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Can you summarize RIGL Title 41, Chapter 3?
Sports, Racing, and Athletics > Horse Racing
Short Summary
The provided legal document content governs the licensing and regulation of horse racing activities in the state of Rhode Island. It grants the division of gaming and athletics licensing the power to require financial statements and conduct investigations to ensure compliance with rules and regulations. The division has the authority to license various individuals and entities involved in horse racing, including owners, trainers, jockeys, and pari-mutuel employees. Different classes of race meets are defined, including horse running races, competitive harness horse races, and harness racing by agricultural associations. Class A licenses are renewable for ten years, subject to compliance with the provisions of the chapter. The establishment of horse racing tracks requires approval from the division and the respective town or city. The division can require the removal of employees or officials employed by licensees and may rebate license fees under certain circumstances. The division has the power to establish fees and taxes related to racing tracks and events, while allowing cities and towns to assess and collect taxes on racing track properties. Certain requirements are imposed on the board of directors of licensed corporations, including residency in the state. The division can make rules and regulations governing track and stable operations, as well as betting at horse racing events. Licensees have the right to refuse admission and eject undesirable individuals from the enclosure. The division can compel the production of financial records and summon witnesses. Violations of the provisions can result in penalties, including fines and imprisonment. The documents also outline the application process for obtaining a license, the assignment of racing dates, and the licensing of concessioners, vendors, and employees involved in horse racing activities.
Whom does it apply to?
Persons, associations, or corporations wishing to conduct horse racing, owners, trainers, jockeys, starters, exercise boys, hotwalkers, grooms, stable personnel, pari-mutuel employees, concessioners, vendors, security personnel, licensees, employees of race track management, and employees of pari-mutuel totalizator companies
What does it govern?
Licensing and regulation of horse racing activities
What are exemptions?
No specific exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
The division of gaming and athletics licensing has the authority to suspend or revoke licenses for any cause it deems sufficient. The penalties for violating certain provisions include fines of up to $100 or imprisonment for up to one year for refusing to leave the enclosure of a pari-mutuel facility, fines of up to $500 or imprisonment for up to six months for aiding or abetting unauthorized horse racing meetings, and fines of up to $200 or imprisonment for up to 90 days for subsequent offenses of entering the stable enclosure without proper identification or permission.
Jurisdiction
Rhode Island