California Mandates Drug Testing Kits in Bars to Prevent Drink Spiking

Starting July 1, bars and nightclubs with a Type 48 liquor license in California must offer drug testing devices to patrons, marking a significant step in combating sexual assault.

• A new California law requires establishments with a Type 48 liquor license to provide patrons with drug testing kits for detecting common date-rape drugs, starting July 1.
• The initiative aims to combat sexual assault by enabling patrons to test their drinks for substances commonly used to spike beverages.
• Establishments affected by the law must also display signage encouraging patrons to use the drug testing kits available.
• The law was introduced by State Assembly member Josh Lowenthal, motivated by the underreported crisis of sexual assault, particularly targeting women and the LGBTQ communities.
• California becomes the first state in the nation to enact such a law, affecting approximately 2,400 bars and nightclubs.

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