Oregon Administrative Rules Chapter 230 - DEPARTMENT OF STATE POLICE, OREGON STATE ATHLETIC COMMISSION
Chapter 230 of the Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) is dedicated to the Department of State Police, Oregon State Athletic Commission. This chapter contains the specific rules that govern unarmed combat sports and entertainment wrestling in Oregon.
The Oregon State Athletic Commission, operating under the umbrella of the Oregon Department of State Police, is responsible for regulating these events to ensure the safety of participants and the public, and to maintain the integrity of the sports.
Here's a detailed overview of the areas covered in OAR Chapter 230:
I. General Provisions and Definitions:
Division 1: Procedural Rules: Outlines the general procedures for the commission, including public records, meetings, and rulemaking processes.
Division 10: Definitions: Provides clear definitions for terms used throughout the chapter, such as "amateur unarmed combat sports competitor," "bout," "boxing," "commission," "doping control," "inspector," "referee," "technical knockout," and various types of fouls and outcomes.
II. Licensing and Applications:
Division 20: Licenses and Applications: This is a crucial section that details the requirements for obtaining and maintaining licenses for various roles within unarmed combat sports, including:
Competitors: Professional and amateur boxers, mixed martial artists (MMA), kickboxers, and Muay Thai fighters. This often includes medical examination requirements, bloodwork (Hepatitis B, C, HIV), and sometimes national or federal licensure.
Promoters: Individuals or organizations arranging events.
Managers: Those representing competitors.
Seconds: Cornermen or trainers assisting competitors.
Matchmakers: Individuals arranging bouts.
Officials: Referees, judges, timekeepers, and inspectors.
Rules regarding license renewals, changes of address, and the consequences of falsifying application information.
Anti-Doping Regulations: Rules regarding the administration or use of prohibited substances and the testing procedures, as well as the penalties for violations.
III. Event Conduct and Regulation:
Division 30: Conduct of Promotions: Rules governing how events are organized and promoted, including venue requirements, safety measures, and official attendance.
Division 40: Control of Ticket Sales: Revenue: Regulations related to ticket sales, accounting for revenue, and taxes due to the state.
Division 60: Contracts and Financial Arrangements: Rules regarding contracts between promoters, competitors, and other licensed individuals, as well as financial arrangements, including payment of purses.
Division 70: Ring, Fenced Area and Equipment: Specifications for the dimensions, construction, and safety of the ring or fenced area (cage) and other required equipment.
Divisions 80, 120, 130, 140, 145: Conduct of Bout - Specific Sports: These divisions lay out detailed rules for the actual conduct of bouts for different unarmed combat sports:
Division 80: Professional Boxing Rules
Division 120: Kickboxing Rules
Division 130: Muay Thai Rules
Division 140: Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Rules
Division 145: Combat Jiu Jitsu Rules
These rules cover everything from weight classes, rounds, fouls, scoring, and the authority of the referee, to medical supervision during and after bouts.
Division 90: Officials and Medical Personnel: Rules regarding the licensing, duties, and responsibilities of referees, judges, timekeepers, inspectors, and medical personnel present at events. This also addresses the Oregon State Athletic Commission Medical Advisory Committee, which recommends fitness criteria and safety procedures.
Division 100: Champions: Rules pertaining to the recognition and regulation of champions in various weight classes.
Division 110: Enforcement: Details the disciplinary actions, penalties, and enforcement procedures for violations of the rules, which can include fines, license suspension, or revocation.
Division 150: Amateur Athletic Organizations: Rules for the approval and regulation of amateur athletic organizations that sanction unarmed combat sports events.
In essence, OAR Chapter 230 ensures that professional and amateur unarmed combat sports and entertainment wrestling events in Oregon are conducted safely, fairly, and in accordance with state law. The Oregon State Athletic Commission's duties include licensing all participants, enforcing medical and safety standards, and overseeing event operations.
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