Mich. Admin. Code R. 431.1255

Current through Vol. 24-22, December 15, 2024

Section R. 431.1255 - Stewards; qualifications

Rule 1255.

(1) Before being appointed or approved by the executive director to serve in the capacity of steward, an applicant shall be certified or become certified by a national organization and have been employed as any of the following at a recognized meet or meetings for a period of not less than 60 racing days a year, during not less than 3 of the 5 preceding calendar years unless approved by the executive director:

(a) Steward.

(b) Racing secretary.

(c) Assistant racing secretary.

(d) Official Starter.

(e) Placing judge.

(f) Patrol judge.

(g) Paddock judge.

(h) Clerk of scales.

(i) Racing regulatory veterinarian.

(2) If no acceptable applicant possesses the qualifications described in subrule (1) of this rule, a person approved or appointed shall have had prior experience in horse racing, such as an owner, trainer, jockey, or driver, or other related experience as the executive director considers pertinent.

Mich. Admin. Code R. 431.1255

1985 AACS; 2021 MR 6, Eff. 3/26/2021