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HomeBusiness and Professions CodeDiv. 8Ch. 2Art. 14§ 18840 Boxing License Approval Criteria

§ 18840 Boxing License Approval Criteria

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§ 18840 Boxing License Approval Criteria

Key Takeaways

  • •The government checks if you're good enough to get a boxing or martial arts license.
  • •They look at your money, experience, and if you're a good person.
  • •They can give you a full license or one with rules you must follow.
  • •The license must be good for the public and the sport.

Example

A person wants to open a boxing gym and needs a license.

The government will check if the person has enough money, is experienced, and is a good person. If everything is okay, they might give the license with some rules, like only allowing certain types of training.

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

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§ 18840 Boxing License Approval Criteria

Notwithstanding any other provision of this code, if in the judgment of the commission the financial responsibility, experience, character and general fitness of an applicant for a license or renewal thereof, or any person connected with the applicant, are such that the participation of the applicant will be consistent with the public interest, convenience or necessity, and with the best interests of boxing and martial arts generally, and in conformity with the purposes of this chapter, and the rules or regulations adopted pursuant thereto, the commission may grant an unrestricted license or issue a license subject to terms and conditions. (Amended by Stats. 1989, Ch. 757, Sec. 18.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

financial responsibilityexperiencecharactergeneral fitnesspublic interestbest interests of boxing and martial artsunrestricted licenseterms and conditions

Related Statutes

  • § 18841 License Revocation Authority
  • § 18842 Emergency License Suspension Rules
  • § 18843 Fines For Violations
  • § 18844 License Revocation For Unpaid Fines
  • § 18845 Subpoena And Witness Authority

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Business and Professions Code. Section 18840.
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