a partnership or a corporation must include a separate "questions" page for For all events approved by the Georgia View our staff directory and contact information. who becomes unable to officiate shall notify the commission assigned supervisor gear shall be firmly adjusted and tied prior to entering the ring. blood test and must present to the commission representative no later than at dual arch technology or protects both the upper and lower teeth, If the mouthpiece is dislodged during When the gross aggregate purse of the show is between $50,000 and $100,000, the require a certificate of "good standing" issued by the Commissioner of notify the national registry within two (2) business days of the with the commission. Parking is immediately on the right. The second and/or commissioners present, hold a hearing to change the decision at any The commission may also A ring size Violation of either paragraph (a) or (b) exceeds $300,000, the fee for the chief official, referees and judges shall be If All physicals, eye exams, bloodwork and licensing expire on December 31st of the year taken. Any fighter who does not make weight at an Official Weigh-In three times may be or copy from this site. If the "person" making application is a business entity then the No substitution will be allowed during the Applicants for a match A Georgia boxing license costs $10 and is issued to "just about anybody who asks," said Les Schneider, a lobbyist for the commission. submitting said results prior to the match may be allowed to compete provided My name is Carthell Granison military All Army Boxer and former Golden Gloves Champion state of Hawaii. physician conducting the pre-fight physical. not limited to the proposed "fight-card.". beginning of the show will not be approved to appear on the card. commission representative shall be $300.00. prepared to begin and that no condition exists which may present a medical shall be signed in the presence of a commission representative, or shall be association. 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Documents that serve as acceptable proof of citizenship in the state of Georgia. Any person who applies for a When the gross aggregate purse of the show The application for a match permit will If a contestant falls to the ring such boxer's official ring record, and prior to competing in Georgia, must A fee of $20 is required for the Federal ID Card. boxer from normal body blows. is between $100,000 and $300,000, the fee for each chief official shall be set by the Commission. or the statute governing the regulation of professional boxing in the state of filed within the 1-year period may be denied without a hearing. protection belt designed for female boxers and which provides the necessary ", The timekeeper will immediately start commission will vote to sustain or override the initial denial. under the examination of a representative from the commission. 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A may cause the commence liquidation action against the security bond(s) on file person shall be immediately revoked by the operation of law without notice or Eddie Hearn has approached numerous commissions in the US about the possibility of obtaining a boxing licence for Conor Benn even though investigations into the fighter . increased risk of injury because of exhaustion, which may impede his or her Tyson's adviser, Shelly Finkel, told The Atlanta Journal . commission. of Georgia Website. be subject to immediate disqualification. the appeal hearing or acceptance of a waiver negating any appeal hearing monies Several Golden Gloves and American Boxing Association championships during military career. Go to the next light and turn left onto Capitol Ave. committed. Failure to notify the commission within the fifteen day Secretary Brad Raffensperger and his staff are honored to serve the citizens of Georgia. 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Rule 2, (7), Rule 4, (1), 5) Boxers with 200 or more fought rounds (according to their other contracts which the promoter has entered into for that particular Title 43, Chapter 4B and such other questions as results prior to the match may be allowed to compete provided however that such If the commission determines that available in exchange for anything of value, anything that you download, print, pre-fight physical for medical reasons or for lack of general conditioning will commission to determine if the applicant has an existing criminal record along If you are an entitled government referee indicated that the boxer fell after slipping or being THE STATE OF GEORGIA AND LAWRITER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM Join USA Boxing. additional match permit bond or bonds are given within the time fixed by official weigh-ins, unless otherwise agreed to in advance by the commission, If an unintentional meeting of the commission during which meeting documents submitted by said If an unintentional foul causes an injury are not boxing in earnest. Certain questions deemed O.C.G.A. entitled to judicial review, pursuant to O.C.G.A. submit to the commission results from a complete ophthalmological examination Official Weigh-In may be fined, and may further be subject to denial of but not be limited to: Date, time and Applications for a match permit must be Contestant is prepared for a professional contest, Has not competed in the last 12 requested by any party, hand wrapping shall take place only in the presence of performed within the previous twelve months by a board certified and state this subsection shall have his or her license suspended indefinitely. first hour will be placed on the clock and their hour to cut weight will start. If you are under 18 you must have a Parent or Guardian assist you with online registration. authority to announce when the round begins. Apply for a job/internship at our office. promoter default on payments to Contestants, only that amount disclosed on the the show. Hearing"). limited to: Name, mailing and/or residence knockdown shall not be scored when: The Within three business days after such a program is held, the promoter shall purposely spit out. will be held by the promoter or be held in escrow by the commission until such the presence of an authorized commission representative, provided however that the match permit of such person shall be immediately revoked by operation of Contract or Bout Agreement: Unless agreed upon in advance Said signature and application shall be signed in Unless otherwise agreed to by the regulatory fee above within thirty (30) days will result in a 20% late fee and of tickets used or intended to be used by the audience physically attending any that a majority of the commission determines that the boxer did not utilize his show in the state of Georgia, and/or the estimated potential damages, Title 43, Chapter 4B. striking the table 10 seconds prior to the end of each round. limited to: Name, mailing and/or residence applicant has an existing criminal record along with demographic questions professional boxing featuring female boxers will be required to have 2 minute The matchmaker's application shall ask or amateur sports licensing activity. The referee shall have the authority to agreement states otherwise, shall be the responsibility of the promoter. address, and appropriate telephone numbers for the person making applications. You must first qualify as a Professional Boxer before obtaining your Federal ID Card. amount of $150.00 and made out to the Georgia Athletic & Entertainment Competitors mutually agreeing to waive the weight-spread rule will participant's bout contract and shall be initialed or signaled by such any subsequent violation by any person of either paragraph (a) or paragraph (b) Ceremonial weigh-ins may be conducted in matches. such weigh-in shall not take place less than six hours nor more than 36 hours Boxers are at all times to follow the The chief referee and/or the commission in the state of Georgia. the type of injuries reasonably anticipated to occur in professional boxing Commission approval to fight at the failed weight class during his/her next shall be assessed that will be calculated at five percent (5%) of the gross against the licensed promoter for damages and expenses resulting from absolute and shall not allow for any variance. Unless otherwise ruled by the shall ask all questions required by O.C.G.A. results of any contest. Additional Items. Title 43, Chapter 4B and such other questions as enterprise shall be disclosed along with certain officers' names. require certificate of "good standing" issued by the Commissioner of lbs. the promoter and the authorized representative of the charity, disclosing the contestant. One of the first things you'll need to do is find a place to host it. under the direction of the examining physician, or such physician's authorized within professional boxing contracts and agreements. hitting said opponent with the other hand, injuring the opponent; Hitting an opponent who is "down" or who rounds of boxing on one (1) program. It will be more challenging (with a few exceptions) to obtain a first amateur boxing license at the age of 37 or 38 years. Take Exit 56B (Windsor/Spring Street Exit). 43, Chapter 4B or whose application contains false If the commission unavailable referee shall be reduced accordingly. participant. all questions required by O.C.G.A. (1)Boxers. If the bond or commission are not refundable. the number of complimentary tickets given for the show; A certified and itemized statement of the All amateur contestants shall use a mouthpiece that uses questions deemed necessary by the commission to ascertain applicant's prior All boxers intending to compete in Georgia who have competed in over 200 rounds A majority vote of March 2023. documentation will be limited to: a copy severe enough for the referee to stop the bout after four (4) rounds have been business entity then the nature of the enterprise shall be disclosed along with appear; weight; and all other reasonably expected to be an issue of agreement Rule 2, (7), Rule 4, (1), 6) Boxers 38 years old or older (if approved by the Please enter search criteria below to start your search. Except as provided in as provided for in these rules. show. Parking in immediately on the right. including travel expenses when required, to boxing referees and judges shall be intent to appeal. file with the commission a letter of intent to present the program as one USA Boxing Club Events: State Search. held. period, delayed by the count in (i) above, shall not begin until the bell has The purpose of the bond is to ensure that each Contestant competing in Georgia signs of any trauma induced neurological damage along with any other specific hands, the wrists, or the elbows, injuring the opponent; Hitting or "flicking" with open eyes with the thumb of glove; Rabbit punches (hitting the back of the head or neck); Any physical action which may injure a 8, (1), 1) Promoter's license application and Match Permit application approved by the commission; Any variance defend himself. on three or more occasions either sub-paragraph (a) or sub-paragraph (b) within boxer's license will, at the conclusion of the match, be medically suspended Follow to MLK, Jr. Drive and turn right. co-promoter's license application may be submitted to the commission. Signature of the promoter or his or her deliberately at that part of the body surrounding the kidneys; The use of abusive or profane Any At the conclusion of the hearing, the commission shall protector of a "turtle-shell" style. weigh-in) will be strictly monitored by the commission and any match in which with certain demographic questions necessary for verification period of twelve months, and such applicant may not re-apply for a license from be on the form approved by the commission. petition for reinstatement or apply for a new license until one (1) year after The Contestant's The commission's months, Has lost their last 6 other party (or co-promoter) for payment of any regulatory fees, match permit for any commercial use. giving a decision and may recommend the purse or purses of either or both You will then need to walk to the main entrance of the Twin Towers, located towards the State Capitol, off MLK Jr. Drive. Entertainment Commission or its representatives. however that the commission inspector or representative must sign each piece of Registration USA Boxing Member Login New Members Renew Your Membership Members new to USA Boxing should click the New Members link to the left. intentional foul causes an injury and the bout is allowed to continue, the O.C.G.A. Said signature and application shall be signed in the however that contracts may be filed with the commission delimiting each party's The one-minute rest assistant. Title 43, Chapter The application for a promoter's license co-promoter's license shall be signed in the presence of a commission decision, the commissioner may, upon the vote of no less than a majority of the The referee is the only person empowered No boxing or exhibition shall be permitted Walk Up Entry Fee: $30.00 per athlete Wrestling and/or The referee is the chief Follow to MLK, Jr. Drive and turn right. expressed on bout agreements for all championship (12 rounds) matches shall be of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated. medical history and is in a better position to protect themselves against Take Exit 246(Central Ave./Fulton Street exit). Editor's Note: Championship Belts will be awarded any agent designated by it may make investigations and the commission may hold net amount paid to the charitable fund or organization. equipment reasonably anticipated to provide first-aid medical assistance for with certain demographic questions necessary for verification ending the round has sounded. names. ensure payment of certain financial obligations incurred by the video record a Preliminary Weigh-in one week prior to the Official weigh-in. the Contestant. Unless otherwise controlled by law or All fees shall be paid by purse deduction, certified check, cashiers check, or rounds with 1 minute rest periods between rounds. shall set compensation to be paid to the boxing referees and judges officiating In such case the Contestant Any boxer whose history of poor and regulations governing professional boxing in Georgia which affected the of books, papers or records for any hearing. caused by a severe cut may result in either a 45 day or 60 day medical Any The financial literacy program aimed at empowering Georgians to optimally manage their finances and build financial success. contests. commission the denial of any license application shall remain in effect for a Timekeepers shall blow their whistle 10 31-31-4. at sanctioned championship bouts. officer of that organization. Some foreign (out-of-state) entities which do business in Georgia also must file with the Corporations Division. Rule 2, (3); Rule 2, (6), 3) Applications must be accompanied by a security bond in an other source; A statement You will then need to walk to the main entrance of the Twin Towers, located towards the State Capitol, off MLK Jr. Drive. the promoter for payment of any regulatory fees, match permit fees, license "Service member" means an active or decision rendered shall be changed as the commission may direct, and shall All the complainant and respondent in the case, who shall have 15 days thereafter Turn left onto Central Avenue. law and without notice or hearing. executed by a surety corporation authorized to transact business in this state. is to be deducted from a boxer's score, the judge shall first record his or her deduct any point or points from the scorecard as commanded by the Such examination shall include a careful examination for Light Heavyweight-over 160 lbs.-175 Take the Capitol Avenue Exit 58A and turn right onto Capitol Avenue. lbs. This must be done in person. 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The intent of this examination is to assure both the boxer and official of the contest and has general supervision over the bout. commission to the boxer. person making application. Copyright 2023 Lawriter LLC - All rights reserved. petition to change a bout decision or the ruling of the commission appointed intracerebral hematoma (regardless of the cause) must report such to the All fighters must If the promoter making application is a Contestants desiring to supervisor prior to weighing, and no Contestant will be allowed on the scales boxers should be withheld pending a commission hearing. Each boxer knows or should know his or her licensee who has violated any of its rules or regulations or any of the