Chemical submission: what is it?

Chemical Submission and Chemical Vulnerability: Understanding and Preventing a Major Hazard

Definitions

• Chemical Submission (CS) : Administration of psychoactive substances for criminal purposes (rape, sexual assault, acts of pedophilia) or offences (violence, theft), often without the victim's knowledge or under duress.
• Chemical vulnerability : State of fragility induced by voluntary or involuntary consumption of psychoactive substances, making the victim more exposed to malicious acts.

Festive Evenings: Between Pleasure and Danger

Festive evenings, moments of relaxation and conviviality, can unfortunately become places of risk, particularly for women and vulnerable populations. Chemical submission, via substances such as GHB, ketamine or benzodiazepines, represents a real threat.

Substances Involved in Chemical Submission

Frequently Diverted Drugs:

• Benzodiazepines ( Valium, Stilnox ).
• Sedatives and antihistamines ( Doxylamine ).
• Antidepressants and opioids.

Illicit Drugs:

• GHB (gamma-hydroxybutyric acid) : known as the “date rape drug”.
• Ketamine, MDMA, cocaine .

Alcohol :

A multiplier of effects, it is often used to amplify the impacts of psychoactive substances.

What are the effects?

The substances used in chemical submission rapidly alter the victim's condition:

• Sedation : drastic drop in alertness, reduction of defenses.
• Amnesia : the victim does not remember the events, complicating the filing of complaints.
• Confusion, disorientation, dizziness : making any reaction impossible.
• Disinhibition : facilitating aggression.

These effects, combined with physical disorders (nausea, vomiting, convulsions), can lead to profound psychological after-effects, including a strong feeling of guilt.

Protecting Yourself Against Chemical Submission

Prevention is essential to avoid the risks associated with chemical submission. Here are some effective measures:

1. Individual Vigilance:

• Monitor your drinks at all times.
• Refuse any drink from a stranger.
• Stay in a group and designate a sober friend to watch over the group.

2. Use Innovative Prevention Tools:

• DrinkSafe Drug Detector Tests : Quickly detect the presence of substances like GHB or ketamine in a drink. Just one drop is enough to know if your glass is contaminated.

• Tamper-proof lids for glasses : These protections prevent substances from being added to your drink without your consent.

• Urine and saliva multi-drug screening tests (Toda Pharma) : Reliable tools for detecting illicit substances in the body, particularly useful after an incident.

3. Training and Awareness:

• Event organizers can benefit from specific training to prepare their teams for the prevention and detection of suspicious behavior.

How to React in the Event of Chemical Submission?

• Act quickly: If you are a victim or witness, contact emergency services immediately (17 for the police, 15 for emergencies, or 112).

• File a complaint quickly: Toxicological tests are necessary to detect the substances. They remain in the blood for a few hours and in the urine for a few days.

• Get tested: Toda Pharma tests enable rapid and reliable detection of substances.

The Mazan Affair: An Alarming Reminder

The Mazan trial highlighted the extent of the dangers of chemical submission. Victims, often under the influence of substances such as GHB, were unable to recall the assaults, delaying investigations. This case illustrates the urgent need to use prevention tools such as DrinkSafe Drug Detector tests and to raise widespread public awareness.

Strengthening Our Commitment: Saving Lives

The fight against chemical submission requires collective and individual prevention. By using the available tools and adopting responsible behaviors, everyone can contribute to reducing these risks. Together, we can protect our evenings and preserve the pleasure of meeting up safely.

To discover our prevention tools and learn more, visit AMA Prevention .