1. (a) Before an individual performs as a referee, he shall be licensed by the commissioner. A licensed referee shall keep the license in his possession.

2. (b) Each referee applicant shall submit:

   1. (1) a completed application form;
   2. (2) two recent passport-sized photographs;
   3. (3) results of an annual physical an ophthalmological examination;
   4. (4) a current CPR card;
   5. (5) license fee; and
   6. (6) on initial application, evidence of at least three years active participation in the sport of boxing.
3. (c) An individual may not act as a referee for a boxing event if the referee has a direct or indirect financial interest in any boxer.

Source Note:The provisions of this §61.21 adopted to be effective June 4, 1992, 17 TexReg 3782.