SteinKR

no this is going to scare a lot of people. they vshould at least give a bit of grace like not start for a month so overstayers can leave

Oh finally a good news! i was so concerned about going out at night time (but even during the day for that matter), knowing that i might eventually came across one of the very feared "overstayers" , i can cope with almost any sort of issues or dangers, but having to deal with a man/woman which is not a "quality tourist" is already bad enough, leave alone someone which break this vital law! is just too much, nevermind the killers, scammers, abusers,cheaters,thiefs around us, the constant chronic break of safety standards and human rights, etc.., go and get the overstayers that's the real crime in this country, the main priority for the resolution of all major problems affecting the country for sure,  thank you amazing Thailand!

Best strategy -- not to EVER allow him the chance to prove his words. Similar thing to Iran, they SAY they want nukes for peaceful purposes only, best to NOT allow them the chance to prove that dubious claim.