Starting next month, a new state law will require bars and nightclubs across the state to provide drug testing kits. The goal of California Assembly Bill 1013 is to safeguard consumers from being targeted by date-rape drugs and “roofies.”
Starting on July 1, businesses that have Type 48 licenses will be required to provide drug testing kits and display signs informing customers about their availability. Type 48 licenses are given to establishments that sell beer, wine, and liquor for consumption on their premises.
The California Department of Alcohol Beverage Control requires signs to say: “Don’t get roofied!” You can find drug test kits for detecting drink spiking here. Speak to a member of the staff for more information.
Approximately 2,400 businesses throughout the state will need to provide testing kits. These kits must be offered for sale at a fair price or given out for free. According to ABC officials, license holders and businesses will have to purchase the testing kits themselves.
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Drug testing devices can be found in different forms, such as test strips, stickers, and straws. These devices can detect controlled substances in drinks. Controlled substances are drugs that are regulated by the law. Some examples of controlled substances are flunitrazepam (also known as rohypnol), gamma hydroxybutyric acid (GHB), and ketamine. These drugs are sometimes used in cases of date rape.
License holders who do not provide these testing kits may be punished by the California ABC. This could include fines and administrative action that could impact their licenses.
Businesses that are exempt from the new requirement include bar-restaurants, sports bars, and bistros. These establishments allow minors to enter and also require the sale of food along with alcoholic beverages like beer, wine, and spirits.
You can find a downloadable version of the informational sign mentioned above on the California ABC website.
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