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Can you summarize Chapter 260-40 WAAC?
Horse Racing Commission > Entries, starts, nominations and scratches.
Short Summary
These legal documents found in the Washington Administrative Code under the Horse Racing Commission govern the process of entries, starts, nominations, and scratches in horse racing. The documents outline various rules and requirements related to these aspects of horse racing. They specify that no alteration can be made in any entry after the closing of entries, but errors can be corrected. The majority ownership interest must approve the nomination or entry of any horse into a race. All owners of a horse are individually and collectively responsible for any fees resulting from nominations, entries, or starting fees. The documents also state that no person may start a horse in a race unless the horse is under the care of a licensed trainer at the race meet. Additionally, the documents address the eligibility requirements for horses participating in horse racing, including the need for recent workouts to be properly recorded with the commission. The documents also cover the closing time for entries and nominations, the requirements for proper identification of horses, and the responsibilities of owners, trainers, or authorized agents when entering or nominating a horse. Overall, these documents provide comprehensive guidelines and regulations for entries, starts, nominations, and scratches in horse racing in Washington state.
Whom does it apply to?
Owners, trainers, jockeys, and other individuals involved in horse racing
What does it govern?
Entries, starts, nominations, and scratches in horse racing
What are exemptions?
No specific exemptions are mentioned in these documents.
What are the Penalties?
No specific penalties are mentioned in these documents.
Jurisdiction
Washington