New law requiring California bars to offer drink spiking drug test kits takes effect July 1

A new law requiring many California bars and nightclubs to offer common date-rape drug test kits will take effect Monday, according to the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.

The law, Assembly Bill 1013, requires approximately 2,400 establishments with a Type 48 license to have signage letting patrons know that drug testing kits are available.

Type 48 licenses are issued to bars and nightclubs and authorize the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits, according to the department.

The signage reads, "Don't get roofied! Drink spiking drug test kits available here. Ask a staff member for details."

The drug testing devices will either be offered for sale at a reasonable price or be given to customers for free, according to the department.

Starting July 1, restaurants in California will no longer be able to add service charges or other surcharges to your check.

Devices could include test strips, stickers, or straws that can detect the presence of controlled substances in drinks.

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