This law gives a specific commission the exclusive authority to oversee all professional and amateur boxing, kickboxing, and full contact martial arts events in the state, including mixed martial arts. Any event must have the commission's approval before it can happen. Additionally, anyone who wants to promote or participate in these types of events must be licensed and follow the laws and rules set by the commission.

This law requires the boxing commission to gather input from people involved in boxing to find ways to help more licensed boxers participate in big championship contests in California. They're looking for ideas involving private action, public-private partnerships, and efforts by local and state agencies. Stakeholders like promoters and venues will be part of this conversation. The commission must ensure boxer safety is not compromised and must use existing resources for any costs involved.

This law says that the commission has the authority to issue licenses to clubs and individuals involved in professional or amateur boxing events, like referees and judges. Without the appropriate license from the commission, neither the clubs nor the individuals can organize or be part of such boxing events legally.

This law says that if you want to be involved in professional or amateur boxing or martial arts competitions in California, like as a fighter, booking agent, manager, trainer, or in specific roles like 'chief second' or 'second,' you need to have a license from the commission. Without this license, you can't participate or hold these roles legally.

This law requires professional boxers or martial arts fighters to show they can compete before getting their licenses. If there are doubts about a fighter's abilities after they're licensed, their license must be rechecked based on the commission's rules. The commission can accept various kinds of proof for a fighter's ability when they first apply, but all evaluations must be recorded on an approved form kept in the fighter's file. These evaluations can be used when approving fights for up to 120 days after they're done.

This section establishes an Advisory Committee on Medical and Safety Standards under the State Athletic Commission. The committee is made up of six licensed doctors, including one who specializes in neurology. Their job is to study and suggest safety and medical standards for sports like boxing and martial arts. The commission has the power to appoint these doctors, who serve up to four years, and at least half of them need to be present to hold a meeting.

This law mandates that a commission must set up a review process for applicants or current license holders who test positive for hepatitis C, based on blood tests. They can seek advice from a specific advisory committee to help in creating these procedures. Testing positive for hepatitis C does not automatically disqualify someone from participating in events like contests or matches, as long as they have been approved through this review process.

This law covers amateur boxing, wrestling, and martial arts contests in California. It allows a commission to let nonprofit groups manage these events if they meet high safety and fairness standards. Each contestant must pass a physical exam, and a doctor must be present during the events. Organizations holding events must have medical insurance for participants and report their finances within 90 days after the event. The commission may have representatives at events to ensure rules are followed and can revoke permissions if standards aren't met.

This section makes it illegal for licensed boxers or martial arts fighters in California to use drugs, alcohol, stimulants, or any banned substances listed by the World Anti-Doping Code. The commission can decide on exemptions if needed. They can test athletes anytime to ensure no prohibited substances are used. Testing involves collecting blood or urine samples under supervision. If a banned substance is found, the athlete will face penalties.

You need to be licensed by the commission to train professional boxers, kickboxers, or martial arts athletes in California. Trainers must also have at least five years of experience in combative sports. Only licensed trainers can advise the commission if an athlete is ready for their first amateur mixed martial arts fight or to go pro. Trainers are expected to be in the contestant's corner during matches unless they have special permission from the commission.

If someone responsible for a boxer or fighter, like a trainer or manager, doesn't report an injury or knockout to the necessary authorities and databases, they could lose their license or have it suspended.

This law section states that any contest held by or involving only schools, colleges, or universities, where all participants are genuine students taking at least half of the regular courses, is not subject to the rules outlined in this chapter.