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230-030-0330 Time and Manner of Payment (1) All purse money, if applicable, and travel money, if applicable, must be furnished by check to an authorized representative of the superintendent after the official weigh-in, and before the commencement of the event. Immediately following the event, an authorized representative of the superintendent shall deliver such checks, if applicable, to the payees thereof and reflect such delivery on the payoff sheet. In the case of a percentage contract, payment of purses shall be made immediately after the percentage is determined by an authorized representative of the superintendent. (2) In the event the referee fails to render a decision at the termination of any bout, the authorized representative of the superintendent shall retain the payment check, if applicable, for each contestant pending a final determination by the superintendent. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463.113 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 4-2018, amend filed 01/09/2018, effective 01/09/2018 BWC 2-2002, f. & cert. ef. 8-15-02 BWC 1-2002(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 2-15-02 thru 8-13-02 BWC 1-1995, f. 10-10-95, cert. ef. 10-13-95 BWC 1-1991, f. & cert. ef. 9-20-91, Renumbered from 230-020-0150 BWC 1-1988, f. 3-22-88, cert. ef. 3-29-88
230-030-0350 Televised Unarmed Combat Sports Events (1) The directives contained in these rules apply to circumstances where the promoter either televises an event live or videotapes the event, or circumstances where the promoter contracts with another to televise or videotape the event. In the event the promoter contracts with another to televise or videotape an event, the contract which so provides must contain the following directives and the contracting parties must agree to compliance with such directive: (a) No competitor shall be directed to enter the ring or fenced area with less than adequate notice as determined by the inspector or an authorized representative of the superintendent; (b) During a round of unarmed combat sports, no camera operator may stand on the ring apron; and (c) A camera operator situated on a platform close to the ring apron, during a rest period, must be closer to a neutral corner than to any other part of the ring. (2) The promoter must provide an authorized representative of the superintendent with prior notice of the time and place of any production meetings which take place in Oregon in reference to a proposed televised event. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463.113 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 4-2018, amend filed 01/09/2018, effective 01/09/2018 BWC 1-1991, f. & cert. ef. 9-20-91
230-030-0360 Apron Seating (1) The promoter of an unarmed combat sports event shall not sell tickets for apron seats. Apron seats are to be reserved for the superintendent's representatives, medical personnel, ambulance personnel, promotion representatives, Commission representatives, working press including electronic media who possess credentials, assigned officials and the ring announcer. (2) Children and youth under the age of 18 are not allowed in the secure barrier area unless approved by the Administrator. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463.113 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 3-2024, amend filed 12/19/2024, effective 01/01/2025 SAC 4-2018, amend filed 01/09/2018, effective 01/09/2018 BWC 1-1995, f. 10-10-95, cert. ef. 10-13-95 BWC 1-1991, f. & cert. ef. 9-20-91
230-040-0000 Approval of Sale Tickets The sale of tickets to an event is prohibited until: (1) An event application packet is approved by the Administrator. (2) A promotional plan explaining how tickets are sold, tracked, counted, tracked and reported. This plan is only required once and any changes shall be filed prior to the sale of any tickets intended for use with the changes to the ticketing process. (3) There is a current seating plan on file with the Administrator applicable to the event venue, including ticket prices; (4) Any change in the seating plan submitted shall be filed prior to the sale of any tickets intended for use with the changed arrangement; (5) Printed tickets are to be sold in a format approved by the Administrator. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463.113 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 5-2018, amend filed 01/09/2018, effective 01/09/2018 BWC 1-1995, f. 10-10-95, cert. ef. 10-13-95 BWC 1-1988, f. 3-22-88, cert. ef. 3-29-88
230-040-0010 Complimentary Tickets and Courtesy Passes (1) No promoter or promotion employee shall sell complimentary tickets. All promoters shall be held responsible for the actions of their staff and volunteers. (2) A complimentary ticket is a priced flat ticket for which no charge is made, and no services exchanged. Complimentary tickets shall be overstamped with the wording "Complimentary - Not to be sold " on the printed face of the tickets. The overstamp shall include the stub end of the ticket retained by the ticket holder. The promoter shall retain a clipped end of each complimentary ticket in the box-office. (3) A promoter must keep an auditable record of complimentary tickets and the value based on the seating location. (4) A promoter of an unarmed combat sports event shall not issue complimentary tickets for more than six percent (6%) of the sold seats in the venue without the authorization of the Administrator. For all complimentary tickets distributed over and above the six percent (6%) the promoter shall be assessed tax on gross receipts as prescribed in ORS 463.310. The complimentary tickets taxable value shall be based upon the comparable value for the seats in a similar location. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463.113 & ORS 463.155 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 & ORS 463.155 History: SAC 5-2018, amend filed 01/09/2018, effective 01/09/2018 BWC 1-1995, f. 10-10-95, cert. ef. 10-13-95 BWC 1-1991, f. & cert. ef. 9-20-91 BWC 3-1988, f. 10-11-88, cert. ef. 10-15-88 BWC 1-1988, f. 3-22-88, cert. ef. 3-29-88
230-040-0020 Admission of Officials, Press, and Superintendent’s Representatives The Administrator shall provide the promoter with a pass list which shall contain the names of the authorized representatives of the superintendent, officials assigned to perform official duties in connection with the event and Commission representatives. The Administrator shall designate on the pass list those representatives whose duties require their presence at the apron and no tickets shall be provided to such individuals. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463.113 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 5-2018, amend filed 01/09/2018, effective 01/09/2018 BWC 1-1995, f. 10-1-95, cert. ef. 10-13-95 BWC 1-1991, f. & cert. ef. 9-20-91 BWC 1-1988, f. 3-22-88, cert. ef. 3-29-88
230-040-0030 Printing of Tickets All tickets shall have the price, the name of the promoter and event date printed or date stamped plainly thereon. Complimentary tickets must adhere to guidelines in OAR 230-040-0010. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463.113 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 5-2018, amend filed 01/09/2018, effective 01/09/2018 BWC 1-1995, f. 10-10-95, cert. ef. 10-13-95 BWC 1-1988, f. 3-22-88, cert. ef. 3-29-88
230-040-0040 Color of Tickets Tickets of different prices shall be printed on different colored ticket stock. If a promoter is using a computerized and bonded ticket service, this requirement may be waived by the Administrator. Use of passout tickets is permitted for purposes of upgrading tickets only. Any other use of passout tickets is prohibited unless the promoter receives permission from the Administrator to use them. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463.113 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 5-2018, amend filed 01/09/2018, effective 01/09/2018 BWC 1-1995, f. 10-10-95, cert. ef. 10-13-95 BWC 1-1991, f. & cert. ef. 9-20-91 BWC 1-1988, f. 3-22-88, cert. ef. 3-29-88
230-040-0060 Exchanges No exchange of tickets shall be made except at the box office, and no ticket shall be redeemed after the show has taken place. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: BWC 1-1995, f. 10-10-95, cert. ef. 10-13-95 BWC 1-1988, f. 3-22-88, cert. ef. 3-29-88
230-040-0070 Refunds Every promoter holding an event shall have printed on the stub of every ticket sold a disclaimer with language describing what will occur if an event is cancelled or modified. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463.113 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 5-2018, amend filed 01/09/2018, effective 01/09/2018 BWC 1-1995, f. 10-10-95, cert. ef. 10-13-95 BWC 1-1991, f. & cert. ef. 9-20-91 BWC 1-1988, f. 3-22-88, cert. ef. 3-29-88
230-040-0080 Ticket Stubs Under no circumstances shall a ticket holder be passed through the gate without having the ticket separated from the stub, or be allowed to occupy a seat unless in possession of the ticket stub. A promoter must keep an auditable record of all tickets printed, sold, complimentary tickets issued, unsold and overprint tickets for an event. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463.113 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 5-2018, amend filed 01/09/2018, effective 01/09/2018 BWC 1-1995, f. 10-10-95, cert. ef. 10-13-95 BWC 1-1988, f. 3-22-88, cert. ef. 3-29-88
230-040-0090 Seats to Correspond with Tickets Ushers shall see that spectators occupy seats corresponding with their ticket stubs, and that anyone occupying such seat unlawfully be asked to vacate, and if necessary be ejected. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463.113 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 5-2018, amend filed 01/09/2018, effective 01/09/2018 BWC 1-1995, f. 10-10-95, cert. ef. 10-13-95 BWC 1-1988, f. 3-22-88, cert. ef. 3-29-88
230-040-0100 Counting Tickets An authorized representative of the superintendent may audit ticket process compliance at or after an event. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 5-2018, amend filed 01/09/2018, effective 01/09/2018 BWC 1-1995, f. 10-10-95, cert. ef. 10-13-95 BWC 1-1988, f. 3-22-88, cert. ef. 3-29-88
230-040-0110 Destruction of Tickets Tickets and stubs of every description sold or unsold used for an unarmed combat sports or entertainment wrestling event, shall be retained by the promoter for a period of at least six months. During the required period of retention, the promoter shall store the tickets for each show separately and make them available to the Administrator upon request. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 5-2018, amend filed 01/09/2018, effective 01/09/2018 BWC 1-1995, f. 10-10-95, cert. ef. 10-13-95 BWC 1-1991, f. & cert. ef. 9-20-91 BWC 1-1988, f. 3-22-88, cert. ef. 3-29-88
230-060-0020 Execution of Contract Every contract between a professional unarmed combat sports competitor and a manager shall contain provisions governing its duration, division of the competitor’s purse and the minimum sum to be guaranteed annually to the unarmed combat sports competitor by the manager. Each contract shall provide that the contract shall be automatically terminated if the license of either party is revoked by the Commission. If the license of either party is suspended, the contract shall not bind upon the other party during the period of the suspension. No contract between a manager and professional unarmed combative sports competitor shall be legally valid until both parties to the contract have signed in the presence of the Administrator or submitted a signed and notarized original, and have received its written approval from the Administrator. No contract shall be approved between a manager and a professional unarmed combat sports competitor for a period exceeding five years. No option to extend the initial period shall be permitted. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463.113 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 6-2018, amend filed 01/09/2018, effective 01/09/2018 BWC 1-1995, f. 10-10-95, cert. ef. 10-13-95 BWC 1-1988, f. 3-22-88, cert. ef. 3-29-88
230-060-0060 Expiration of Contract No manager shall be allowed to contract for their services with a professional unarmed combat sports competitor for a bout to take place after the contract’s expiration date. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463.113 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 6-2018, amend filed 01/09/2018, effective 01/09/2018 BWC 1-1995, f. 10-10-95, cert. ef. 10-13-95 BWC 1-1988, f. 3-22-88, cert. ef. 3-29-88
230-070-0025 Mixed Martial Arts Fenced Area or Ring (1) Mixed martial arts and Combat Jiu-Jitsu bouts may be held in a fenced area or ring inspected and approved by an authorized representative of the superintendent. Kickboxing and Muay Thai may be allowed in a fenced area if approved by the Administrator. (2) A fenced area must meet the following requirements: (a) The fenced area must be circular or have at least six equal sides and must be at least 18 feet wide and no larger than 32 feet wide; (b) The floor of the fenced area must be padded with Ensolite, vinyl or other similar closed-cell foam, with at least a 1-inch layer of foam padding, with a top covering of canvas, duck or similar material tightly stretched and laced to the platform of the fenced area. Material that gathers in lumps or ridges may not be used; (c) The platform of the fenced area must not be more than four (4) feet above the floor of the building unless approved by an authorized representative of the superintendent and must have suitable steps for the use of the competitors, officials and medical personnel; (d) Fence posts must be at least six (6) in number and made of metal, extending from the floor of the building to between 6 and 7 feet above the floor of the fenced area, and must be properly padded in a manner approved by an authorized representative of the superintendent; (e) The fencing used to enclose the fenced area must be made of a material that will prevent a competitor from falling out of the fenced area or breaking through the fenced area, and must be properly padded in a manner approved by an authorized representative of the superintendent; (f) Any metal portion of the fenced area must be covered and padded and may not be abrasive to the competitors; (g) The fenced area must have at least two entrances and egresses unless approved by the Administrator; (h) No obstruction may be placed on a part of the fence which surrounds the area where competitors compete; (i) The promoter shall have an attendant capable of making emergency repairs, corrections and adjustments to the fenced area, lights or other necessary fixtures available at all times during the event. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463.113 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 3-2023, amend filed 09/07/2023, effective 10/01/2023 SAC 5-2019, adopt filed 08/23/2019, effective 08/23/2019
230-070-0026 Combat Jiu Jitsu Event Open Mat (1) Combat Jiu Jitsu events may be held on an open mat if approved by the Administrator. (2) Promoters seeking to hold events on an open mat shall submit their pre-bout plan that states their intention to use an open mat and details the dimension of the proposed competition area. (3) Prior to approval the Administrator may inspect the proposed venue to ensure compliance with the rules and regulation of unarmed combat sports. Statutory/Other Authority: 463.113 Statutes/Other Implemented: 463.113 History: SAC 3-2023, adopt filed 09/07/2023, effective 10/01/2023
230-070-0030 Apron, Secure Barrier and Safety Zone at Unarmed Combat Sports Events There shall be a secure barrier approved by an authorized representative of the superintendent surrounding the ring or fenced area, separating the ring or fenced area from the audience, creating a safety zone. The secure barrier shall be constructed in such a way as to restrict public access with a rigid barrier, while at the same time allowing freedom of movement by the officials and authorized representatives of the superintendent. There should be a minimum distance of six (6) feet between the fenced area or ring apron and the secure barrier unless otherwise authorized by the Administrator. The first row of public seating shall be positioned on the opposite side of the secure barrier from the fenced area or ring. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 7-2018, amend filed 01/09/2018, effective 01/09/2018 BWC 1-1988, f. 3-22-88, cert. ef. 3-29-88
230-070-0040 Ringside Physicians (1) Medical personnel shall have an unobstructed view of the ring or fenced area at all times. (2) Medical Personnel must be seated at a table nearest a stair entrance to the ring or fenced area. (3) The promoter shall furnish chairs for assigned medical personnel. (4) There must be 3 additional seats positioned behind medical personnel for ambulance personnel and injured competitor for additional medical observation. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.037 & 463.113 History: SAC 7-2018, amend filed 01/09/2018, effective 01/09/2018 BWC 1-1988, f. 3-22-88, cert. ef. 3-29-88
230-070-0050 Secure Barrier Area Seating The promoter shall furnish seats for the Administrator, authorized representatives of the superintendent, Commissioners, and Officials, which allow them maximum visibility of the competitors. There shall be seating provided in each of the marked corners for seconds and an assigned inspector. All seating within the secured barrier area shall be approved by an authorized representative of the superintendent. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463.113 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 7-2018, amend filed 01/09/2018, effective 01/09/2018 BWC 1-1995, f. 10-10-95, cert. ef. 10-13-95 BWC 1-1988, f. 3-22-88, cert. ef. 3-29-88
230-070-0060 Bell or Air Horn There shall be a bell or air horn at the ring or fenced area, positioned no higher than the apron of the ring or fenced area. The bell or air horn shall be of a clear tone so that the competitors can easily hear it. An authorized representative of the superintendent shall assign timekeepers and provide standard timekeeper's equipment. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463.113 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 7-2018, amend filed 01/09/2018, effective 01/09/2018 BWC 1-1995, f. 10-10-95 cert. ef. 10-13-95 BWC 1-1988, f. 3-22-88, cert. ef. 3-29-88
230-070-0070 Equipment and Hygiene (1) The ring or fenced area must be set up at least two hours prior to event commencement, regardless of TV or any other commitments, unless otherwise authorized by the Administrator or authorized representative of the superintendent. Promoters shall provide stools, clean towels for each bout and for use in cleaning the ring or fenced area. (2) The promoter of the event is responsible to thoroughly clean the ring or fenced area prior to an event regulated by the Commission, spills and blood shall be wiped dry after each round and sprayed clean after each bout. (3) The promoter is responsible to provide a person(s) assigned to clean the ring or fenced area. (4) The promoter is responsible to provide the equipment and supplies for cleaning the ring or fenced are, including: (a) Towels; (b) Cleaning solution; (c) Applicator for cleaning solution; (d) Latex free disposable gloves. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463.113 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 7-2018, amend filed 01/09/2018, effective 01/09/2018 BWC 1-1995, f. 10-10-95, cert. ef. 10-13-95 BWC 1-1991, f. & cert. ef. 9-20-91 BWC 1-1988, f. 3-22-88, cert. ef. 3-29-88
230-070-0080 Gloves (1) Boxing style gloves for Boxing, Kickboxing and Muay Thai unless otherwise approved by the Administrator: (a) Must be supplied by the promoter and approved by the Commission; (b) Both competitors must have the option to both use the same brand and quality of glove, and any variations must be approved by both competitors and an authorized representative of the superintendent; (c) May only be used in only one bout per event; (d) Main event gloves must be new and provided by the promoter; (e) Must have the distal portion of the thumb attached to the body of the glove; (f) No breaking, skinning, roughing or twisting is permitted; (g) Must only be placed on the competitor in the presence of an Inspector; (h) If found to be unfit, shall be immediately discarded and replaced with gloves meeting the above requirements; (i) Promoters are required to have new replacement gloves available at ringside. (j) Boxing: (A) Must weigh a minimum of eight (8) ounces for competitors weighing 147 pounds or less; (B) Must weigh a minimum of ten (10) ounces for all competitors weighing over 147 pounds. (k) Muay Thai/Kickboxing unless otherwise approved by the Administrator: (A) Must weigh a minimum of eight (8) ounces for competitors weighing less than 160 lbs.; (B) Must weigh a minimum of ten (10) ounces for competitors weighing 160 lbs. and over; (C) For competitors weighing less than 126 lbs, six (6) ounce gloves may be approved for use. (2) MMA gloves: (a) Must weigh a minimum of four (4) ounces and no more than eight (8) ounces; (b) Main event gloves must be new and provided by the promoter; (c) Must not be squeezed, kneaded or crushed to change the original shape; (d) May only be used in one bout per event; (e) Must only be placed on the competitor in the presence of an Inspector; (f) Promoters are required to have new replacement gloves available at the fenced area; (g) Gloves for competitors weighing 125 lbs. or less and designated as “small” or “extra small” may weigh between 3.80 ounces to 8 ounces. The manufacturing tag should be displayed and read 4.0 ounces. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463.113 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 4-2023, amend filed 11/13/2023, effective 01/01/2024 SAC 3-2023, amend filed 09/07/2023, effective 10/01/2023 SAC 1-2023, amend filed 06/07/2023, effective 07/01/2023 SAC 22-2018, amend filed 01/11/2018, effective 01/11/2018 BWC 1-1995, f. 10-10-95, cert. ef. 10-13-95 BWC 1-1991, f. & cert. ef. 9-20-91 BWC 1-1988, f. 3-22-88, cert. ef. 3-29-88
230-070-0090 Bandages (1) Bandages on the hands of unarmed combat sports competitors may not exceed one winding of surgeon’s adhesive tape, not over 2 inches wide, placed directly on the hand to protect the part of the hand near the wrist. The tape may cross the back of the hand twice, but may not extend within three-fourths of an inch of the knuckles when the hand is clenched to make a fist. (2) Each unarmed combat sports competitor shall use gauze not over 2 inches wide, held in place by not more than 10 feet of surgeon’s adhesive tape for each hand. Up to one 20-yard roll of gauze may be used to complete the wrappings for each hand. Strips of tape may be used between the fingers to hold down the bandages. (3) Bandages shall be applied or adjusted in the presence of a licensed referee or inspector and both unarmed combat sports competitors. Either competitor may waive his or her right to witness the bandaging of his or her opponent’s hands. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463.113 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 7-2018, amend filed 01/09/2018, effective 01/09/2018 BWC 1-1995, f. 10-10-95, cert. ef. 10-13-95 BWC 1-1991, f. & cert. ef. 9-20-91 BWC 1-1988, f. 3-22-88, cert. ef. 3-29-88
230-080-0111 Association of Boxing Commission’s Unified Rules of Boxing Notwithstanding any contrary provision in these administrative rules, The Oregon State Athletic Commission hereby formally adopts, and incorporates by reference, the Association of Boxing Commissions Unified Rules of Boxing. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 463.113 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 463.113 History: SAC 1-2023, adopt filed 06/07/2023, effective 07/01/2023