Chapter 20

20-2.10. Ring to Be Clear of Obstructions. 1. The entire ring platform shall be cleared of all obstructions, including such articles as buckets and stools at the beginning of a round, as indicated by the gong. None of these articles shall be placed on the ring floor until the gon…

20-2.11. Tape and Bandages. 1. The bandage on a boxer’s hand or wrist shall be soft surgical bandage of gauze quality not over two (2) inches wide and twenty (20) yards in length for each hand. It shall be wrapped on each hand smoothly and evenly and without zigzagging, lumping o…

20-2.12. Adhesive Tape for Protection of Hands. If both boxers agree, the Commission Representative may authorize small strips of tape between the fingers of a boxer to be placed directly on each hand for protection near the wrist. Said tape may cross the back of the hand twice b…

20-2.13. Adjustment of Bandages and Tape. All bandages and tape shall be adjusted in the dressing room in the presence of the Commission’s Representative who shall initial such wrappings. Under no condition are bandages to be placed on the hands of the contestants until authorize…

20-2.14. Round Cards. Each promoter may provide a sufficient supply of white, square shaped round cards, numbered on both sides from 1 to 15. These shall be visible to all spectators from the ring. HISTORY: Amended by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, eff June…

20-2.15. Steps to Boxing Ring. In addition to the set of steps installed in each boxer’s corner, a third set of steps leading to the boxing ring may be required by the Commission Representative for use exclusively by the attending physician, referee, ring announcer, round card ca…

20-2.16. Mouth Pieces. The promoter must have--at ringside--an adequate supply (not less than six) sterilized mouth pieces that can be formed to fit. No boxer shall be permitted to perform in any contest without wearing a form fitting mouth piece. It is suggested that each boxer …

20-2.2. Height of Ring. The ring shall not be more than four (4) feet above the floor of the building and shall be provided with suitable steps for the use of contestants and approved ringside officials. HISTORY: Amended by State Register Volume 20, Issue No. 6, Part 1, eff June …

20-2.3. Ring Posts. 1. Ring posts shall not be less than three inches in diameter and may extend from the floor of the ring to a height of no more than fifty-eight (58) inches and shall be properly padded. 2. Nothing shall be attached to the ring post without approval from the Co…

20-2.4. Ring Ropes. 1. There shall be at least four (4) ropes, not less than one (1) inch in diameter, which shall be well padded at all times. 2. The lower rope shall be not more than eighteen (18) inches above the ring floor and the top rope fifty-two (52) inches above the ring…

20-2.5. Gong or Bell. 1. The gong or bell must not be higher than floor level of the ring platform. 2. The bell or gong must have a clear tone so that the contestants can easily hear the bell or gong. HISTORY: Amended by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, eff J…

20-2.6. Timekeeper’s Chair. The timekeeper’s chair must be sufficiently elevated to give him/her a clear view of the ring. HISTORY: Amended by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, eff June 26, 2015.

20-2.7. Stopwatch. The licensed timekeeper at every boxing show shall have an approved and accurate stopwatch. HISTORY: Amended by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, eff June 26, 2015.

20-2.8. Gloves; Additional Articles. 1. An ample supply of boxing gloves must be kept on hand by every promoter. 2. Each glove must weigh at least eight (8) ounces. 3. All gloves must be in good condition or they must be discarded. 4. The Commission may require a brand new set of…

20-2.9. Scales. Scales used for weighing-in boxers shall be provided by or otherwise approved by the Commission’s Representative. HISTORY: Amended by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, eff June 26, 2015.

20-20.1. Female Boxers. (Same rules as for male boxers plus the following) 1. No applicant shall be contracted for or engage in a contest between male and female. 2. Contests will be scheduled for no more than ten (10) rounds of up to three (3) minutes’ duration with any lesser n…

20-21.1. Investigations and Hearings Held by Commission. 1. A designated representative of the Commission may make investigations. The Commission may hold hearings and issue subpoenas to compel the attendance of witnesses. 2. The Commission also may order production of books, pap…

20-21.2. Disciplinary Action. Any person or entity required by law to be licensed by this Commission shall be subject to disciplinary action for any violation of these regulations or order of the Commission. Upon the hearing and its determination of just cause existing, the Commi…

20-22.10. Passport. The Commission may require all kick boxers to register for passports. HISTORY: Formerly 20-23.10; Amended by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, eff June 26, 2015.

20-22.11. License Fees. The Commission may charge fees as shown in South Carolina Code of Regulations Chapter 10-4 and on the South Carolina State Athletic Commission website at http://llr.sc.gov/POL/Athletic/. HISTORY: Amended by State Register Volume 20, Issue No. 6, Part 1, ef…

20-22.14. Amateur Kick Boxing (Full Contact Karate). The SC Athletic Commission does not regulate amateur kick boxing. 20-22.15. Amateur Kick Boxing in Conjunction with Professional Contests. No amateur kick boxing contests shall be conducted in connection with any professional e…

20-22.15. Amateur Kick Boxing in Conjunction with Professional Contests. No amateur kick boxing contests shall be conducted in connection with any professional event, and no amateur kick boxer shall appear on a professional card, unless the event or card is held under the jurisdi…

20-22.16. Non-Profit and Charitable Events. See Section 20-17.9. HISTORY: Formerly 20-23.16; Amended by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, eff June 26, 2015. SUBCHAPTER 23 Wrestling

20-22.3. Application. 1. Applications for licenses and permits as required herein shall be made upon forms prescribed by the Commission, made under oath, and contain a photograph depicting a frontal view of the applicant’s head and shoulders. 2. Kick boxers who apply for a licens…

20-22.4. Period of Validity. Licenses are valid for a period not to exceed one year and will expire on December 31st of each calendar year. HISTORY: Formerly 20-23.4; Amended by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, eff June 26, 2015.

20-22.5. Documents. All papers and documents filed with the Commission shall be the property of the Commission. HISTORY: Formerly 20-23.5; Amended by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, eff June 26, 2015.

20-22.6. Suspensions. Promoters shall not permit any person under suspension to take part whatsoever as a participant or in arranging or conducting matches, or work during the period of suspension. HISTORY: Formerly 20-23.6; Amended by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. …

20-22.7. Sale or Transfer of License. No license or permit may be sold or transferred. HISTORY: Formerly 20-23.7; Amended by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, eff June 26, 2015.

20-22.8. Promoter Responsibility. 1. All promoters holding licenses and permits shall be absolutely responsible to the Commission for all matches held, given or conducted under such license and permit. 2. No promoter shall participate as a contestant in any show in which he/she i…

20-23.1. Professional Wrestling Exhibitions and Entertainment. All professional wrestling performances are exhibitions and entertainment, and are not contests. HISTORY: Formerly 20-24.1; State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, eff June 26, 2015.

20-23.14. Amateur Wrestling. The SC Athletic Commission does not regulate amateur wrestling. HISTORY: Amended by State Register Volume 15, Issue No. 5, eff May 24, 1991; Formerly 20-24.14; State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, eff June 26, 2015.

20-23.15. Amateur Wrestling in Connection with Professional Events. No amateur wrestling events may be held in connection with any professional event or exhibit. HISTORY: Formerly 20-24.15; Amended by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, eff June 26, 2015.

20-23.16. Nonprofit and Charitable Events. See Section 20-17.10. HISTORY: Amended by State Register Volume 12, Issue No. 6, eff June 24, 1988; State Register Volume 15, Issue No. 5, eff May 24, 1991; Formerly 20-24.16; Amended by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 45…

20-23.2. Licenses and Permits--General Requirements. 1. No person, club, corporation or association may be a participant in wrestling bouts in the State of South Carolina without first having obtained a license from the State Athletic Commission. 2. Additionally, no promoter may …

20-23.3. Application. 1. Applications for licenses and permits as required herein shall be made upon forms prescribed by the Commission, made under oath, and contain a picture ID depicting a frontal view of the applicant’s head and shoulders. 2. Wrestlers who apply for a license …

20-23.4. Period of Validity. Licenses are valid for a period not to exceed one year and will expire on December 31st of each calendar year. HISTORY: Formerly 20-24.4; Amended by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, eff June 26, 2015.

20-23.5. Documents. All papers and documents filed with the Commission shall be the property of the Commission. HISTORY: Formerly 20-24.5; Amended by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, eff June 26, 2015.

20-23.6. Suspensions. Promoters shall not permit any person under suspension to take any part whatsoever as a participant or in arranging or conducting matches, or work during the period of suspension. HISTORY: Formerly 20-24.6; Amended by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, D…

20-23.7. Sale or Transfer of License. No license or permit may be sold or transferred. HISTORY: Formerly 20-24.7; Amended by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, eff June 26, 2015.

20-23.8. Promoter Responsibility. All promoters holding licenses and permits shall be absolutely responsible to the Commission for all events held, given or conducted under such license and permit. HISTORY: Formerly 20-24.8; State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, e…

20-23.9. Permit Applications and Fees. 1. Every promoter must have a current license to conduct, hold or give wrestling matches or exhibitions and must apply to the Commission for a permit before conducting any match or exhibition. 2. Permits for Single Events a. Application for …

20-24.1. Waiver of Rules. When a championship event is held under the jurisdiction of a nationally recognized organization, the Commission may, by majority vote of those present at a meeting with a quorum, waive any regulation. HISTORY: Formerly 20-25.1; Amended by State Register…

20-24.2. Denial of License or Permit. If an applicant for a license or permit has been convicted on a charge of moral turpitude or for unbecoming conduct at any time or place reflecting discredit to kick-boxing or wrestling, the Commission may decline to issue such license or per…

20-24.3. Athletic Contests with Animals. The Commission will not sanction events involving animals, other than human beings, nor issue permits for events in which they participate. (See South Carolina Code of Laws Section 16-27-10 et seq ., The Animal Fighting and Baiting Act) HI…

20-24.4. When No Regulations Exist. When an application for a permit is received and no regulations exist for that type of event, the Commission may: 1. Deny the permit; 2. Designate that the regulation for a related combative art be used; or 3. Designate the acceptance of rules …

20-24.5. Verbal or Physical Abuse of Commission Representatives or Officials is Forbid- den. Verbal or physical abuse of any Commissioner, the Commission Representative or any person representing the Commission shall be a violation of the act establishing this Commission and shal…

20-24.6. SUBCHAPTER 26 [Omitted] Editor’s Note Former Subchapter 26, titled Off the Street Boxing (I.E. Toughman, Badman [Sic] ) , was omitted by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, eff June 26, 2015. 20-26.1. Omitted by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Do…

20-24.7. Omitted by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, eff June 26, 2015. Editor’s Note Former R. 20-24.7, titled Sale or Transfer of License , see, now S.C. Code Regs. 20-23.7. 20-24.8. Omitted by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, eff June …

20-24.9. Omitted by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, eff June 26, 2015. Editor’s Note Former R. 20-24.9 was titled Permit Applications and Fees , see, now S.C. Code Regs. 20-23.9. 20-24.10. Renumbered by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 6, Doc. No. 4536, e…

20-25.1. Off the Street Boxing. Participants and Officials must comply with the Rules and Regulations for regular boxing events with the following exceptions and/or additional rules: 1. Each bout is limited to three (3) one-minute rounds. 2. The corner men must use clean towels f…