There were 10 unarmed combat commission licenses issued by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) in Wayne County during the fourth quarter, a 400 percent increase over the same quarter of the previous year, according to data provided by the department.
LARA comprises several agencies, bureaus and commissions that influence business growth and job creation through regulation.
| Types of Licenses Issued | Licenses Issued in Q4 2021 | Licenses Issued in Q4 2020 | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amateur Mixed Martial Artist | 3 | 0 | Increase |
| Announcer | 0 | 0 | — |
| Judge | 1 | 0 | Increase |
| Matchmaker | 0 | 0 | — |
| Professional Boxer | 4 | 2 | 100 |
| Professional Mixed Martial Artist | 1 | 0 | Increase |
| Professional Promoter – Business | 0 | 0 | — |
| Professional Promoter – Individual | 0 | 0 | — |
| Referee | 1 | 0 | Increase |
| Timekeeper | 0 | 0 | — |
Due to data inconsistencies not all professional licenses for the area are listed.



