Overview

• The lid requirement took effect on July 1 under AB 2375, building on AB 1013’s signage and drug-test kit mandate from the previous year.
• Establishments must provide a lid only when requested and may charge a reasonable fee for each lid.
• For a first offense, the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control will issue a warning during routine inspections rather than impose a fine or license penalty.
• The lid provision automatically expires in 2027, giving legislators time to evaluate its effectiveness in curbing drink spiking.
• Supporters from LGBTQ+ and alcohol-safety groups praised the law, while some bar owners question its practical impact on patron safety.