Clarifies spitting in law enforcement officer's food or drink constitutes aggravated assault; requires certain sanctions on restaurant employees who commit this crime.

This bill clarifies that spitting on a law enforcement officer's food or into their beverage is a third-degree aggravated assault, mandating a $15,000 fine (in addition to potential prison time). It directly affects restaurant employees who commit this act, requiring their employer to immediately suspend them if charged and terminate them if convicted. Restaurant employers failing to comply face civil penalties of up to $500 for the first violation and $1,000 for subsequent violations. The law applies to standard restaurants (excluding mobile vendors or temporary food events) and clarifies existing assault penalties for this specific conduct.