Wis. Admin. Code Department of Safety and Professional Services SPS 192.34

Current through October 28, 2024
Section SPS 192.34 - Mouthpiece and headgear
(1) All boxers shall wear a mouthpiece during competition. The round may not begin without the mouthpiece. If the mouthpiece is dislodged during competition, the referee shall call time and have the mouthpiece replaced at the first opportune moment, without interfering with the immediate action. The referee may deduct points or disqualify a contestant if the mouthpiece is repeatedly dislodged or it is judged the mouthpiece is being purposely spit out.
(2) Professional boxers, other than those participating in an exhibition bout, may not wear head gear. Boxers participating in an exhibition bout shall wear competition headgear weighing between 10 and 12 ounces that has been approved by USA Boxing, Incorporated or the commissioner or department representative. Headgear may include cheek protectors. Karate foam dipped style headgear, headgear with a jaw bar or face guard, and heavily padded training or sparring headgear are prohibited.

Wis. Admin. Code Department of Safety and Professional Services SPS 192.34

Adopted by, CR 17-016: cr. Register November 2017 No. 743, eff. 12/1/2017