Background and Criminal Record of the Released Inmate
Mr. Tana, or Pong, was transferred from Pattaya Remand Prison to Rayong Central Prison on Feb. 22, 2021. He completed his full sentence and was released on June 5, 2026. The department noted that the inmate received no special privileges during his incarceration, such as royal pardons, parole, or sentence reductions, and served the full term mandated by the court.
Did You Know? Mr. Tana’s prison transfer took place on Feb. 22, 2021, when he was moved from Pattaya Remand Prison to Rayong Central Prison to serve his sentence for attempted murder, firearms, and drug offenses.
Risk Assessment and Judicial Post-Release Measures
The panel included the prison warden, a representative from the provincial probation office, a representative from the provincial police, a local administration official, and a health or hospital representative. Pursuant to Section 22 of the Act on Measures for Prevention of Repeat Offence in Cases Concerning Sexual Offences or Offences Involving Violence (JSOC) of 2022, the committee evaluated the inmate's risk level. Under Section 16, the committee forwarded its findings to the provincial public prosecutor to file a petition with the court, requesting post-release monitoring orders under Section 24.
On Jan. 13, 2026, the Rayong Provincial Court held a hearing on the petition and ordered a two-year post-release monitoring plan. The court’s conditions prohibited the individual from engaging in risky activities, mandated reporting to a probation officer every three months, and required participation in rehabilitation programs specified by the probation officer. Following the ruling, the released individual requested a transfer of his reporting location to the Chon Buri Probation Office, with plans to reside with a supporter in Huai Yai sub-district, Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri province.
Details Regarding the Second Inmate Released
Mr. Thongchai was an executive prisoner convicted of methamphetamine use, and was routinely processed and released from Pattaya Remand Prison on Sept. 3, 2025. The department clarified that Mr. Thongchai did not fall under the criteria or scope of the JSOC Act.
The agency affirmed that it followed all legal mandates from the period of imprisonment through pre-release screening, risk evaluation, and the transmission of data to relevant authorities. Moving forward, the agency stated it is prepared to share in-depth behavioral data with partner agencies to support strict legal enforcement and close gaps to protect public safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were the specific conditions ordered by the court for Mr. Tana upon his release?
Did Mr. Tana receive any early release benefits or sentence reductions?
No. The department confirmed that he served his full sentence of seven years, seven months, and 25 days without receiving royal pardons, parole, or sentence reductions, and was released upon completing his court-mandated term on June 5, 2026.
Was Mr. Thongchai Srinil subject to the same JSOC monitoring as Mr. Tana?
No. Mr. Thongchai was released after completing a sentence for methamphetamine use on Sept. 3, 2025, and did not fall within the scope of the Act on Measures for Prevention of Repeat Offence.
How will local authorities monitor compliance with the court-mandated conditions for released individuals?
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