California CodesBusiness and Professions Code - BPCDivision 8 — Special Business RegulationsChapter 2 — Boxing, Wrestling, and Martial ArtsArticle 14 — Administrative EnforcementSection 18840

Notwithstanding any other provision of this code, if in the judgment of the commission the financial responsibility, experience, character and general fitness of an applicant for a license or renewal thereof, or any person connected with the applicant, are such that the participation of the applicant will be consistent with the public interest, convenience or necessity, and with the best interests of boxing and martial arts generally, and in conformity with the purposes of this chapter, and the rules or regulations adopted pursuant thereto, the commission may grant an unrestricted license or issue a license subject to terms and conditions.