Skip to main content
SUWANVARA LAWFIRM
Suwanvara Law Firm Co., Ltd.
SUWANVARA LAWFIRM
SUWANVARA LAWFIRM
Suwanvara Law Firm Co., Ltd.
Chiang Rai

Criminal Law in Chiang Rai

Defending your rights through every stage of criminal proceedings

Our team has extensive experience defending all categories of criminal cases — from minor offenses to serious felonies — with thorough analysis of facts and legal issues to protect your rights and freedom.

Criminal Law in Chiang Rai — About us

Chiang Rai is Thailand's northernmost province, bordering both Myanmar and Laos. Trade through the Mae Sai, Chiang Saen, and Chiang Khong crossings — the latter on the 4th Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge — shapes the disputes that actually arise here: customs, cross-border sale contracts, debt recovery where the debtor sits in another jurisdiction, and land disputes across highland farming and tourism areas.

Suwanvara Law Firm has run border-trade and customs matters continuously from its Mekong-side base in the Northeast, so the procedures, paperwork, and workable lines of defence in this class of case are familiar ground. We work in Thai, English, and Chinese, run the file from our Khon Kaen head office and Bangkok branch, and travel to appear at the Chiang Rai Provincial Court as scheduled.

Courts we appear at

  • Chiang Rai Provincial Court
  • Thoeng Provincial Court
  • Chiang Rai Juvenile and Family Court
  • Region 5 Labor Court (Chiang Mai)
500
km from HQ
1.3M
population
4
courts

Mueang Chiang Rai, Mae Sai, Chiang Saen, Chiang Khong, Mae Chan, Phan, Thoeng, and the areas continuing into Phayao and Chiang Mai

What we cover in Chiang Rai

  • General and special criminal cases
  • Bail applications and trial defense
  • Appeals and supreme court proceedings
  • Drug, human trafficking, and economic crimes
  • Victim representation and complaints

Contact our Chiang Rai attorneys

We serve clients across Thailand. Initial consultation.

Frequently asked questions — Criminal Law in Chiang Rai

8 questions answered

Exercise your right to remain silent and request an attorney immediately. Do not give statements or sign anything before counsel is present. We are available 24/7 at +66 92 254 2045.
Bail may be posted via property, cash, or personal surety; the amount depends on the offense category. We can prepare documents and file the bail application the same day.
Limitations depend on maximum penalty: 20 years for capital crimes, 15 years for 7+ year imprisonment, 10 years for 1-7 year imprisonment, and 1 year for petty offenses.
Appeals must be filed within one month of the judgment reading. Supreme Court appeals likewise have a one-month window. We always file within the deadline.
We represent foreign nationals of any country, with English and Chinese interpreters and embassy coordination as appropriate.
Fees depend on the matter's nature and complexity. We always provide a clear written quote before starting. Initial consultation is free — call +66 92 254 2045.
No — initial phone, email, or LINE consultations are free, so you can assess your situation before committing.
It depends on the matter type. We provide a clear timeline at the outset and regular progress updates.