The Study of Legal Development Guidelines for the Deprived People and Laws for the Deprived People Protection since 2557 B.E.

Abstract

This article aims to present the Study of Legal Development Guidelines for the Deprived People (The Destitute). The objectives of the study are twofold: First, to study the problems and the needs for legislative protection for the deprived people and examine the legal enforcement and obstacles in the implementation of the relevant legislation including international law in term of comparative study. Second, to generate law draft and policy recommendations concerning the deprived people. The study uses Qualitative Research Method through documentary research and field research. It was initiated by the Legal Division, Ministry of Social Development and Human Security in 2550 B.E., and assigned the task of the research to Social Administration Faculty, Thammasat University. The study has finalized the definition of the word. “The Deprived People(The Destitute).” The objectives of the research are achieved. Moreover, in an aspect of the administrative and policy measures, focused on human dignity and to meet the basic needs of the deprived people, are suggested. In an aspect of the legislative measures, a possible legal mechanism should be created, including a draft law for the Deprived People is proposed. Currently, the government has enacted “Laws for the Deprived People Protection” since 2557 B.E. that is likely consistent with the research. However, there are some differences, for example, the definition and how to access to the shelters of the deprived people. In practice, nevertheless, the process of protection can continue without obstacles. Meanwhile, the Law should be revised and improved in the future.