The problems of the legality of blind boxes under the Gambling Act B.E. 2478 (1935)

ปัญหาความชอบด้วยกฎหมายของกล่องสุ่มสินค้าตามพระราชบัญญัติการพนัน พ.ศ. 2478

Name: Tunrada Wiangket

keyword: Blind boxes

; Game of chance

; Premium gifts or prizes

; Gambling Act B.E. 2478

Abstract: This thesis investigates the legal status of blind boxes in Thailand under the Gambling Act B.E. 2478 (1935). The research focuses on two key questions: how are blind boxes currently classified within the Act, and is the existing legislation sufficient to effectively regulate the blind box market? To gain a broader perspective, the thesis conducts a comparative analysis of legal frameworks in the United Kingdom, Belgium, Japan, and China. This analysis explores how these countries regulate blind boxes and the control measures they utilize. The research finds that certain types of blind boxes in Thailand can be considered gambling under the Act. Specifically, blind boxes that introduce an element of chance, like a game involving winning and losing, are similar to “soft games of chance” defined in Section 4, Paragraph 2. These types of blind boxes require a license to operate. Additionally, prize blind boxes, where purchase offers a chance to win prizes, are considered “arrangements for premium gifts or prizes by means of taking a chance” under Section 8 and also necessitate licensing. However, the thesis argues that the current Gambling Act, while encompassing some aspects of blind boxes, has limitations in effectively regulating the entire market. These limitations include the absence of specific regulations tailored for blind boxes and limited control measures to address concerns and challenges with the geographically-based licensing system due to the online availability of blind boxes. Based on the comparative analysis, the thesis proposes potential solutions, such as introducing specific regulations for blind boxes within the Gambling Act framework. The research suggests implementing control measures inspired by other countries, such as price caps and transparency requirements regarding item distribution and value ranges. This research aims to contribute to a clearer understanding of the legal status of blind boxes in Thailand and provide policymakers with valuable insights for developing a more effective regulatory framework for this evolving market.

Thammasat University. Thammasat University Library

Address: BANGKOK

Email: preserv@tu.ac.th

Name: Ronnakorn Bunmee

Role: advisor

Created: 2024

Modified: 2024-11-23

Issued: 2024-11-23

วิทยานิพนธ์/Thesis

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DOI: 10.14457/TU.the.2023.450

eng

DegreeName: Master of Laws

Level: Master's Degree

Descipline: Business Laws

Grantor: Thammasat University

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