La. Admin. Code tit. 35 § III-5723

Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 9, September 20, 2024

Section III-5723 - Lighting

A. The stable area must be properly lighted, so that it will be entirely void of darkness in any section. Lights will be turned on at dusk and they shall remain on until one hour after the last race. Lights shall not be turned on or off while the horses are on the track.

B. An association shall provide lighting for the patron facilities that is adequate to ensure the safety and security of the patrons and licensees.

C. If an association conducts racing at night, the association shall maintain an emergency back-up lighting system on the racetrack proper to allow for the safety of the horses and related personnel during the race.

D. This Rule is not meant to supersede any state laws or local ordinances applicable to any individual licensed association.

La. Admin. Code tit. 35, § III-5723

Adopted by the Racing Commission in 1971, promulgated by the Department of Commerce, Racing Commission, LR 2:434 (December 1976), amended LR 3:30 (January 1977), LR 4:278 (August 1978), Amended by the Office of the Governor, Division of Administration, Racing Commission, LR 44914 (5/1/2018).

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 4:148.