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Can I offer contests that involve entry fees in Hawaii? What are the requirements?

Based on the documents provided, it appears that contests involving entry fees are allowed in Hawaii, but there are specific requirements that must be met.

Requirements for Mixed Martial Arts Contests

According to [HIRS 440E-5.5][1.1], amateur mixed martial arts contests may be placed under the control and supervision of any recognized national amateur mixed martial arts association. The director shall adopt rules pursuant to chapter 91 for the purposes of this section.

Additionally, [HIRS 440E-11][1.4] requires that within three business days after the conclusion of every contest for which admission fees are charged and received, every promoter holding a license to conduct, hold, or give mixed martial arts contests, shall furnish to the director a written report, duly verified, showing the number of tickets sold for the contest, the amount of the gross receipts or proceeds thereof, and other matters as the director prescribes in rules adopted in accordance with chapter 91.

Requirements for Boxing Contests

For professional boxing contests, [HIRS 440-11][2.1] outlines several requirements that must be met, including:

  • Providing proof of medical insurance for boxers in accordance with rules adopted by the commission.
  • Providing a bond, in an amount determined by the commission, to adequately cover the promoter’s obligations in conducting, holding, or giving a boxing contest.
  • Submitting all contracts with managers, boxers, and venues, including any agreement of pre-contest training funds advanced to any contestant either by the promoter or manager or any party of interest, to the commission for its review and approval.
  • Submitting all ring records of all boxers scheduled to participate in the contest to the commission for its review and approval.
  • Providing cashier’s or certified checks made payable to each contestant for the amount due the contestant or the contestant’s manager, as the case may be, in accordance with the contracts approved by the commission.
  • Providing written confirmation that an ambulance with paramedics and appropriate security have been obtained and will be present at all times at the venue of the boxing contest.

Additionally, [HIRS 440-10][2.2] outlines the requirements for obtaining a license to conduct, hold, or give professional boxing contests, including providing evidence of financial integrity and proof of compliance with the applicable requirements of the department’s business registration division.

License Fees

License fees are required for both mixed martial arts and boxing contests. [HIRS 440E-9][1.2] requires biennial license fees to be paid by every applicant to whom a license is issued to participate in the conduct of mixed martial arts in any of the following capacities set forth in this chapter: promoter, physician, referee, judge, manager, second, and mixed martial arts contestant. [HIRS 440-13][2.3] requires annual license fees to be paid by every applicant to whom a license is issued to participate in the conduct of professional boxing in any of the capacities set forth in this chapter: promoter, physician, referee, judge, matchmaker, manager, timekeeper, second, and professional boxer.

Conclusion

Based on the documents provided, it appears that contests involving entry fees are allowed in Hawaii, but there are specific requirements that must be met for both mixed martial arts and boxing contests. These requirements include obtaining a license, providing proof of financial integrity, complying with applicable rules and regulations, and submitting various reports and records to the appropriate authorities. Additionally, license fees are required for participation in both types of contests.

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Jurisdiction

Hawaii