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HomeBusiness and Professions CodeDiv. 8Ch. 2Art. 7§ 18704 Professional Fighter Minimum Purse

§ 18704 Professional Fighter Minimum Purse

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§ 18704 Professional Fighter Minimum Purse

Key Takeaways

  • •Fighters must get at least $200 for each round they fight.
  • •The people in charge can increase this $200 amount if they want.
  • •This rule starts on January 1, 2025.

Example

A fighter competes in a 3-round match.

The fighter must be paid at least $200 for each of the 3 rounds, so they get at least $600 total.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 18704 Professional Fighter Minimum Purse

(a) Subject to subdivision (b), a professional fighter licensed under this chapter shall be entitled to a minimum purse of two hundred dollars ($200) per round fought. (b) The commission may raise the minimum purse amount by regulation. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 486, Sec. 5. (SB 1456) Effective January 1, 2025.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

professional fighterminimum pursetwo hundred dollars ($200)commissionregulation

Related Statutes

  • § 16100 County Business Licensing Authority
  • § 18702 Minor Combat Sports Restrictions
  • § 18705.5 Physician Approval Criteria Regulations
  • § 18710 Special Medical Examination Costs
  • § 18720 Boxing Round Limits

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Business and Professions Code. Section 18704.
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