Justice Delayed is Justice Denied: Thailand Advances Seven Justice Policies for Faster and Equal Access

Thailand’s Ministry of Justice is advancing seven key policies under the principle “Justice delayed is justice denied,” with an emphasis on making justice faster, more accessible, and equitable for all.

Justice Minister Pol. Lt. Gen. Rutthaphon Naowarat outlined the policies in the televised program “Talk with the Anutin Cabinet” on the National Broadcasting Services of Thailand (NBT) on 12 September 2026. These policies focus on (1) translating royally initiated projects and policies into practice to ensure public access to true justice, (2) combating all forms of crime, (3) tackling drug problems, (4) protecting people's rights and reducing disparities, (5) developing laws and the justice system to international standards, (6) rehabilitating offenders to reintegrate them into society, and (7) strengthening professional administration based on good governance.

The Ministry is working to set clearer timeframes, shorten processing times, and improve coordination from the initial receipt of complaints through to assistance and remedies. Relevant agencies have been instructed to take a proactive, people-centered approach and expedite all operations.

Ensuring equal access to justice is another key priority. Legal counseling, bail assistance, financial compensation, the Justice Fund, community justice centers, and public hotlines serve as vital mechanisms to support the public, particularly those facing financial barriers in fighting their cases.

The reforms aim to make justice more tangible in people’s daily lives by cutting wait times, simplifying procedures, and lowering costs, ensuring that everyone can access justice fairly and without delay.

Source: PR Thai Government