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South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:01 - General provisions › Section 20:81:01:17 - Disciplinary action

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
Any person, club, corporation, association, entity, contest, competition, or exhibition registered or licensed by the Commission is subject to disciplinary action by the Commission for, but not limited to:
(1) Providing false information on any application or form submitted to the Commission;
(2) Attempting to use a license or registration issued by the Commission in a manner not intended and not consistent with the best interests of boxing, kickboxing, or mixed martial arts or the Commission's intent;
(3) Failing to timely respond to requests and requirements of the Commission;
(4) For contestants, failing to appear at the appointed place at the specified time to be weigh-in or failing to show for a bout; or
(5) Otherwise violating the provisions of SDCL Chapter 42-12 or any rule promulgated pursuant thereto.
General Authority:
SDCL  42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
SDCL  42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:02 - Fees › Section 20:81:02:01 - Remittance of fees

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
An applicant shall remit all fees to the Commission in the form of cash, a personal check, cashier's check, certified check, or money order made payable to the State of South Dakota. The Commission may not take action on any application for registration, licensure or renewal until the required fee is received.
General Authority:
SDCL  42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
SDCL  42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:02 - Fees › Section 20:81:02:02 - Fee schedule

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
The annual registration and license fees for participants, in any capacity, in a boxing, kickboxing, or mixed martial arts contest are as follows:
(1) Judge, $50;
(2) Boxer, $50;
(3) Kickboxer, $50;
(4) Mixed Martial Artist, $50;
(5) Matchmaker, $200;
(6) Manager, $100;
(7) Promoter, $300;
(8) Referee, $50;
(9) Second, $25;
(10) Timekeeper, $25; and
(11) Physician, no charge.
An amateur organization or educational institution applying for an exemption shall pay a fee of $100.
General Authority:
SDCL  1-26-6.9,  42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
SDCL  42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:02 - Fees › Section 20:81:02:03 - Contest fees

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
For each approved contest, the promoter shall pay a fee of three thousand dollars or three percent of the gross revenue of the contest, whichever is greater. The maximum contest fee for an event is three hundred thousand dollars. At the time of application to register a contest, the promoter applying for registration shall submit a fee of one thousand dollars. The fee is refundable if the application is denied. If the application is approved, the submitted fee shall be applied to the remaining contest fee owed to the commission.
The commission shall provide forms for the calculation and payment of contest fees due to the commission based on the gross revenue of the contest as set forth in §
									20:81:07:05.
The promoter shall pay the remaining contest fee due to the commission within thirty days of the completion of the event.
General Authority:
SDCL  42-12-10(6).
Law Implemented:
SDCL  42-12-10(6).
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:03 - Licenses and registrations › Section 20:81:03:02 - National Registry of Boxing

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
No boxer shall be allowed to compete without a Boxer's Federal Identification Card issued by the Association of Boxing Commissions. All applicants for registration as a boxer shall provide a Boxer's Federal Identification Card with the application for registration or apply for registration in the state where the boxer resides, unless where the boxer resides does not participate in the Association of Boxing Commissions' registration system. An applicant for a new or renewal boxer registration shall complete, sign, and submit in person to the Commission, the Association of Boxing Commissions Boxer's Federal Identification Card Application. With the application, the applicant shall submit a $25 fee; two 1 inch by 1.5 inch color photos of identification; a copy of a photo identification issued to the applicant by a governmental entity containing the applicant's photograph and social security number or similar foreign identification number. The applicant must be recognizable in the photographs.
A Federal Identification Card shall expire two years from the date of issuance.
General Authority:
SDCL  42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
SDCL  42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:03 - Licenses and registrations › Section 20:81:03:05 - Terms and conditions of license - Matchmakers

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
All matchmakers are subject to the following terms and conditions;
(1) All persons clubs, corporations, associations, or entities acting as a matchmaker must be licensed by the Commission;
(2) The matchmaker is responsible for arranging the contest and matching contestants as to weight and experience for approval by the Commission;
(3) A matchmaker must be present at every contest;
(4) The matchmaker is responsible for working with the Commission, or its designee, while the contest is in progress and must be accessible at all times to the Commission, or its designee; and
(5) The matchmaker is directly liable for the promoter he represents.
Failure to meet any of these terms or conditions may result in the denial of the application for licensure.
A promoter acting as a matchmaker is responsible for the duties of the matchmaker.
A matchmaker licensed by the Commission has an ongoing obligation to meet the requirements of registration and is subject to disciplinary action for failing to maintain any of these requirements. For the first infraction of any provisions of this rule, the Commission may issue a verbal warning. Following a second violation of any provision of this rule, a written warning may be issued. Following a third infraction of any provision of this rule, the matchmaker may be suspended for up to six months. The Commission may suspend any matchmaker for any period of time for any serious violation of this rule without warning.
General Authority:
SDCL  42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
SDCL  42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:03 - Licenses and registrations › Section 20:81:03:06 - Terms and conditions of license - Managers

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
All managers are subject to the following terms and conditions:
(1) All persons, clubs, corporations, associations, or entities acting as a manager must be licensed by the Commission; and
(2) The manager is responsible for working with the Commission, or its designee, while the contest is in progress and must be accessible at all times to the Commission, or its designee.
Failure to meet any of these terms or conditions may result in the denial of the application for licensure.
A manager licensed by the Commission has an ongoing obligation to meet the requirements of registration and is subject to disciplinary action for failing to maintain any of these requirements. For the first infraction of any provisions of this rule, the Commission may issue a verbal warning. Following a second violation of any provision of this rule, a written warning may be issued. Following a third infraction of any provision of this rule, the manager may be suspended for up to six months. The Commission may suspend any manager for any period of time for any serious violation of this rule without warning.
General Authority:
SDCL  42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
SDCL  42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:03 - Licenses and registrations › Section 20:81:03:07 - Terms and conditions of registration - Referees

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
All referees are subject to the following terms and conditions:
(1) All referees designated by the Commission must be registered with the Commission;
(2) An applicant for registration must demonstrate knowledge of boxing, kickboxing, or mixed martial arts and safety measures sufficient to oversee a bout or contest;
(3) A referee may not officiate more than thirty-five scheduled rounds m any one scheduled contest;
(4) The referee must have a physical examination within one hundred and eighty days before acting in a referee's capacity. The physical examination may be done at either the official weigh-in or before the contest begins by the ringside physician. A The ringside physician's approval must be given to the Commission prior to the referee entering the ring;
(5) The referee shall exercise immediate authority, direction, and control over the bout for which the referee has been designated, and it is the referee's responsibility to enforce all rules;
(6) Before starting a contest, the referee shall ascertain from each contestant the name of the contestant's chief second, and shall gather them together for final instructions;
(7) Pursuant to the Commission's rules, the referee may stop the bout and make a decision during any stage of the bout, if the referee determines that the contestants have become partial, or if a contestant is in such condition that if such contestant continues fighting, the contestant is likely to suffer serious injury;
(8) If a contestant suffers a cut or wound that is considered dangerous, the referee has the authority to stop the fight. In these cases, the referee shall consult the head physician appointed to attend the fight regarding the necessity of stopping the fight;
(9) The referee is responsible for deciding whether an injury has been done by a legal or illegal blow, intentional or accidental, and must notify the judges immediately;
(10) When, for whatever reason, a contestant loses a mouthpiece, the referee will proceed to return the mouthpiece when there is a lull in the action. The referee will exercise full authority to avoid a contestant ejecting the mouthpiece intentionally by deducting a point as a result of this behavior or disqualifying the contestant;
(11) A referee is prohibited from using alcoholic beverages twelve hours prior to the fight and until the referee's assigned duties are completed;
(12) If a referee becomes incapacitated and is unable to complete the entire contest, a time out shall be called by the Commission, or its designee, shall immediately assign an alternate referee to assume the duties; and
(13) A referee must inform the Commission, or its designee, how a fight was stopped.
The Commission is under no obligation to designate a registered referee to act as an official for a bout or contest.
General Authority:
SDCL 4242-10.
Law Implemented:
SDCL  42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:03 - Licenses and registrations › Section 20:81:03:08 - Terms and conditions of registration - Judges

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
All judges are subject to the following terms and conditions;
(1) All judges designated by the commission must be registered with the commission;
(2) An applicant for registration must demonstrate knowledge of boxing, kickboxing, or mixed martial arts and sufficient to judge a contest;
(3) Each of the three judges must be seated midway between the ring posts and the ring, but not on the same side as another judge, and must have an unimpaired view of the ring;
(4) Judges shall indicate the winner of each round on the scorecard provided by the commission by marking and signing the scorecard in ink. Judges must be discreet at all times. The judge should have no discussion with anyone except the commission, or its designee, during the contest;
(5) A judge is prohibited from using alcoholic beverages twelve hours prior to the fight and until the judge's assigned duties are completed; and
(6) If a judge becomes incapacitated and is unable to complete the entire contest, a timeout shall be called by the commission, or its designee, and the commission, or its designee, shall immediately assign an alternate judge to assume the duties from the point at which the judge became incapacitated.
The commission is under no obligation to designate a registered judge to act as an official for a bout or contest.
A decision that is rendered by the judges at the termination of a contest may not be changed without a hearing before the commission, unless it is determined that the computation of the scorecards show a clerical or mathematical error giving the decision to the wrong contestant, in which case such clerical or mathematical error may be corrected by the judge by informing the Commission of the error.
General Authority:
SDCL  42-12-10(1).
Law Implemented:
SDCL  42-12-10(1).
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:03 - Licenses and registrations › Section 20:81:03:09 - Terms and conditions of registration - Seconds

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
All seconds are subject to the following terms and conditions:
(1) All persons acting as a second for a contestant must be registered with the Commission;
(2) A contestant may not have more than three seconds, unless the bout is a title bout, one of whom must be designated as the chief second. During a title bout, there may be up to four seconds;
(3) The chief second is responsible for the conduct of assistant seconds during the contest;
(4) A second is restricted to the corner and must not be touching the apron. A second may not enter the ring until the timekeeper has indicated the end of the round and shall leave the ring at the timekeeper's gong, at which time the platform should be cleared of all obstructions;
(5) During the rest period, one second must be allowed in the ring and the other seconds must be allowed on the apron. A cut man is considered a second when in the ring for a contestant;
(6) A chief second may indicate to the referee that the contestant cannot continue and the contest should be stopped. Verbal notification, hand signals, throwing the towel, or mounting of the ring by the chief second may be used to signal the contest should be stopped;
(7) A second may not administer alcoholic beverages, narcotics, or stimulants to a contestant, pour or spray excessive water on the body of the contestant, or place ice in the trunks or cup of a contestant during the contests;
(8) No second for a mixed martial arts competition may enter the ring with shoes; and
(9) A second shall stay off the ring floor or canvas while the bout is in progress, may not lean on the ring or cage, and may not engage in excessive banging or verbal outbursts.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:03 - Licenses and registrations › Section 20:81:03:10 - Terms and conditions of registration - Timekeepers

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
All timekeepers are subject to the following terms and conditions:
(1) All persons acting as a timekeeper for a bout or contest must be registered with the Commission;
(2) The timekeeper must possess adequate timepieces, including a backup, to time the rounds, rest periods, and recuperation periods of a bout;
(3) The timekeeper shall indicate the beginning of each round with a signal. Ten seconds before the end of the round, the timekeeper shall warn the contestants with three loud strikes;
(4) Ten seconds before the end of the rest period, the timekeeper shall warn the contestants with three loud strikes;
(5) The timekeeper will only stop the time during a round when directed to do so by the referee, and the timekeeper will only resume time when directed to do so by the referee;
(6) If a contestant is down, the timekeeper will begin the count and relay it to the referee using hand gestures until the referee picks up the count. The referee has the sole discretion to waive off the knockdown;
(7) If the referee calls time to allow a fouled contestant to recuperate, the timekeeper shall start a separate count for the recuperation period; and
(8) If a bout terminates before the scheduled limit of rounds, the timekeeper shall inform the Commission, or its designee, of the exact duration of the bout.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:03 - Licenses and registrations › Section 20:81:03:11 - Terms and conditions of registration - Physicians

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
All physicians are subject to the following terms and conditions:
(1) All physicians acting as a physician for a bout or contest must be registered with the Commission;
(2) An applicant for registration shall be licensed as a doctor of medicine or doctor of osteopathy and in good standing with the issuing licensing board;
(3) The physician shall examine each contestant at the official weigh-in. If the contestant is determined to be in acceptable physical condition, the physician shall certify this on a form prescribed by the Commission. The examination shall include the following:
(a) Eyes;
(b) Ears;
(c) Mouth and jaw;
(d) Skin;
(e) Nose;
(f) Heart;
(g) Lungs;
(h) Head;
(i) Hands;
(j) Abdomen;
(k) Blood pressure; and
(l) A pregnancy test if the contestant is female;
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:01 - Applicability of rules

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
This chapter applies to all amateur and professional boxing bouts or contests unless specifically exempted.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:02 - Compliance with Professional Boxing Safety Act of 1996 and Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
The Commission recognizes and will fully comply with the Professional Boxing Safety Act of 1996 and the Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act (15 USC §
										6301 et seq.) and any amendments made thereto.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:03 - Rounds

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
Twelve rounds is the maximum number of rounds for a boxing bout for males and ten rounds is the maximum number of rounds for a boxing bout for females. Each round shall consist of a three minute duration, with a one minute rest period between rounds.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:04 - Referee

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
The referee is the sole arbiter of a bout and is the only individual authorized to stop a bout.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:05 - Judges

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
All bouts will be evaluated and scored by three judges.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:06 - Scoring system

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
The Ten Point Must System is the standard system of scoring a bout.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:07 - Knockdowns

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
The mandatory eight count after a knockdown is standard procedure in all bouts. A boxer who had been knocked down cannot be saved by the bell in any round.
A referee shall rule a knockdown when, as a result of a legal blow or series of legal blows, a contestant:
(1) Touches the floor with any part of the body other than the feet;
(2) Is being held up by the ropes; or
(3) Is hanging on, through, or over the ropes without the ability to protect himself and cannot fall to the floor.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:08 - Mouthpiece required

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
All boxers are required to wear a mouthpiece during competition. The round cannot begin without the mouthpiece. If the mouthpiece is dislodged during competition, the referee shall call time and have the mouthpiece replaced at the first opportune moment, without interfering with the immediate action. The referee may deduct points if the mouthpiece is purposely spit out.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:09 - Weight classes

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
The classes for contestants participating in a boxing contest or exhibition are as follows:
(1) Mini Flyweight up to and including 105 pounds
(2) Light Flyweight over 105 pounds to 108 pounds
(3) Flyweight over 108 pounds to 112 pounds
(4) Super Flyweight over 112 pounds to 115 pounds
(5) Bantamweight over 115 pounds to 118 pounds
(6) Super Bantamweight over 118 pounds to 122 pounds
(7) Featherweight over 122 pounds to 126 pounds
(8) Super Featherweight over 126 pounds to 130 pounds
(9) Lightweight over 130 pounds to 135 pounds
(10) Super Lightweight over 135 pounds to 140 pounds
(11) Welterweight over 140 pounds to 147 pounds
(12) Super Welterweight over 147 pounds to 154 pounds
(13) Middleweight over 154 pounds to 160 pounds
(14) Super Middleweight over 160 pounds to 168 pounds
(15) Light Heavyweight over 168 pounds to 175 pounds
(16) Cruiserweight over 175 pounds to 200 pounds
(17) Heavyweight over 200 pounds.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:10 - Gloves

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
The glove weights for each weight class are:
(1) Mini Flyweight 8 ounces
(2) Light Flyweight 8 ounces
(3) Flyweight 8 ounces
(4) Super Flyweight 8 ounces
(5) Bantamweight 8 ounces
(6) Super Bantamweight 8 ounces
(7) Featherweight 8 ounces
(8) Super Featherweight 8 ounces
(9) Lightweight 8 ounces
(10) Super Lightweight 8 ounces
(11) Welterweight 8 ounces
(12) Super Welterweight 10 ounces
(13) Middleweight 10 ounces
(14) Super Middleweight 10 ounces
(15) Light Heavyweight 10 ounces
(16) Cruiserweight 10 ounces
(17) Heavyweight 10 ounces
If contestants fall into differing weight classes, each contestant shall use the same weight glove.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:11 - Weight differentials

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
Unless waived in writing and approved by the Commission, the maximum allowed weight differentials by weight class are:
(1) Mini Flyweight not more than 3 pounds
(2) Light Flyweight not more than 3 pounds
(3) Flyweight not more than 3 pounds
(4) Super Flyweight not more than 3 pounds
(5) Bantamweight not more than 3 pounds
(6) Super Bantamweight not more than 4 pounds
(7) Featherweight not more than 4 pounds
(8) Super Featherweight not more than 4 pounds
(9) Lightweight not more than 4 pounds
(10) Super Lightweight not more than 5 pounds
(11) Welterweight not more than 7 pounds
(12) Super Welterweight not more than 7 pounds
(13) Middleweight not more than 7 pounds
(14) Super Middleweight not more than 7 pounds
(15) Light Heavyweight not more than 7 pounds
(16) Cruiserweight not more than 12 pounds
(17) Heavyweight no limit
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:12 - Weigh-ins

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
The time and place of the official weigh-in for a contest must be approved by the Commission. Unless otherwise arranged, the contestant must be weighed at least eight hours but not more than thirty hours before the contest. The contestants must be weighed in the presence of the public, the opponent, a representative of the Commission, and representative of the promoter, on scales approved by the Commission. A representative of the Commission shall conduct the weigh-in and shall inform all contestants of the process for the weigh-in.
Only those contestants who have been approved for the contest may be weighed during the official weigh-in.
A contestant who has contracted at a given weight class may not be permitted to compete if the contestant's weight exceeds that class unless the contract provides for the opposing contestant to agree to a weight differential. Under no circumstances may the weight differential exceed the weight differential allowed for a weight class as provided by §
									20:81:04:11.
If any contestant fails to reach the weight limit determined in the applicable category, at the indicated date and time for the official weigh-in, and even if the opposing contestant does not agree with the weight differential, each contestant, or both, shall have two additional hours to make the prescribed weight, provided that weight loss in excess of two pounds is not permitted for a contestant who weighs less than one hundred forty-five pounds and weight loss in excess of three pounds is not permitted for a contestant who weighs over one hundred forty-five pounds.
If the contestants fail to make weight after the two-hour period, the bout may be cancelled.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:13 - Scales

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
The scales to be used during the official weigh-in must be available to all contestants at least two hours before the official weigh-in at the place of the official weigh-in. For a title fight, there must be two scales; one for the official weigh-in and one for the contestants' use. For any title fight, the official scale must be certified and calibrated.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:14 - Appearance and attire

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
In a boxing bout or contest, each contestant must meet the following appearance and attire requirements:
(1) Each contestant must be clean and present a tidy appearance;
(2) The excessive use of grease or any other foreign substance may not be used on the face, hair, or body of the contestant. The referee or Commission designee shall cause any excessive grease or foreign substance to be removed. The Commission, or its designee, shall determine whether head and facial hair present any hazard to the safety of the contestant or opponent or will interfere with the supervision and conduct of the contest. The contestant may not compete in the contest unless the circumstances are corrected to the Commission, or its designee's, satisfaction;
(3) A contestant may not wear any jewelry or piercing accessories while participating in the contest;
(4) A male contestant shall wear boxing shorts, an abdominal guard, foul proof cup, and shoes, or other clothing approved by the Commission. A female contestant shall wear boxing shorts, an abdominal guard, foul proof cup, body shirt, and shoes, or other clothing approved by the Commission. Breast protection is optional for female contestants;
(5) A contestant must use a mouthpiece that has been individually fitted;
(6) All contestants shall secure their hair in a manner that does not interfere with the vision or safety of either contestant, including no products or ornaments;
(7) No contestant may use cosmetics, perfumes, colognes, or other fragrances; and
(8) Male contestants shall wear groin protection.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:15 - Bandage and glove requirements

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
In a boxing contest, the following bandage and glove requirements apply:
(1) The gloves will be approved at the weigh-in by the Commission, or its designee. The gloves will be examined by the Commission, or its designee, to make sure they are whole, clean, and in sanitary condition. The padding may not be misplaced or lumpy. No breaking, roughing, or twisting of gloves is permitted. Gloves must have the distal portion of the thumb attached to the body of the glove to minimize the possibility of injuring an opponent's eye;
(2) The gloves for every contest that is designated as a main event or title fight must be new, furnished by the promoter, and made to fit the hands of the contestant;
(3) The gloves of each contestant must be put on in the dressing room under the supervision of a Commission designee and examined in the ring by the referee. If a glove is found to be unfit, it must be replaced with a glove that meets the requirements of this section;
(4) The contestants must wear gloves of a weight designated for the weight class;
(5) Hand wraps are restricted to no more than twenty yards of soft gauze, not more than two inches wide. The gauze shall be held in place by no more than eight feet of surgeon's adhesive tape, no more than one and one-half inches wide. The adhesive tape may not cover any part of the knuckles when the hand is closed to make a fist;
(6) The use of water or any other liquid or material on the tape is prohibited; and
(7) Bandages must be applied and adjusted in the presence of the Commission's designee.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:16 - Standing eight count not in effect

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
There is no standing eight count in effect.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:17 - Three knockdown rule not in effect

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
There is no three knockdown rule in effect.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:18 - Boxer out of the ring

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
A boxer shall receive a twenty second count if the boxer is knocked out of the ring and onto the floor. The boxer shall receive a ten second count if the boxer is knocked out of the ring onto the apron. The boxer is to be unassisted by spectators or seconds. If assisted by anyone, the boxer may lose points or be disqualified, with such a decision being the sole discretion of the referee.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:19 - Technical knockout

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
If a boxer sustains an injury from a fair blow and the injury is severe enough to terminate the bout, the injured boxer shall lose by technical knockout.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:20 - Fouls

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
Fouls by a contestant include, but are not limited to:
(1) Hitting an opponent below the navel or behind the ear;
(2) Hitting an opponent who is knocked down;
(3) Holding an opponent with one hand while hitting with the other hand;
(4) Holding or deliberately maintaining a clinch;
(5) Wrestling, kicking, or roughing;
(6) Pushing an opponent about the ring or into the ropes;
(7) Butting with the head, shoulder, knee, or elbow;
(8) Hitting with the open glove, the butt or inside of the hand, or back of the hand, the elbow or the wrist;
(9) Purposefully falling down on the canvas of the ring without being hit or for the purpose of avoiding a blow;
(10) Striking deliberately at that part of the body over the kidneys;
(11) Using the pivot blow (pivoting while throwing a punch) or the rabbit punch (punches thrown to the back of the head and neck areas);
(12) Jabbing an opponent's eyes with the thumb of the glove;
(13) Use of abusive language;
(14) Unsportsmanlike conduct causing injury to an opponent that does not meet the standard of a fair blow;
(15) Hitting on the break;
(16) Intentionally spitting out the mouthpiece;
(17) Hitting on or out of the ropes;
(18) Holding the ropes and hitting;
(19) Biting or spitting;
(20) Not following referee's instructions;
(21) Stepping on an opponent;
(22) Crouching below the opponent's belt;
(23) Leaving neutral corner; and
(24) Conduct of the contestant's second(s).
Fouls shall be called by the referee and announced to the judges for appropriate deductions.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:21 - Injuries sustained by intentional fouls

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
The following actions shall be taken in the event of an intentional foul:
(1) If an intentional foul causes an injury and the injury is severe enough to terminate the bout immediately, the referee shall disqualify the boxer causing the injury;
(2) If an intentional foul causes an injury and the bout is allowed to continue, the referee shall notify the judges and deduct two points from the boxer who caused the foul. Point deductions for intentional fouls are mandatory;
(3) If an intentional foul causes an injury and the injury results in the bout being stopped in a later round, the injured boxer wins by technical decision if the injured boxer is ahead on the score cards. The bout will be a technical draw if the injured boxer is behind or even on the scorecards when the bout is stopped.
(4) If a boxer injures himself while attempting to intentionally foul an opponent, the referee will not take any action in his favor and his injury shall be the same as one produced by a fair blow; or
(5) If a referee determines a boxer has acted in an unsportsmanlike manner, the referee may stop the bout and disqualify the boxer.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:22 - Injuries sustained by accidental fouls

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
The following actions shall be taken in the event of an accidental foul:
(1) If an accidental foul causes an injury severe enough for the referee to stop the bout immediately, the bout will result in no decision if the bout is stopped before one-half of the scheduled rounds are completed. Rounds are complete when the bell rings signifying the end of the round; or
(2) If an accidental foul causes an injury severe enough for the referee to stop the bout after more than one-half of the scheduled rounds are completed, the bout will result in a technical decision for the boxer ahead on the scorecards at the time the bout is stopped. Partial or incomplete rounds will be scored at the discretion of the judges, with rounds in which no action took place being scored as even rounds.
A boxer hit with an accidental low blow must continue after a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed five minutes. If a boxer hit with an accidental low blow cannot continue after five minutes, the boxer shall lose the bout.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:23 - Results of contest

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
A boxing contest may end under the following results:
(1) Knockout, which occurs when the contestant is no longer physically able to continue;
(2) Technical knockout, which occurs when:
(a) The referee stops the bout because the contestant can no longer defend himself or herself;
(b) The physician advises the referee to stop the bout; or
(c) An injury as a result of a legal maneuver is severe enough to terminate the bout;
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:24 - Use and administration of drugs, stimulants, or nonprescription preparations

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
The use or administration of drugs, stimulants, or nonprescription preparations taken by or given to a contestant, other than the following is prohibited:
(1) Petroleum jelly for discretionary use around the eyes;
(2) Adrenalin or epinephrine in a manufacturer's premeasured vial in a 1/1000 solution; and
(3) Coagulant limited to avitene, thrombin, thrombinplastin, fibroplastic, or jellfoam powder.
If a contestant tests positive for an illegal or unauthorized substance, the Commission shall amend the results of the bout to a no contest decision if the offending contestant won the bout. If the substance is a controlled substance as defined by SDCL  22-42-1 subdivision (1) or a counterfeit substance as defined by SDCL  22-42-1 subdivision (2) the Commission shall provide a copy of the laboratory report and any Commission investigative reports in the matter to an appropriate law enforcement agency.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:25 - Ring requirements

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
The ring for a contest shall meet the following requirements:
(1) The ring for a contest may not be less than sixteen feet or more than twenty-two feet square with ropes and must be elevated three and one-half feet off the floor. The promoter shall provide suitable steps for the use of contestants;
(2) The ring posts must be constructed of metal not more than four inches in diameter. The posts shall extend from the floor to a height of fifty-eight inches above the ring floor and shall be fastened securely to the floor or to the other posts;
(3) The ropes must be a minimum of three in number, extending in a triple line eighteen inches, thirty-five inches, and fifty-two inches from the floor of the ring and be at least one inch in diameter and wrapped in soft materials. The ropes may not be closer than eighteen inches to the ring posts. If four ropes are used, the ropes must be proportionately spaced;
(4) The ring floor must extend beyond the lower rope for a distance of not less than eighteen inches;
(5) The entire floor of the ring must be padded to the thickness of at least one inch with felt, corrugated paper, matting, or other soft materials approved by the Commission. A canvas covering stretched tightly and laced to the ring platform must cover the padding materials; and
(6) The promoter must provide a suitable bell.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:26 - Automatic suspensions following contests

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
Boxers, under any circumstance, may not compete or appear in a contest for up to ninety days after being unable to defend themselves in a bout.
Boxers, under any circumstances, may not compete or appear in a contest less than seven days after the completion of the contestant's last bout.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:04 - Boxing › Section 20:81:04:27 - Amateur contests - Requirements and rules

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
For all bouts or contests under the jurisdiction of the Commission, in which an amateur contestant competes, the USA Boxing Rules of Competition apply. The Commission has final decision-making authority concerning the enforcement, implementation, and interpretation of these rules and regulations.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:05 - Mixed martial arts › Section 20:81:05:01 - Applicability

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
This chapter applies to all amateur and professional mixed martial arts bouts or contests unless specifically exempted.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:05 - Mixed martial arts › Section 20:81:05:02 - Rounds

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
Three rounds is the maximum number of rounds for a mixed martial arts bout, except for a championship bout, for which the maximum number of rounds is five rounds. Each round may not exceed a five minute duration, with a one minute rest period between rounds.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:05 - Mixed martial arts › Section 20:81:05:03 - Mouthpiece required

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
All contestants are required to wear a mouthpiece during competition. The round cannot begin without the mouthpiece. If the mouthpiece is dislodged during competition, the referee shall call time and have the mouthpiece replaced at the first opportune moment, without interfering with the immediate action. The referee may deduct points if the mouthpiece is being spit out.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:05 - Mixed martial arts › Section 20:81:05:04 - Weight classes

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
The classes for contestants participating in a mixed martial arts bout or contest are as follows:
(1) Flyweight up to 125 pounds
(2) Bantamweight over 125 pounds to 135 pounds
(3) Featherweight over 135 pounds to 145 pounds
(4) Lightweight over 145 pounds to 155 pounds
(5) Welterweight over 155 pounds to 170 pounds
(6) Middleweight over 170 pounds to 185 pounds
(7) Light Heavyweight over 185 pounds to 205 pounds
(8) Heavyweight over 205 pounds to 265 pounds
(9) Super Heavyweight over 265 pounds
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:05 - Mixed martial arts › Section 20:81:05:05 - Weigh-ins

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
The time and place of the official weigh-in for a contest must be approved by the commission. Unless otherwise arranged, the contestant must be weighed at least eight hours but not more than thirty hours before the contest. The contestants must be weighed in the presence of a representative of the commission on scales approved by the commission. A representative of the commission shall conduct the weigh-in and shall inform all contestants of the process for the weigh-in.
Only those contestants who have been approved for the contest may be weighed during the official weigh-in.
A contestant who has contracted at a given weight class may not be permitted to compete if the contestant's weight exceeds that class unless the contract provides for the opposing contestant to agree to a weight differential. Under no circumstances may the weight differential exceed ten percent above the originally scheduled weight class, except for a super heavyweight bout.
If any contestant fails to reach the weight limit determined in the applicable category, at the indicated date and time for the official weigh-in, and even if the opposing contestant does not agree with the weight differential, each contestant, or both, has two additional hours to make the prescribed weight, provided that weight loss does not exceed five percent of the contracted weight for the contestant.
If the contestants fail to make weight after the two-hour period, the bout may be cancelled. Contestants over the contracted weight by more than five percent at the time of the weigh-in are subject to suspension by the Commission.
General Authority:
42-12-10(1).
Law Implemented:
42-12-10(1).
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:05 - Mixed martial arts › Section 20:81:05:06 - Scales

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
The scales to be used during the official weigh-in must be available to all contestants at least two hours before the official weigh-in at the place of the official weigh-in. For a title fight, there must be two scales: one for the official weigh-in and one for the contestants' use.
General Authority:
42-12-10(1).
Law Implemented:
42-12-10(1).
South Dakota Administrative Rules › Title 20 - PUBLIC SAFETY › Article 20:81 - ATHLETIC COMMISSION › Chapter 20:81:05 - Mixed martial arts › Section 20:81:05:07 - Conduct of contests

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 10, July 15, 2024
A mixed martial arts contest is subject to the following:
(1) A mixed martial arts contest may not be less than twenty rounds of mixed martial art competition on any one program of mixed martial arts;
(2) At each regulated contest, there must be in attendance a licensed referee who shall direct and control the contest;
(3) At each regulated contest, there must be in attendance three licensed judges who shall at the termination of each mixed martial arts bout render a decision; and;
(4) At each regulated contest, there must be in attendance a licensed timekeeper who shall keep the official time of each bout.
General Authority:
42-12-10.
Law Implemented:
42-12-10.