Integrated Legal Measures: Building Strong Community Networks to Reduce Recidivism in Thai Society

Abstract

This research article aims to study integrated legal measures to build strong community networks to reduce recidivism in Thai society. The objectives are to Study the problems related to the reintegration of offenders into society (rehabilitation) in Thailand, focusing on community participation in preventing recidivism among serious offenders. Examine the concepts and theories related to offender punishment, offender rehabilitation by the state in collaboration with communities, and the welfare and care of released prisoners. Analyze the legal provisions related to the reintegration of offenders into society and the prevention of recidivism through community participation, both in Thailand and abroad. Propose legal measures to prevent recidivism through community participation within Thailand, analyzing models of community participation in restorative justice processes, and exploring approaches to developing laws and policies that facilitate the creation of community networks for recidivism prevention. The research findings indicate that integrating legal measures with the strengthening of community capacity through collaborative networks among the government, private sector, and civil society significantly reduces recidivism rates. The development of legal mechanisms that allow community participation in the justice process, the creation of social and economic support systems for released prisoners, and the promotion of social awareness towards the acceptance of released prisoners back into society are crucial factors for success in reducing recidivism in the Thai social context. The researchers propose policy recommendations for the development of laws and practices that promote effective and sustainable community participation in the justice process.