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Last updated on August 6, 2026
A criminal offence that can be settled privately between the injured party and the offender, extinguishing the criminal case. Under Section 96 of the Thai Criminal Code, the victim must file a complaint within three months of learning of the offence and the offender’s identity. If the parties reach a compromise before judgment, the prosecution is terminated. Common examples are simple defamation, petty theft between relatives, and certain assault cases.
See also our full guide: criminal law in Thailand.
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