[§440D-2]  No rules combat, extreme or ultimate fighting, and other similar competitions prohibited; exemption.  (a)  No person shall hold, promote, or participate as a contestant in any no rules combat, extreme or ultimate fighting, or other similar competition.

     (b)  No rules combat, extreme or ultimate fighting, and other similar competitions shall not be prohibited if the match or exhibition is scheduled or held:

     (1)  Between medically fit and adult contestants who are not disqualified from competing in another jurisdiction at the time of the match or exhibition;

     (2)  Pursuant to the promoter's rules or restrictions for the match or exhibition that protect the safety of contestants;

     (3)  Under the direction and control of an adult referee in the ring who has at least one year's experience in refereeing a match or exhibition involving a combination of combative techniques and who has passed a physical examination by a licensed physician, including an eye examination, within two years prior to the match or exhibition;

     (4)  Under the medical supervision of a physician licensed pursuant to chapter 453 or 460 who is present at ringside; and

     (5)  In a manner that will promote maximum safety for the contestants, to the extent feasible. [L 2005, c 54, pt of §2]