The fine for the use of cell phone while driving is expected to range from 400 to 1,000 baht. Meanwhile, the Spokesperson to the Royal Thai Police, Pol. Lt. Gen. Ranarong Yangyeun (รณรงค์ ยั่งยืน), has affirmed that there will be no gap for policemen to take bribe.
Referring to the Act of banning the use of cell phone while driving, Pol. Lt. Gen. Ranarong says exceptions for the use of cell phone while driving will be announced in the Act again. The exceptions include the use of hand free and the use of cell phone while parking.
The Act is considered as an international act as other foreign countries also declares the enforcement.
Source: Thai National News Bureau Public Relations Department - 12 July 2007
