If FightingKidsCom attempted to operate outside these commission rules, they would be operating an —a legal gray zone that usually defaults to "illegal prizefighting" even if no money changes hands.
There is no shortcut around child welfare laws. If it looks like a backyard brawl and sells tickets like a prizefight, no domain name—and no parental signature—will make it legal. This article was produced by the Legal Risk Analysis Unit. For further reading, review your state’s specific statutes on "minor participation in combat sports" or consult a licensed attorney. Do not rely on generalized internet advice when a child’s safety and your freedom are at stake.
Parents who encounter such a site should report it immediately to local law enforcement and the CyberTipline. Promoters who are considering building such a platform should pivot entirely to legitimate, non-striking youth athletics instead.
If FightingKidsCom attempted to operate outside these commission rules, they would be operating an —a legal gray zone that usually defaults to "illegal prizefighting" even if no money changes hands.
There is no shortcut around child welfare laws. If it looks like a backyard brawl and sells tickets like a prizefight, no domain name—and no parental signature—will make it legal. This article was produced by the Legal Risk Analysis Unit. For further reading, review your state’s specific statutes on "minor participation in combat sports" or consult a licensed attorney. Do not rely on generalized internet advice when a child’s safety and your freedom are at stake.
Parents who encounter such a site should report it immediately to local law enforcement and the CyberTipline. Promoters who are considering building such a platform should pivot entirely to legitimate, non-striking youth athletics instead.