New York Codes Rules Regulations (Last Updated: March 27,2024) |
TITLE 19. Department of State |
Chapter VII. State Athletic Commission |
Part 211. Special Rules for Professional Boxing |
Sec. 211.20. Referee's instructions
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- Before the start of each bout the referee shall call the participants together for final instructions, at which time each participant shall be accompanied by his or her chief second only, except in the case of a boxer who also requires the services of an interpreter. After receiving the referee's instructions, the boxers shall shake hands or touch gloves and return to their corners to await the gong for the first round.