Author Archives: M.L. Numlapyos Sritawat

Thailand Digital Platform Regulation 2025: Draft PEA, CCA, Lèse-Majesté and Compliance Obligations

I. Introduction: Thailand’s Regulatory Crossroads Thailand’s digital regulatory model is undergoing a structural realignment. For most of the past two decades, online enforcement rested primarily on the Computer Crime Act (CCA), criminal defamation, and traditional Criminal Code provisions. These regimes … Read More

Software Development Disputes in Thailand: Non-Payment, IP Protection & Enforcement Guide 2025

International software developers working in Thailand often face legal and operational issues when clients don’t pay for delivered software, claim non-performance, or continue using the product after defaulting. These issues become more complicated when clients are outside Thailand, making legal … Read More

Navigating Thailand’s Specialized Courts: Essential Insights on Access, Procedures, Costs, and Eligibility

In today’s interconnected business world, Thailand’s specialized courts act as focused and efficient venues for resolving disputes in areas such as intellectual property, taxation, bankruptcy, and technology-related violations. As of September 30, 2025, these courts and divisions continue to adapt … Read More

Rules of Evidence in Proving Criminal Defamation in Thailand

Navigating criminal defamation in Thailand demands a clear understanding of evidentiary rules. This article explores the legal framework under Penal Code Sections 326–328, the role of preliminary hearings, and the admissibility of electronic evidence. Learn how Thai courts, guided by Supreme Court rulings, filter weak claims and protect defendants through defenses like truth and fair comment. Formichella & Sritawat’s expert litigators offer insights to safeguard your reputation in complex defamation cases. Contact us for tailored legal guidance. … Read More

Why Shareholders’ Agreements Must Follow the Law – and What Happens If They Don’t

Thailand Supreme Court Sets Limits on Shareholders’ Agreements: Key Legal Lessons from Decision 3402/2548 Laws create order—business brings complexity. In Thailand, shareholders often depend on private agreements to align commercial expectations and protect investments. But what occurs when these private … Read More

General Standards for the Thailand Supreme Court to Accept a Case

  General Standards for the Thailand Supreme Court to Accept a Case  The Supreme Court of Thailand (also known as the Dika Court) is the highest court in the country. Its authority and procedures are defined under the Constitution of … Read More