Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 36, September 7, 2024
Section 205.112 - Duties of the Starter(a) The Starter shall: (1) Be subject to the supervision of the Presiding Judge;(2) Be present in the starting gate at least 15 minutes before the first race;(3) Have control over the horses from the formation of the post parade until the field is released at the starting point;(4) Notify the Judges of all violations of the rules, giving detailed information thereof, including any assessed penalty;(5) Notify drivers charged with violations of starting rules and grant a hearing before any penalties are assessed;(6) Act as a patrol Judge when requested by the Judges; and(7) Immediately report any false starts, impeded starts, unfair starts or any unauthorized activities to the Presiding Judge.(b) Submit to a physical or eye examination, or both, when requested by the Commission.