landing

The process consists of four simple steps:

1. Submit an Application
Visit the website and complete the online application form for a criminal record check.

2. Verify Your Identity
Identity verification can be completed either by:

* Using the ThaiD mobile application; or
* Entering the Laser Code printed on the back of your Thai National ID card together with the required personal information.

3. Make an Online Payment
The system supports multiple payment methods, including:

* Mobile Banking / Internet Banking
* QR Code payment
* Bill Payment at participating banks
* ATM payment

4. Receive Your Criminal Record Certificate
The completed criminal record check will be sent directly to your email address in electronic form, bearing a Digital Signature to ensure authenticity, security, and legal reliability.

Additional Benefit for ThaiD Users

Applicants who verify their identity through the ThaiD application will enjoy the greatest convenience, as they can request and receive their criminal record certificate electronically by email anytime and from anywhere.

Obtaining a Hard Copy

Applicants who prefer not to receive an electronic certificate, or who require an original paper certificate signed by an authorised officer, may still choose to collect the document in person at any of the following locations nationwide:

* Criminal Records Division Headquarters
* Forensic Science Centres 1–10
* Provincial Forensic Science Offices throughout Thailand

For further information, please contact the Name-Based Criminal Record Check Unit at +66 2 205 1347, or visit the official website www.crd.go.th.

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13/06/2026

📚 Professional Development Update

On 13 June 2026, representatives of DRL Lawyers and Legal Consultants attended the Regional Legal Seminar titled:

“Nominee and Money Laundering Litigation: Cases Involving Holding Assets and Bank Accounts on Behalf of Foreign Nationals”

organized by the Lawyers Council of Thailand in Pattaya, Chonburi Province.

The seminar brought together legal professionals and government specialists to discuss current developments in the investigation and prosecution of nominee structures, asset-holding arrangements for foreign nationals, and money laundering offenses. Particular emphasis was placed on legal enforcement trends, evidentiary requirements, asset tracing and seizure procedures, and litigation strategies in complex financial and cross-border cases.

The program featured presentations by senior officials from the Department of Special Investigation (DSI), including experts in national security and international crime investigations, who shared practical insights into emerging enforcement approaches and recent developments affecting businesses, investors, and legal practitioners.

At DRL, we believe that continuous professional education is essential to providing our clients with informed, effective, and up-to-date legal advice. Participation in programs such as this enables our team to remain current with evolving legal frameworks, regulatory developments, and enforcement practices relevant to foreign investment, corporate structuring, compliance, asset protection, and dispute resolution matters.

We remain committed to maintaining the highest professional standards and delivering practical legal solutions to our clients in an increasingly complex legal and regulatory environment.

13/06/2026

📚 Professional Development Update

On 13 June 2026, representatives of DRL Lawyers and Legal Consultants attended the Regional Legal Seminar titled:

“Nominee and Money Laundering Litigation: Cases Involving Holding Assets and Bank Accounts on Behalf of Foreign Nationals”

organized by the Lawyers Council of Thailand in Pattaya, Chonburi Province.

The seminar brought together legal professionals and government specialists to discuss current developments in the investigation and prosecution of nominee structures, asset-holding arrangements for foreign nationals, and money laundering offenses. Particular emphasis was placed on legal enforcement trends, evidentiary requirements, asset tracing and seizure procedures, and litigation strategies in complex financial and cross-border cases.

The program featured presentations by senior officials from the Department of Special Investigation (DSI), including experts in national security and international crime investigations, who shared practical insights into emerging enforcement approaches and recent developments affecting businesses, investors, and legal practitioners.

At DRL, we believe that continuous professional education is essential to providing our clients with informed, effective, and up-to-date legal advice. Participation in programs such as this enables our team to remain current with evolving legal frameworks, regulatory developments, and enforcement practices relevant to foreign investment, corporate structuring, compliance, asset protection, and dispute resolution matters.

We remain committed to maintaining the highest professional standards and delivering practical legal solutions to our clients in an increasingly complex legal and regulatory environment.

18/02/2026

Thailand’s Department of Business Development (DBD) has issued a strong warning and is preparing to take legal action against law firms and accounting firms suspected of helping foreigners illegally operate businesses through Thai nominee arrangements.

The DBD stated that some legal and accounting offices allegedly use their own staff or associates as “nominees” for foreign nationals—allowing foreigners to hold shares and serve as company directors in place of the real owners, in order to bypass Thai legal restrictions.

กรมพัฒนาธุรกิจการค้า ฮึ่มเอาผิดสำนักทนายความ-บัญชี ส่งคนตัวเองเป็นนอมินีต่างชาติ ถือหุ้น-นั่งกรรมการแทน เช็กเข้ม 1 แสนบริษัทใน 12 จังหวัด ตรวจสอบโดนโทษหนัก
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