§1370.400. Application for License as a Promoter

a)         Promoters shall be separately licensed for either boxing or full-contact martial arts.

 

b)         Promoters shall be separately licensed as either a promoter of professional contests or a promoter of amateur contests.

 

c)         All promoters must be licensed.

 

d)         An applicant must be at least 18 years of age.

 

e)         An applicant for licensure as a promoter shall file a completed, signed application with the Division, on forms provided by the Division, that includes:

 

1)         A copy of a current government issued photo identification (e.g., driver's license, passport);

 

2)         Proof of a surety bond of no less than $5,000, as required by Section 11 of the Act, to cover financial obligations;

 

3)         a $10,000 performance bond guaranteeing payment of all obligations relating to the promotional activities;

 

4)         Proof of good moral character.  The applicant shall notify the Division of any criminal convictions other than minor traffic violations.  The Division may consider any criminal convictions or discipline in another jurisdiction in which the applicant is licensed when determining if the applicant is qualified for licensure;

 

5)         One passport size photo; and

 

6)         The required fee set forth in Section 1370.30.

 

f)         When the accuracy or sufficiency of any submitted documentation is questioned by the Division or the Board because of lack of information, discrepancies or conflicts in information given or a need for clarification, the applicant seeking licensure may be requested to:

 

1)         Provide the necessary information; and/or

 

2)         Appear for an interview before the Division to clarify information or clear up any discrepancies or conflicts in information.

 

g)         The Division may deny an application for licensure if, without limitation, the applicant fails to meet the qualifications specified in this Section, fails to pass a required examination or certification course, or otherwise fails to complete requirements to the satisfaction of the Division.