Wisconsin § 444.12 - Referee to stop contest.
Full text of Wisconsin Wisconsin Statutes § 444.12 — Referee to stop contest., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 444.12. Referee to stop contest.
The referee shall stop a professional contest or amateur unarmed combat sports contest when either of the contestants shows a marked superiority or is apparently outclassed. The referee shall be the sole arbiter of the contest and may consult a physician identified in s. 444.095 (2) (c) during the contest. 444.12 History History: 2003 a. 285 ; 2009 a. 111 ; 2015 a. 277 . 444.12 Cross-reference Cross-reference: See also ch. SPS 192 Wis. adm. code.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wisconsin § 444.12
What does Wisconsin Statutes § 444.12 cover?
Section 444.12 ("Referee to stop contest.") is part of the Wisconsin Statutes, the codified statutory law of Wisconsin. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Wisconsin § 444.12?
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