Hawaii Administrative Code

Only soft cotton bandages or linen bandages shall be used for the protection of the hands. One roll of two-inch cotton gauze bandage or linen bandage not to exceed ten yards in length shall be used for each hand. A reasonable amount of adhesive tape may be used on the hands and w…

No liquids, powder or other substances of any kind shall be applied to the hands before or after they are bandaged. Notes Haw. Code R. § 16-74-306 [Eff 10/2/81; comp 10/5/91] (Auth: HRS § 440-6) (Imp: HRS § 440-9)

All bandages and taping shall be applied in the dressing room in the presence of an inspector or representative of the commission and shall be subject to the approval of the referee or commission representative. Wrapping shall commence upon notification by the inspector. Notes Ha…

Boxers signed to engage in a contest must appear in the dressing room equipped with two pairs of different colored regulation trunks. The trunks shall be loose-fitting and made of light cloth similar to an athlete's "running pants". The two contestants shall not wear trunks of th…

All gymnasiums used by boxers for training purposes, either amateur or professional shall be maintained in a sanitary condition at all times. Notes Haw. Code R. § 16-74-311 [Eff 10/2/81; comp 10/5/91] (Auth: HRS § 440-6) (Imp: HRS §§ 440-9, 440-25)

Sanitary condition shall include ample ventilation and lighting, proper toilet and bathing facilities. If lockers are provided for storage of clothing and equipment, they shall be maintained in a sanitary condition. Notes Haw. Code R. § 16-74-312 [Eff 10/2/81; comp 10/5/91] (Auth…

All gymnasiums shall be subject at all times to inspection by the commission or its authorized agents. Notes Haw. Code R. § 16-74-313 [Eff 10/2/81; comp 10/5/91] (Auth: HRS § 440-6) (Imp: HRS §§ 440-9, 440-25)

All gymnasiums wherein boxing, sparring matches or exhibitions are held for prizes or purses, or where an admission fee is charged or received, must be approved by the commission and are subject to all the rules thereof and must use tickets for admission and will be required to f…

Each gymnasium must have at least one licensed second in charge of activities. Notes Haw. Code R. § 16-74-315 [Eff 10/2/81; comp 10/5/91] (Auth: HRS § 440-6) (Imp: HRS § 440-9, 440-25)

The following are weight limits: (1) Flyweight 112 pounds or under (2) Bantam weight Over 112 to 118 pounds (3) Featherweight Over 118 to 126 pounds (4) Jr. Lightweight Over 126 to 130 pounds (5) Lightweight Over 130 to 135 pounds (6) Jr. Welterweight Over 135 to 140 pounds (7) W…

Shoes shall be of soft material, and shall not be fitted with spikes, cleats, hard soles, or hard heels. Socks may be of any color. No other apparel than those specified may be worn in the ring, except a bathrobe. Notes Haw. Code R. § 16-74-32 [Eff 10/2/81; comp 10/5/91] (Auth: H…

No contest shall be scheduled and no contestants shall engage in a boxing contest where the weight difference exceeds the allowance as shown in the following schedule, without the approval of the commission: (1) Flyweight 3 pounds (2) Bantamweight 4 pounds (3) Featherweight 5 pou…

Weigh-ins shall be held at a time designated by the commission. Notes Haw. Code R. § 16-74-324 [Eff 10/2/81; comp 10/5/91] (Auth: HRS § 440-6) (Imp: HRS § 440-9)

All official weights shall be weights on scales approved by the commission at a place designated by the commission. Notes Haw. Code R. § 16-74-325 [Eff 10/2/81; comp 10/5/91] (Auth: HRS § 440-6) (Imp: HRS § 440-9)

There shall be only one official weigh-in. Notes Haw. Code R. § 16-74-326 [Eff 10/2/81; comp 10/5/91] (Auth: HRS § 440-6) (Imp: HRS § 440-9)

Boxers may be allowed two hours after the official weigh-in time to make contract weight. However, all fines, forfeitures, etc. may be based upon a boxer's weight at the time specified in his contract, unless otherwise authorized by the commission. Boxers who fail to make the wei…

Weight and appearance forfeits shall be paid to the other boxer. Notes Haw. Code R. § 16-74-328 [Eff 10/2/81; comp 10/5/91] (Auth: HRS § 440-6) (Imp: HRS §§ 440-9)

Any boxer who has been signed to a contract to box at any club may be ordered by the commission to appear at any time to be weighed. Notes Haw. Code R. § 16-74-329 [Eff 10/2/81; comp 10/5/91] (Auth: HRS § 440-6) (Imp: HRS § 440-9)

Any contestant failing to appear for a contest for which he has duly contracted shall be automatically suspended for a period of not less than sixty days, unless he has been properly excused by the commission. Notes Haw. Code R. § 16-74-33 [Eff 10/2/81; comp 10/5/91] (Auth: HRS §…

At all the official weigh-ins, duly accredited press representatives shall, upon request, be admitted. Notes Haw. Code R. § 16-74-330 [Eff 10/2/81; comp 10/5/91] (Auth: HRS § 440-6) (Imp: HRS § 440-9)

The commission recognizing that boxing is an important and valuable part of youth development programs, and recognizing that certain youth development agencies have boxing programs and in connection with these programs, wish to hold exhibitions and/or contests, and further recogn…

If a controversy arises in connection with any subject which is not covered by the express provisions of these rules, the commission reserves the right to finally pass upon the matter and make a decision it deems to be fair and equitable under the circumstances; the decision shal…

No person shall be permitted to take part in an amateur boxing exhibition or contest unless that person: (1) Is from seven to fourteen years of age, to be known as junior boxers; or (2) Is from fifteen to under seventeen years of age, to be known as teen age boxers; or (3) Is sev…

All amateur boxers, before participating in an exhibition or contest, shall be registered with the commission or its agents as amateur boxers. The application for registration shall be accompanied by two copies of a statement signed by the applicants. If applicant is below eighte…

(a) Every senior amateur boxer shall be required to take an annual physical examination, and furnish the commission or its agent a written report from a physician approved by the commission, showing his physical and mental fitness to engage in boxing contests. The report shall in…

(a) Amateur club licenses may be issued upon application to an association which agrees to cooperate and abide by all of the rules promulgated by the commission to the fullest extent in any program which the commission may sanction or require for the best interest and protection …

(a) Whenever a licensed boxer, because of injury or illness, is unable to take part in a contest for which he is under contract, he or his manager must immediately report the fact to the commission, or if on another island, to the deputy commissioner, and submit immediately to an…

The commission may appoint agents who shall perform duties assigned by the commission. They shall take applications for permit cards from duly certified amateurs at any time and may issue the permit cards showing that the applicant is a duly registered amateur boxer. Notes Haw. C…

All clubs or organizations applying for permission to hold junior or teenage exhibitions or contests shall file with the commission a list of all officers and other personnel acting as trainers, coaches, managers and officials. Notes Haw. Code R. § 16-74-341 [Eff 10/2/81; comp 10…

No admission fees may be charged directly or indirectly for attendance at all or any junior or teenage boxing exhibitions or contests. No amateur, junior, or teenage boxing exhibitions or contests shall be held in conjunction with vaudeville shows, county fairs, dances, or entert…

All amateur boxing programs, exhibitions or contests staged before audiences, including theater and television programs, shall be strictly amateur and no contestant shall receive directly or indirectly any compensation in money or commercial goods. Trophies or prizes may be award…

All persons, clubs, organizations or associations conducting amateur boxing shows, exhibitions or contests shall provide accident insurance coverage for all boxers competing in their shows. Insurance coverage for all boxers competing shall provide for reimbursement to the boxer f…

Before being permitted to participate in any boxing exhibition or contest, each boxer applicant shall sign and file the following release: "The boxer, club, sponsor, legal guardian and/or parent hereby releases the State Boxing Commission of Hawaii from all claims for damages ari…

Amateur club licensees shall file with the commission an annual financial report. The report shall contain the amount of monies (grossed) collected on behalf of amateur boxing, including, but not limited to, monies received from gate receipts, television, radio, program or souven…

All amateur boxing exhibitions or contests shall be supervised by a representative or agent of the commission. The representatives or agents shall be chosen especially for their knowledge of boxing and the general physical condition of participants. The representative or agent sh…

The commission or its agents, through its inspectors, officers, representatives, servants, and employees, shall keep and maintain available for the commission a permanent record of all permit cards and physical examinations issued to amateur boxers under these rules. Notes Haw. C…

(a) Duration. Junior amateur boxing contests or exhibitions shall not exceed three rounds; the duration of each to be not more than one minute, with a one-minute rest period between rounds. (b) Classification. Junior boxers shall be classified in divisions according to age. No co…

Any boxer who files a certificate from a commission physician stating that he is unable to fulfill a contract on account of physical disability must, on being restored to the eligible list, fulfill his contract with the same opponent or a suitable substitute at the club specified…

(a) Permit. Clubs or other organizations desiring to hold programs for teenage boxers shall apply for a separate permit for each program. The request for a permit shall be sent to the commission for final approval or disapproval. (b) Eligibility. Any registered amateur below the …

The commission or its agent shall investigate all complaints or protests received by it, which charge any violation of the law, rules, or amateur code, and shall render its decision thereon within thirty days. The decision of the commission shall be final and binding. Notes Haw. …

The permit of any amateur association may be suspended or revoked at the will or pleasure of the commission for violation of the laws or rules of the commission, or other cause deemed sufficient, after notice and a hearing on the facts. Notes Haw. Code R. § 16-74-352 [Eff 10/2/81…

A boxer competing in a bout of four rounds or less may not compete again until 48 hours have elapsed. A boxer engaging in a contest of six rounds may not compete again until 72 hours have elapsed. A boxer engaging in a bout of eight rounds may not compete again until 96 hours hav…

A senior amateur who fails to compete after entering an event, and who does not furnish a satisfactory excuse for his failure to do so, may be censored or suspended upon the recommendation of a representative of the commission and the organization with which such amateur boxer is…

All senior amateurs must enter and compete in all boxing contests or tournaments under their own names. The use of a ring name or nickname is prohibited. No person who has attained the age of thirty-eight years shall be allowed to compete in any amateur boxing match contest or ex…

Any person or club using any subterfuge to avoid the supervision of the commission or the payment to the commission of taxes required by law shall be prosecuted by the proper legal authorities on complaint by the commission. Notes Haw. Code R. § 16-74-362 [Eff 10/2/81; comp 10/5/…

Anyone who is found guilty by the commission of attempting to take an amateur boxer away from the handler or trainer who started him, shall be suspended for a period as the commission deems just. All disputes or misunderstandings arising between amateur boxers and their handlers …

Any amateur boxing handler or trainer who uses or causes any amateur boxer to be used in an amateur boxing contest without first ascertaining whether the boxer is old enough to engage in amateur boxing or whether he is a registered amateur, shall be suspended by the commission fo…