Police are ready to ensure election security, with alcohol sales prohibited starting 6 PM today. Citizens are invited to download the “Police Care” app for an easy-to-understand guide to election laws designed for the public audience.
On 7 Feb 2026, Pol. Lt. Gen. Chaitpochon Suwanrak, Commander of the Personnel Office and Deputy Spokesperson of the Royal Thai Police, stated that for the general election and referendum on Sunday, 8 Feb 2026, National Police Chief Pol. Gen. Kittirat Phanphet has instructed officers to perform security duties and maintain order throughout the election process until the task requested by the Election Commission is complete or until vote counting concludes. This duty is crucial to the democratic process. Police officers are also strictly reminded to remain politically neutral and avoid any actions that could violate election laws.
The police deputy spokesperson said that on election day, police are tasked with securing polling stations, maintaining overall security, and facilitating traffic flow. The National Police Chief has ordered all units to prepare rapid response teams at both police station and provincial levels to be ready to support operations if incidents occur. Officers must thoroughly understand election laws and strictly follow the security and order plans for election management outlined by the Royal Thai Police (Election Protection/66).
Pol. Lt. Gen. Chaitpochon announced that the Royal Thai Police publicly warns citizens that "the sale, distribution, and serving of all types of alcohol and alcoholic beverages are prohibited" from 6 PM today (7 Feb 2026) until 6 PM tomorrow (8 Feb 2026). Violators may face election law penalties of up to 6 months in prison, a fine up to 10,000 baht, or both.
The police deputy spokesperson invites the public to understand their voting rights and responsibilities, as well as actions to avoid that may constitute election law violations. Citizens can access this information via the “Police Care” app under the “News and Updates” feature by selecting “Election Law Knowledge,” which provides clear and comprehensive information. The app is available for download on Android through the Play Store and iOS via the App Store.