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San Bernardino County, CA Single-Use Items: Utensils-On-Request (2026)

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Key Facts

State law: AB 1276 of 2021
Applies to: Restaurants and delivery apps
Default setting: Opt-in only
Annual fine cap: 300 dollars

These county ordinances apply to unincorporated areas of San Bernardino County. Incorporated cities within the county may have their own rules that take precedence over county-level regulations.

Summary

California AB 1276 prohibits restaurants and food delivery platforms in San Bernardino County from automatically including plastic utensils, condiments, and napkins; items must be provided only on customer request.

Full Breakdown

Assembly Bill 1276, codified at Public Resources Code 42270 to 42276, requires food facilities and third-party delivery services to provide single-use plastic utensils, stirrers, and condiment packets only upon specific customer request or affirmative selection. The rule applies to restaurants, delivery apps such as DoorDash and Uber Eats, and ghost kitchens across San Bernardino County. Customers must opt in either at the counter or through an app prompt; bundling defaults are not allowed. Self-serve stations remain permitted. Inspectors check during routine health visits, prioritizing chain operators and high-volume delivery hubs.

Violations & Fines

Bundling utensils by default or pre-checking app boxes triggers warnings then fines of 25 dollars per day, capped at 300 dollars annually per food facility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I still get utensils with delivery?

Yes, just check the box for utensils, napkins, or condiments at checkout. Apps are required to make it an opt-in choice rather than the default selection.

What about office cafeterias?

Self-serve stations and dispenser-style condiments are still allowed. The rule targets unsolicited packaged items handed out with takeout and delivery orders, not buffet-style service.

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San Bernardino County, CA Single-Use Items: Utensils-On-Request (2026)

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