Rules

Official Illinois State Professional MMA Rules

DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION

NOTICE OF EMERGENCY AMENDMENTS

(Source: Amended by emergency rulemaking at 32 Ill. Reg. 10448, effective June 27, 2008,
for a maximum of 150 days)

SUBPART E: MARTIAL ARTS OR MIXED MARTIAL ARTS
Section 1370.400 Application for a License as a Contestant

a) First Time Contestant (Amateur contestant desiring to turn professional or initial
licensure for professional contestants)

In addition to the application requirements set forth in subsections (c) through
(m), the application for licensure by a first time contestant shall be completed on
forms provided by the Division and shall include:
1) A government issued photo identification (e.g. driver's license, passport);
2) Proof of age (e.g. driver's license or copy of birth certificate);
3) Social Security Number or tax identification number as appropriate; and
4) For amateur contestants becoming professional contestants, 2 years of
martial arts or mixed martial arts experience as an amateur including the
total number of bouts and a breakdown of wins and losses. The applicant
shall have a minimum of 5 bouts or demonstrate exceptional fighting
ability as determined by the Division.
b) Professional Contestant Licensed in Other Jurisdictions
In addition to the application requirements set forth in subsections (f) through (n),
(o)(6) through (10), and (p), the application for licensure by a contestant licensed
in another jurisdiction shall be completed on forms provided by the Division and
shall include:
1) A federal identification card;
2) Proof of active licensure in another jurisdiction;
3) Proof of age (e.g. driver's license or copy of birth certificate); and
4) Social security number or tax identification number as appropriate.
c) A contestant over age 35 who has not competed in a contest within the last 36
months or as otherwise determined by the Division, may be required to appear
before the Board to determine their fitness to participate in a contest.
d) The Division may deny an application for licensure if the applicant fails to meet
the qualifications specified in this Section or fails to pass an examination if such
examination is required or otherwise completes training to the satisfaction of the
Division.
e) No contestant shall participate in a contest without being licensed.
f) Contestants shall be separately licensed for either boxing or martial arts/mixed
martial arts.
g) An applicant for a license shall complete an application provided by the Division
which shall include the fee set forth in Section 1370.305.
h) An applicant must be at least 18 years of age.
i) An applicant must show proof of residency.
j) Disclose in writing on a form provided by the Division a complete medical
history including any prior or existing medical conditions.
k) All fees involved with medical examinations and/or tests required in this Part
shall be the responsibility of the applicant.
l) Licensees shall comply with all applicable federal regulations governing martial
arts or mixed martial arts.
m) 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 applicant is qualified for licensure.
n) When the accuracy or sufficiency of any submitted documentation of stated
experience 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 such information as may be necessary; and/or
2) Appear for an interview before the Board to clarify information or clear up
any discrepancies or conflicts in information.
o) All contestants must submit proof of completion of a physical examination by a
physician. The examining physician shall conduct such examinations and tests as
necessary to attest to the fitness of the applicant to engage in contests. Each
contestant shall provide, to the Division, certified copies of medical tests
performed by a laboratory; no later than the scheduled weigh-in before any
contest. All physical exam and laboratory results submitted shall be no more than
6 months old from the date of submission. These submissions shall include, but
not be limited to:
1) E.K.G. results with the attending physician's findings;
2) Chest x-ray results with the attending physician's findings;
3) CT/MRI brain scan report (without contrast) with the attending physician's
findings;
4) A urine, blood or other test indicating no prohibited drugs;
5) A blood test which verifies applicant is free from sexually transmitted
diseases;
6) A blood test which verifies the applicant is HIV negative;
7) A blood test which verifies the applicant is Hepatitis B (HBsAg) negative;
8) A blood test which verifies the applicant is Hepatitis C (HCVAb)
negative;
9) An eye examination by a physician licensed to practice medicine in all its
branches and who specializes in ophthalmology; and
10) Any other test a physician may require.
p) Physical examinations of female contestants shall also include a pelvic,
abdominal and breast exam.
(Source: Added by emergency rulemaking at 32 Ill. Reg. 10448, effective June 27, 2008,
for a maximum of 150 days)

Section 1370.405 Application for a License as a Promoter, Matchmaker, Manager or
Second

a) Martial arts/mixed martial arts promoters, matchmakers, managers and seconds
shall be separately licensed for either boxing or martial arts/mixed martial arts.
b) An applicant for licensure as a martial arts/mixed martial arts promoter shall
adhere to the requirements contained in Section 1370.15.
c) An applicant for licensure as a martial arts/mixed martial arts matchmaker or
manager shall adhere to the requirements contained in Section 1370.20(d).
d) An applicant for licensure as a martial arts/mixed martial arts second shall adhere
to the requirements contained in Section 1370.20(b).
(Source: Added by emergency rulemaking at 32 Ill. Reg. 10448, effective June 27, 2008,
for a maximum of 150 days)

Section 1370.410 Application for a License as a Timekeeper, Referee or Judge

a) The Division may deny an application for licensure if the applicant fails to meet
the qualifications specified in this Section or fails to pass an examination if such
examination is required or otherwise completes training to the satisfaction of the
Division.
b) All timekeepers, referees or judges shall be licensed.
c) Timekeepers, referees and judges shall be separately licensed for either boxing or
martial arts/mixed martial arts.
d) An applicant for a license shall complete an application provided by the Division
which shall include the fee set forth in Section 1370.305.
e) An applicant must be at least 18 years of age.
f) All fees involved with medical examinations and/or tests required in this Part
shall be the responsibility of the applicant.
g) Licensees shall comply with all applicable federal regulations governing martial
arts or mixed martial arts.
h) 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 applicant is qualified for licensure.
i) When the accuracy or sufficiency of any submitted documentation of stated
experience 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 such information as may be necessary; and/or
2) Appear for an interview before the Board to clarify information or clear up
any discrepancies or conflicts in information.
j) The application for licensure as a referee, judge or timekeeper shall be completed
on forms provided by the Division and shall include:
1) A government issued photo identification (e.g., driver's license, passport);
2) An eye examination by a physician licensed to practice medicine in all its
branches and who specializes in ophthalmology no more than 6 months
old from the date of application; and
3) Documented experience in martial arts or mixed martial arts which shall
include but not be limited to:
A) 3 of the last 5 years in amateur or professional martial arts or
mixed martial arts contests; or
B) exceptional ability as a referee, judge or timekeeper as determined
by the Division; or
C) proof of active licensure in another jurisdiction.
k) In addition to the requirements of this Section, applicants for licensure as a referee
shall provide proof of a physical examination by a physician no more than 6
months old from the date of application, to determine whether the applicant is in
good physical condition, and has the speed and reflexes necessary for the
protection of both fighters, and that he or she has correct or uncorrected visual
acuity of at least 20/40 in both eyes.
(Source: Added by emergency rulemaking at 32 Ill. Reg. 10448, effective June 27, 2008,
for a maximum of 150 days)

Section 1370.415 Application for a Permit to Conduct a Contest

Applications for permits to conduct a MA/MMA contest shall adhere to the requirements
contained in Section 1370.25(a), (c) through (e), and (g), and the insurance requirements of
Section 8 of the Act.
(Source: Added by emergency rulemaking at 32 Ill. Reg. 10448, effective June 27, 2008,
for a maximum of 150 days)

Section 1370.417 Physicians, Paramedics, Promoters, Seconds, Timekeepers, Referees, and
Scoring

For purposes of this emergency rule, physicians, paramedics, promoters, seconds, timekeepers,
referees, and scoring involving a MA/MMA contest shall comply with the following:
a) for physicians and paramedics, Section 1370.105;
b) for promoters, Section 1370.25(f)(3) through (10), and in addition, the promoter
shall also provide a fighting area that meets the requirements set forth in Section
1370.440;
c) for seconds, Section 1370.26(a) through (c);
d) for timekeepers, Section 1370.27;
e) for referees, Section 1370.28;
f) for scoring, Section 1370.80(a) through (h).
(Source: Added by emergency rulemaking at 32 Ill. Reg. 10448, effective June 27, 2008,
for a maximum of 150 days)

Section 1370.420 Classes and Weights of Contestants

a) In accordance with generally accepted martial arts or mixed martial arts practices,
contestants shall be classified under the following classifications:
Weight Class Weights Allowances
1) Straw Weight up to 115 pounds 3 pounds
2) Flyweight over 115 to 125 pounds 3 pounds
3) Bantamweight over 125 to 135 pounds 3 pounds
4) Featherweight over 135 to 145 pounds 5 pounds
5) Lightweight over 145 to 155 pounds 5 pounds
6) Welterweight over 155 to 170 pounds 5 pounds
7) Middleweight over 170 to 185 pounds 7 pounds
8) Light Heavyweight over 185 to 205 pounds 7 pounds
9) Heavyweight over 205 to 265 pounds 7 pounds
10) Super Heavyweight over 265 pounds
b) Any weight division change must be approved by the Division.
c) Contestants shall only fight contestants in their own weight class unless
permission is granted by the Division.
d) At the weigh-in, no contestant may lose more than 3 pounds in less than a 2 hour
period. This does not apply to light heavyweight class and above.
e) Allowance in weight classes is the weight difference permitted between
contestants in 2 different weight classes.
f) Prior to engaging in a match or exhibition, all contestants shall submit to a weighin
and a physical examination within 24 hours prior to the contest.
g) The weigh-in shall be conducted at the time and place designated by the
Department. The scales must weigh accurately and be capable of weighing up to
an appropriate weight, as determined by the Department.
(Source: Added by emergency rulemaking at 32 Ill. Reg. 10448, effective June 27, 2008,
for a maximum of 150 days)

Section 1370.430 Attire and Equipment for Contestants

a) Attire and Equipment for Contestants
All contestants shall comply with the following:
1) Contestants shall wear athletic shorts that do not extend below the knee,
such as, mixed martial arts shorts, grappling or fighting shorts, boxing
shorts or kickboxing shorts, as specified in the bout agreement.
2) Each contestant shall have available for the contest 2 uniforms of
contrasting colors, consisting of a body shirt, athletic jersey and shorts.
No leotards or other such costume is permissible.
3) Shirts or gis shall not be worn by a contestant during a bout, unless
approved by the sanctioning body.
4) Knee pads, elbow pads, chest protectors (for male contestants), shin
guards, or footwear and shoes shall not be allowed.
5) All contestants shall wear an individually fitted mouthpiece, which shall
be subject to examination and approval by the Division:
A) all contestants shall have 2 mouthpieces; and
B) a round will not begin until both contestants have their respective
mouthpieces in place.
6) Male contestants shall wear a foul-proof groin protector.
7) Female contestants:
A) shall wear a breast protector during the contest with both
contestants wearing the same type. The breast protector shall be
subject to examination and approval by the Division; and
B) may wear a pelvic protector at the option of the contestant.
8) Taping of hands, wrists and ankles is permitted.
9) A contestant shall be prohibited from wearing any attire or equipment that
contains any metal substance.
10) All equipment and attire are subject to approval of the Division. An
inspector or other Division representative may direct a contestant to
change any attire or equipment where he or she determines that the attire
or equipment gives unfair advantage or is a threat to the health, safety, or
welfare of the other contestant or the public.
b) Bandages/Handwraps
In all weight classes, seconds must adhere to the following for wrapping hands:
1) The bandages/handwraps shall consist of soft gauze type cloth that is no
more than 15 yards in length and 2 inches in width and held in place by no
more than 6 feet of surgeon's tape provided that the tape shall be no more
than one inch in width for each hand;
2) The surgeon's tape shall be placed directly on each hand for protection
near the wrist;
3) Bandages shall be evenly distributed across the hand;
4) The binding of surgeon's tape must not be applied within one half inch of
the knuckles of the contestant's hand;
5) Bandages and tape shall be placed on the contestant's hand in the dressing
room prior to the bout in the presence of the inspector. The opposing
contestant for a title may also witness the bandaging of the opponent's
hands. This privilege may be waived; and
6) The Division official shall approve all bandages and taping prior to gloves
being placed on any contestant and after gloves are removed. Under no
circumstances are gloves to be placed on the hands of a contestant before
approval by the inspector.
c) Gloves for Contestants
1) Contestants competing against each other in the same bout shall wear the
same sized gloves.
2) Gloves shall be whole, clean and in good condition. Broken gloves are
prohibited during any bout or contest.
3) Gloves that are padded in the palm or fingertip area are prohibited.
4) All gloves shall be inspected and approved by the inspector prior to each
bout. The inspector or a designee of the Division may inspect gloves at
any time.
5) All gloves shall be furnished by the promoter. For all title bouts gloves
shall be new. Promoters must have extra sets of gloves in each size used
during the contest, to be used in case gloves are broken or in any way
damaged during the course of a bout. Promoters are prohibited from
furnishing gloves provided to him or her by a contestant.
6) Gloves shall be appropriate in size for the contestants and shall be no less
than 4 ounces and no more than 6 ounces in weight.
(Source: Added by emergency rulemaking at 32 Ill. Reg. 10448, effective June 27, 2008,
for a maximum of 150 days)

Section 1370.440 Structure of the Fighting Area for Contests

a) Contests shall be held in a ring, cage or a fenced area.
b) The fighting area shall meet the following requirements:
1) The fighting area:
A) shall be constructed in a manner that does not pose a substantial
risk to the safety or health of any person. The fighting area must
be circular or have as many as eight equal sides for a contest. The
fighting area shall be no smaller than 16 feet wide and no larger
than 32 feet wide within the ropes, cage or fenced area;
B) shall have a corner with a blue designation and the corner directly
across shall have a red designation;
C) floor shall extend at least 24 inches beyond the ropes or other
barrier. The floor must be of a canvas, duck, or similar material
that shall be padded with at least a 1 inch layer of foam padding
that shall extend over the edge of the platform of the fighting area.
Vinyl or other plastic rubberized covering is prohibited. Materials
that may gather in lumps or ridges during the bout or contest are
prohibited;
D) platform shall be no more than 4 feet above the floor on which it is
standing and must have suitable steps or ramps for use by officials
and the contestants;
E) shall have 5 fighting area ropes, when fighting area ropes are used,
not less than 1 inch in diameter and wrapped in soft material. The
lowest rope must be no higher than 12 inches from the fighting
area floor; and
F) must not be obstructed by any object, including, without limitation,
a triangular border, on any part of the fighting area floor.
2) When fighting area ropes are used, the post:
A) must be made of metal no less 3 inches and not more than 6 inches
in diameter, and must be properly padded in a manner approved by
the Division; and
B) must be 18 inches away from the fighting area ropes.
3) The fenced or cage specifications for martial arts and mixed martial arts
shall meet the following requirements:
A) be made of material that will prevent a contestant of falling out or
breaking through the fighting area onto the floor beneath the
fighting area or onto spectators. The enclosure may be composed
of vinyl-coated chain link fencing or other similar material;
B) any exposed metal on the interior of the fenced or caged area must
be covered and padded in a manner approved by the inspector or
Division representative. The covering shall not be abrasive to the
contestants;
C) any metal parts used to reinforce the fenced or caged area
enclosure shall not interfere with the safety of the contestants;
D) the enclosure shall provide 2 separate entries onto the fighting area
canvas that are sufficient to allow easy access to the fighting area
by officials and emergency personnel. The entrances must be
padded or covered so that there is no exposed metal on the interior
of the fence or caged area;
E) The enclosure shall not obstruct or limit the supervision and
regulation of the bout by the official or Division representatives;
and
F) The enclosure shall not inhibit the judging of the bout in any
manner.
(Source: Added by emergency rulemaking at 32 Ill. Reg. 10448, effective June 27, 2008,
for a maximum of 150 days)

Section 1370.450 Intentional and Accidental Fouls and Injuries

a) The following actions in a bout or contest shall be considered fouls:
1) Butting with the head;
2) Eye gouging of any kind;
3) Biting;
4) Hair pulling;
5) Fishhooking;
6) Groin attacks of any kind;
7) Putting a finger into any orifice or into any cut or laceration of an
opponent;
8) Small joint manipulation;
9) Striking to the spine or the back of the head;
10) Striking downward using the point of the elbow;
11) Throat strikes of any kind, including without limitation, grabbing the
trachea;
12) Clawing, pinching or twisting the flesh;
13) Grabbing the clavicle;
14) Kicking the head of a grounded opponent;
15) Kneeing the head of a grounded opponent;
16) Stomping a grounded opponent;
17) Kicking to the kidney with the heel;
18) Spiking an opponent to the canvas on his head or neck;
19) Throwing an opponent out of the ring or fenced area;
20) Holding the shorts or gloves of an opponent;
21) Spitting at an opponent;
22) Engaging in any unsportsmanlike conduct that causes injury to an
opponent;
23) Holding the ropes or the fence;
24) Using abusive language in the ring or fenced area;
25) Attacking an opponent during the break;
26) Attacking an opponent who is under the care of the referee;
27) Attacking an opponent after the bell has sounded the end of the period of
unarmed combat;
28) Flagrantly disregarding the instructions of the referee;
29) Timidity, including, without limitation, avoiding contact with an
opponent, intentionally or consistently dropping the mouthpiece or faking
an injury;
30) Interference by the corner; and
31) Throwing in the towel during competition.
b) Injuries
1) The referee, at his or her discretion, may request that the physician
examine a contestant during the bout. Should the examination occur
during the course of a round, the clock shall be stopped until the
examination is completed. The physician may recommend the referee to
stop the bout, in which case the referee shall then render the appropriate
decision.
2) In the event of serious cuts or injuries, the referee shall summon the
physician who shall advise whether the bout should be stopped.
3) A referee may consider the decision of the physician.
4) The referee shall be authorized to determine if injuries were produced by a
foul, and if the foul was intentional or accidental.
c) Injuries Sustained by Fair Blows and Fouls:
1) Fair Blows
If injury is severe enough to terminate a contest, the injured contestant
loses by technical knockout (TKO).
2) Fouls
A) Intentional
i) if an intentional foul causes an injury, and the injury is
severe enough to terminate a bout immediately, the
contestant causing the injury shall lose by disqualification.
ii) if an intentional foul causes an injury and the bout is
allowed to continue, the referee may notify the Division
representative and may deduct points from the contestant
who caused the foul.
iii) if an intentional foul causes an injury and the injury results
in the bout being stopped in a later round, the injured
contestant shall win by technical decision if he or she is
ahead on the scorecards or the bout shall result in a
technical draw if the injured contestant is behind or even on
the scorecards.
iv) if a contestant injures him or herself while attempting to
intentionally foul his or her opponent, the referee shall not
take any action in his or her favor, and this injury shall be
the same as one produced by a fair blow.
v) if the referee feels that a contestant has conducted him or
herself in an unsportsmanlike manner he or she may stop
the bout and disqualify the contestant.
B) Accidental
i) if the referee determines either from their observation or
that of the physician that the bout may not continue because
of the injury from the accidental foul the bout will be
declared a no contest if the foul occurred:
? during the first 2 rounds of a non-championship
bout; or,
? during the first 3 rounds of a championship bout.
ii) if the referee determines either from their observation or
that of the physician that the bout may not continue because
of the injury from the accidental foul the bout will be
determined by scoring the completed rounds and the round
which the referee stops the bout if the foul occurred:
? after the completion of the second round in a nonchampionship
bout; or,
? after the completion of the third round in a
championship bout.
iii) A contestant who is hit with an accidental low blow must
continue after a reasonable amount of time, but no more
than 5 minutes or he or she may lose the bout by technical
knockout.
iv) if an injury from an accidental foul later becomes
aggravated by fair blows and the referee orders the bout
stopped because of the injury, the outcome must be
determined by scoring the completed rounds and the round
in which the referee stops the contest.
3) In assessing fouls, the referee shall weigh the cause as well as the effect.
If the referee has seen an unauthorized blow, strike or attack delivered that
has a damaging effect, the referee may permit a rest period to the victim
not to exceed 5 minutes. During the rest period, seconds may not assist or
coach the injured contestant. The offending contestant shall go to a
neutral corner and shall not be coached during the period.
4) At the discretion of the referee, the referee may give an official warning or
penalty to the offending contestant for the unauthorized blow, strike or
attack, and then may give the command to continue after the end of the
rest period if the contestant who received the unauthorized blow, strike or
attack indicates ability to continue the bout. If the injured contestant
refuses to continue after a 5 minute rest period, the opponent shall be
named the winner.
5) Repeated unauthorized blows, strikes or attacks shall be penalized with
deduction of points from the offending contestant or disqualification of the
offending contestant.
6) A contestant cannot be named the winner of a bout as the result of
receiving an unauthorized blow, strike or attack, or low blow unless, in the
opinion of the referee, the unauthorized blow, strike or attack was
delivered deliberately and of enough force to seriously incapacitate the
injured contestant so that he or she could not continue the bout. Under
this condition, the offender shall be disqualified immediately.
7) A fouled contestant has up to 5 minutes to recuperate.
8) Only a referee can assess a foul and any point deductions. If the referee
does not call the foul, judges shall not make that assessment on their own.
9) If a foul is committed:
A) The referee shall call time.
B) The referee shall check the fouled contestant's condition and
safety.
C) The referee shall then assess the foul to the offending contestant,
deduct points and notify the seconds, judges and official
scorekeeper.
10) If a bottom contestant commits a foul, unless the top contestant is injured,
the contest will continue.
A) The referee will verbally notify the bottom contestant of the foul.
B) When the round is over, the referee will assess the foul and notify
both corners, the judges and the official scorekeeper.
C) The referee may terminate a bout based on the severity of a foul.
If the referee terminates a bout under such circumstances, the
contestant committing the foul shall lose by disqualification.
11) Where any injury severe enough for the referee to stop the contest
immediately after 2 rounds of a 3 round contest, or after 3 rounds of a 5
round contest are complete, the results of the bout shall be determined as if
the bout was completed.
12) Disqualification occurs after any combination of 3 fouls or if the referee
determines the foul to be intentional.
13) Except as provided in this Section, any contestant guilty of committing a
foul in a round shall be given an immediate warning and points may be
deducted from the contestant's total score as determined by the referee.
The use of foul tactics may also result in the disqualification of the
contestant.
(Source: Added by emergency rulemaking at 32 Ill. Reg. 10448, effective June 27, 2008,
for a maximum of 150 days)

Section 1370.460 Rounds

Rounds:
a) Non-title Bouts. Each non-title bout shall be no less than 3 rounds of 5 minutes in
length, with a 1-minute rest period between rounds with a 10 second warning
signal.
b) Title Bouts. Each title bout shall be no more than 5 rounds and no less than 3
rounds of 5 minutes in length, with a 1-minute rest period between rounds with a
10 second warning signal.
(Source: Added by emergency rulemaking at 32 Ill. Reg. 10448, effective June 27, 2008,
for a maximum of 150 days)

Section 1370.470 Types of Bout Results

A bout may end under the following results:
a) Submission:
1) Tap out: when a contestant physically uses their hands to indicate that
they no longer wish to continue.
2) Verbal tap out: when a contestant verbally announces to the referee that
they do not wish to continue.
b) Knockout (KO): Failure to rise from canvas.
c) Technical Knockout (TKO):
1) Referee stops bout because contestant can no longer defend him or herself;
or
2) Physician advises referee to stop the bout; or
3) When an injury as a result of a legal maneuver is severe enough to
terminate the bout.
d) Decision via scorecards:
1) Unanimous decision: when all 3 judges score the bout for the same
contestant.
2) Split decision: when 2 judges score the bout for one contestant and one
judge scores for the opponent.
3) Majority decision: when 2 judges score the bout for the same contestant
and one judge scores the bout a draw.
e) Draws:
1) Unanimous: when all 3 judges score the bout a draw.
2) Majority: when 2 judges score the bout a draw.
3) Split: when all 3 judges score it differently and the score total results in a
draw.
f) Disqualification: when a contestant has intentionally fouled his or her opponent
severe enough to terminate the contest or engages in other unsportsmanlike
conduct.
g) Forfeit: when a contestant fails to begin competition or prematurely ends the
contest for reasons other than injury or indicating a tap out.
h) Technical draw: When an injury sustained during competition as a result of an
intentional foul causes the injured contestant to be unable to continue and the
injured contestant is even or behind on the scorecards at the time of the stoppage.
i) Technical decision: When the bout is prematurely stopped due to an injury and a
contestant is leading on the scorecards.
j) No contest: When a contestant is prematurely stopped due to accidental injury
and a sufficient number of rounds have not been completed to render a decision
via scorecards.

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