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INDIANA HORSE RACING COMMISSION > LICENSEES
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The first legal document governs the licensing requirements for owners of horses participating in horse racing in Indiana. It mandates that any person with a five percent or more ownership or beneficial interest in a horse must be licensed. The document also outlines the requirements for applicants, including owning or leasing an eligible and registered horse. If the applicant is under eighteen years old, they must submit a notarized affidavit from their parent or legal guardian. The document emphasizes the responsibility of licensed owners to disclose the true ownership of their horses and the identity of the trainer. It also prohibits the transfer of a horse to circumvent commission rules. Additionally, licensed owners consent to the release of records or information related to horse medication, care, and treatment by a veterinarian. The second legal document pertains to the licensing requirements for multiple owners of horses in the Indiana horse racing industry. It states that each shareholder or partner of a partnership, corporation, syndicate, or other association or entity must be licensed. The document also requires disclosure of all owners holding a five percent or greater beneficial interest. Owners with less than a five percent ownership or beneficial interest must file an affidavit attesting to the eligibility of all owners. The document outlines the process for obtaining an owner’s license for owners with less than a five percent ownership or beneficial interest and the requirements for joint ownership. It emphasizes designating a managing owner and a business address for joint ownership. The third legal document governs the registration of stable names in Indiana. It recognizes stable names registered by the United States Trotting Association (USTA) upon payment of appropriate fees. Licensed owners and lessees can adopt a stable name with USTA approval. The document requires identification of all persons using the stable name and immediate reporting of any changes. It also states that all persons using a stable name must comply with licensing rules. The fourth legal document pertains to owners of horses participating in a race meet. It allows the executive director or judges to require the stabling of all horses owned by an owner whose horse tests positive for prohibited substances. The document specifies considerations for positive test violations and includes substances listed in the Association of Racing Commissioners International’s Uniform Classification Guidelines of Foreign Substances. The fifth legal document outlines the eligibility requirements for individuals seeking a license as a trainer or assistant trainer in the Indiana horse racing industry. It specifies that applicants must be at least eighteen years of age and hold a currently valid trainer’s license issued by the USTA or CTA. Applicants without prior trainer’s licenses must pass a written or oral examination and a demonstration of practical skills. The document emphasizes the responsibility of licensed owners and trainers to disclose the true and bona fide trainer of each registered horse and obtain approval from the judges for any changes in trainers. The commission has the authority to refuse, deny, suspend, or revoke a trainer’s license for individuals who are ineligible, unless there is clear and convincing evidence that their participation in racing will not serve as a substitute for an ineligible person. The document further states that the commission’s designee may refuse a trainer’s license for certain individuals and outlines the procedures for addressing suspicions of substitute trainers. Trainers are responsible for the condition of the horses they train, including the presence of any prohibited drug, medication, or substance. A positive test reported by a commission-approved laboratory is considered evidence of a violation, and the trainer is responsible unless substantial evidence is provided to the contrary. Trainers are also responsible for ensuring that all persons employed by them comply with commission rules and regulations. The sixth legal document pertains to the identification and movement of horses on the day of their scheduled race. Trainers or their designees must be available to assist with the identification of their horse during the specified time period set by the track rules approved by the commission or its executive director. Once the association employee identifies the horse in the morning of its scheduled race, it cannot be moved to any other stall. However, the horse may be walked, bathed, shoed, trained, or moved in emergency situations. The seventh legal document, governed by the Indiana Administrative Code and the Indiana Horse Racing Commission, outlines the licensing requirements for drivers of harness horses in pari-mutuel races and qualifying races. It states that individuals who want to drive in races and qualifying races at tracks licensed by the commission must apply for and obtain a license, along with the recommendation of the judges. The document lists several qualifications that applicants must meet, including having at least one year’s training experience, being physically and mentally competent to drive, being knowledgeable about the training and driving of harness horses, and being familiar with the rules of racing. It also specifies that drivers must meet certain vision requirements and be at least sixteen years of age. The judges have the authority to refuse any driver’s participation in a race if they deem the driver unfit, unqualified, or too inexperienced. The eighth legal document governs the licensing requirements for authorized agents representing owners in the Indiana Horse Racing Commission. It applies to authorized agents who must obtain a license from the commission to represent owners. Each owner represented requires a separate application accompanied by a written instrument signed by the owner, clearly stating the delegated powers of the authorized agent. If the written instrument is a power of attorney, it must be filed with the commission. Any changes to the authorized agent’s appointment must be made in writing and filed with the commission. The owner can terminate the authorized agent’s appointment by providing a written notice acknowledged before a notary public and filed with the commission. The ninth legal document pertains to the licensing requirements and regulations for horseshoers in Indiana. It outlines the rules and procedures that horseshoers need to follow in order to obtain and maintain their licenses. The documents specify the qualifications and educational requirements for horseshoers, as well as the application process and fees involved. Additionally, the documents outline the responsibilities and obligations of licensed horseshoers, including the proper care and treatment of horses, adherence to safety standards, and compliance with ethical guidelines. The tenth legal document governs the registration of stable names in Indiana. It states that a horse may be raced under lease if a completed breed registry or other acceptable lease form is attached to the certificate of registration and on file with the Indiana Horse Racing Commission. Both the lessor and lessee must be licensed as horse owners. The document also mentions that all current year registrations of stable names by the United States Trotting Association (USTA) shall be recognized in Indiana upon payment of the appropriate fees. Licensed owners and lessees are allowed to adopt a stable name, subject to the approval of the USTA. The applicant is required to identify all persons using the stable name, and any changes in the persons using the stable name must be reported immediately to the commission. A person who has registered a stable name may cancel it upon written notice to the commission. The stable name and the name of the owner shall be published in the program. All persons using a stable name are required to comply with all rules regarding licensing of owners. In the event that one of the owners or persons listed in a registered stable is suspended, all horses shall be included. The eleventh legal document governs the responsibilities and obligations of trainers in the Indiana Horse Racing Commission. It applies to trainers of horses participating in official workouts or races. The trainer is responsible for the condition of the horses they train, including the presence of any prohibited drug, medication, or substance. A positive test reported by a commission-approved laboratory is considered evidence of a violation, and the trainer is responsible unless substantial evidence is provided to the contrary. Trainers are also responsible for ensuring that all persons employed by them comply with commission rules and regulations. Additionally, a trainer remains responsible for a race in which their horse has been claimed. The twelfth legal document, governed by the Indiana Administrative Code and the Indiana Horse Racing Commission, outlines the licensing requirements for drivers of harness horses in pari-mutuel races and qualifying races. The document states that individuals who want to drive in such races must obtain a license from the commission, along with the recommendation of the judges. The applicants must meet certain qualifications, including having at least one year of training experience, being physically and mentally competent to drive, having knowledge of harness horse training and driving, being familiar with the rules of racing, and meeting specific vision requirements. The judges have the authority to refuse permission for drivers to compete if they are deemed unfit, unqualified, or too inexperienced. Aspiring drivers can apply for licensing to drive in qualifying races and non-betting races only after successfully completing a written examination. The thirteenth legal document, governed by the Indiana Horse Racing Commission, pertains to the powers and duties of licensed authorized agents acting on behalf of licensed owner-principals in the context of horse racing. The document allows authorized agents to perform acts related to racing on behalf of the owner-principal, as specified in the agency appointment. It requires authorized agents to clearly identify themselves and the owner-principal when executing documents on behalf of the principal. Additionally, when entering a claim for the account of a principal, the authorized agent must include the names of the licensed owner and the authorized agent on the claim slip or card. Authorized agents are responsible for disclosing the complete ownership details of each horse they have authority over, and any changes in ownership must be immediately reported to and approved by the judges, as well as reported to the USTA for recording. The fourteenth legal document pertains to the licensing requirements and regulations for horseshoers in Indiana. It outlines the rules and procedures that horseshoers must follow in order to obtain and maintain their licenses. The documents specify the qualifications and educational requirements for horseshoers, as well as the application process and fees involved. They also cover topics such as continuing education, apprenticeship programs, and the renewal and suspension of licenses. The legal document content does not mention any specific exemptions or penalties for non-compliance. Overall, these documents aim to ensure that horseshoers in Indiana meet the necessary standards and provide quality services to the horse racing industry.
Whom does it apply to?
Owners of horses participating in horse racing in Indiana, multiple owners of horses, licensed owners and lessees, trainers or assistant trainers, drivers of harness horses, authorized agents representing owners, horseshoers
What does it govern?
Licensing requirements for owners of horses participating in horse racing in Indiana, licensing requirements for multiple owners of horses, registration of stable names, licensing requirements for trainers or assistant trainers, identification and movement of horses on the day of their scheduled race, licensing requirements for drivers of harness horses, licensing requirements for authorized agents representing owners, licensing requirements and regulations for horseshoers
What are exemptions?
No specific exemptions are mentioned in the documents.
What are the Penalties?
No specific penalties for non-compliance or violations are mentioned in the documents.
Jurisdiction
Indiana