Section 1370

Section 1370.40 Classes and Weights of Boxers

a) In accordance with generally accepted boxing practices, boxers shall be classified under the following classifications:

1) Light Flyweight	not over 108 pounds

2) Flyweight	over 108 to 112 pounds

3) Bantamweight	over 112 to 118 pounds

4) Super Bantamweight	over 118 to 122 pounds

5) Featherweight	over 122 to 126 pounds

6) Super Featherweight	over 126 to 130 pounds

7) Lightweight	over 130 to 135 pounds

8) Light Welterweight	over 135 to 140 pounds

9) Welterweight	over 140 to 147 pounds

10) Light Middleweight	over 147 to 154 pounds

11) Middleweight	over 154 to 160 pounds

12) Super Middleweight	over 160 to 168 pounds

13) Light Heavyweight	over 168 to 175 pounds

11) Cruiserweight	over 175 to 195 pounds

12) Heavyweight	over 195 pounds

b) Any weight division change must be approved by the Department.

c) Prior to engaging in a match or exhibition, all contestants shall submit to a weigh-in and a physical examination within 24 hours prior to the contest.

d) 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.

e) The physical examination shall be conducted by a physician. He/she shall conduct such examination and tests as may be required, in order to attest to the fitness of the contestants engaged in the contest.

(Source: Amended at 25 Ill. Reg. 4229, effective March 13, 2001)