Family issues

Thai family‑law and property rules are quite strict about how land titles can be transferred. If the land was moved into your girlfriend’s mother’s name after she married the blind husband, the title is generally treated as her separate property unless there is a prenuptial or co‑ownership agreement that gives the husband a share. However, Thai law does allow a spouse (or a close relative) to challenge a transfer that was made under duress, fraud, or without proper consent. To pursue recovery of the assets you would need to file a civil action before the Civil Court alleging that the title change was void or voidable because the husband was incapable of giving informed consent or was pressured by the mother’s lover. Supporting evidence could include medical proof of the husband’s blindness, testimony that the mother acted without his knowledge, and any documents showing the transfer was not recorded in the usual manner.

If you suspect criminal conduct—such as fraud, misrepresentation, or abuse of a vulnerable person—you can also lodge a complaint with the Royal Thai Police and request that the Public Prosecutor’s Office investigate possible offenses under the Thai Penal Code (e.g., §§ 341-342 on fraud and § 388 on exploitation of a person with reduced capacity). Keep in mind that Thai courts tend to protect the rights of the registered owner, so any successful claim will hinge on proving that the transfer was obtained illegally. Because the facts are complex and the procedural requirements are stringent, I strongly recommend retaining a Thai‑qualified attorney who can review the title deeds, medical records, and any communications, and then advise whether a civil annulment suit, a criminal complaint, or a combination of both offers the best chance of recovering the assets. If you’d like, I can connect you with a reputable family‑law firm in Bangkok that handles cross‑family disputes and property recovery.