The weight classes for female boxers shall be the same as used by male boxers.

1. A. A female boxer must be qualified to perform as a boxing contestant before she enters the ring.
2. B. A female boxer shall not engage in a contest with a male boxer.

3. C. In addition to meeting such requirements of the commission’s rules that are applicable to boxers generally, a female boxer shall comply with the following rules:

   1. (1) use a mouthpiece specifically designed for her mouth;

   2. (2) use glove sizes as follows:

      1. (a) female boxers up to 154 lbs. shall use 8 ounce gloves, properly fitted; and
      2. (b) female boxers over 154 lbs. shall use 10 ounce gloves, properly fitted.
   3. (3) secure her hair with soft and non-abrasive material in a manner that does not interfere with the vision or safety of either contestant; and
   4. (4) not use facial cosmetics.
4. D. Female contestants shall be permitted to wear a body shirt or blouse without buttons, buckles or ornaments. Other apparel or equipment is prohibited.
5. E. All female boxers must provide a negative pregnancy test prior to each bout.
6. F. A contest between female boxers must be limited to 10 rounds of two minutes duration, with one minute rest periods between rounds.
7. G. The promoters of a contest between female boxers shall provide the female contestants with adequate dressing rooms separate from the dressing rooms of male boxers.

[15.6.8.15 NMAC - N, 3/23/2002; A, 1/30/2024]