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CPA Section 47 — Penalty — deceptive advertising/labelling
Consumer Protection Act (พระราชบัญญัติคุ้มครองผู้บริโภค) — Section 47.
Plain-English Summary
Section 47 punishes intentionally deceptive advertising or labelling with up to 6 months' imprisonment or a fine up to THB 100,000, or both (doubled for a repeat offence). Other advertising breaches fall under Sections 48 and 46.
Official Text
Official Thai text at the Royal Gazette / Office of the Council of State. Translation summary only.
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Consumer Protection Act
พระราชบัญญัติคุ้มครองผู้บริโภค · B.E. 2522 (1979)
The Consumer Protection Act B.E. 2522 (1979) is the principal Thai statute protecting consumer interests. It established the Office of the Consumer Protection Board (OCPB) and authorises sub-committees for product safety, advertising, contracts, and labelling. Specific notifications (e.g., on residential rental, second-hand vehicles) carry sub-statutory regulatory weight.
The summary above is a plain-English educational paraphrase of Section 47 of the Consumer Protection Act. It is not an authoritative translation. For the binding Thai text, consult the Royal Gazette or the Office of the Council of State. Educational use only — not a substitute for advice from a Thai-qualified lawyer.
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