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California Horse Racing Board > Objections and Protests; Appeals
Short Summary
The provided legal document content consists of regulations and guidelines related to objections, protests, and appeals in horse racing events in California. The regulations specify that suspended jockeys or drivers may be allowed to compete in designated races, subject to certain conditions. The Board of Stewards has the authority to designate races for suspended jockeys or drivers, but may prohibit participation if the jockey or driver has been previously suspended at least twice during the specified race meeting. The regulations also require a listing of designated races to be submitted in writing to the Board prior to the meeting, and a copy of the list to be posted in the Jockey or Driver’s Room. Additionally, a suspended jockey or driver must be named at the time of entry to participate in any designated race. The document also outlines the process of appealing decisions made by stewards in horse racing. Individuals or entities involved in horse racing have the right to appeal a decision made by the stewards, except for decisions concerning the disqualification of a horse due to a foul or a riding or driving infraction. The appeal must be made in writing, stating the reason or reasons for the appeal, and must be received by a Board employee within seventy-two (72) hours from the date of the stewards’ decision. The decision of the stewards remains in effect until the appeal is sustained or dismissed, or a stay order is issued by the Chairman of the Board. The document also provides guidelines for filing objections and protests against horses entered in horse racing events. The grounds for objection include misstatements, errors, or omissions in the entry, misrepresentation of the horse’s identity or age, failure to meet qualifications or improperly claimed allowances, incorrect weight to be carried, ownership by ineligible individuals, and violation of existing liens. Protests must be made in writing to the stewards within 72 hours after the race is declared official, and must state the specific reason or reasons in detail to establish probable cause. The stewards are responsible for making diligent inquiries into any objection or protest made. The document also mentions the issuance of temporary stay orders by the Executive Director, which can stay the execution of any ruling, order, or decision of the stewards, except for decisions related to the finish of a race for pari-mutuel pool distribution. The document further states that any purse, award, or prize withheld from distribution pending the determination of any protest may be ordered to be returned and redistributed to the rightful owner or horse. Failure to comply with an order to return any purse, award, or prize erroneously distributed may result in suspension. Overall, these documents provide guidelines and procedures for objections, protests, and appeals in horse racing events in California.
Whom does it apply to?
Jockeys, drivers, trainers, owners, stewards, and other individuals or entities involved in horse racing events in California
What does it govern?
Designation of races for jockeys or drivers under suspension, filing objections and protests, appeals of stewards' decisions
What are exemptions?
No specific exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
No specific penalties are mentioned.
Jurisdiction
California