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HomeBusiness and Professions CodeDiv. 8Ch. 2Art. 7§ 18701 Contest Object Throwing Prohibition

§ 18701 Contest Object Throwing Prohibition

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§ 18701 Contest Object Throwing Prohibition

Key Takeaways

  • •At any event with a ring (like boxing or wrestling), there must be a sign in English and Spanish.
  • •The sign must say it's against the law to throw anything toward the ring.
  • •The sign has to be where everyone can see it.

Example

You're at a boxing match and someone throws a drink into the ring.

The arena must have a sign in English and Spanish saying not to throw things into the ring. If they don’t have the sign, they’re breaking the law.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 18701 Contest Object Throwing Prohibition

There shall be posted in public view at every place that a contest is held a notice in English and Spanish which states that it is unlawful to throw any object in the direction of the ring. (Added by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1092, Sec. 2.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

noticeunlawfulthrow any object in the direction of the ring

Related Statutes

  • § 14235 Trademark Classification Requirements
  • § 16727 Anti-Competitive Sales Restrictions
  • § 16750.2 Notice Requirement For Appeals
  • § 17701 Coupon Issuer Identification Requirement
  • § 18700 Event Venue Safety Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Business and Professions Code. Section 18701.
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