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HRS §440-23

Penalty for boxers in fake matches

A boxer who knowingly takes part in a fake or sham boxing match will be suspended by the boxing commission for at least 12 months from the date of the offense. The boxer may also be permanently banned from future boxing matches under this chapter.

The statute, as written — Sham boxing contest; penalty against contestant

Any contestant who knowingly participates in any sham or false boxing contest shall be suspended by the boxing commission for not less than twelve months from the date of the offense from further participation in any boxing contest held or given under this chapter and may be permanently disqualified from further participation in any boxing contest held or given under this chapter.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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