Stepping on money is illegal in Thailand

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Stepping on money is illegal in Thailand

In Thailand, stepping on money is illegal because it features the King's image, making it a serious offense against the revered monarchy and its strict lèse-majesté laws.

In Thailand, stepping on money is a serious offense because the currency features the King's image. Disrespecting the money is considered disrespecting the monarchy, which is protected by strict lèse-majesté laws. Defacing or disrespecting currency can lead to fines or even imprisonment.

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