W. Va. Code R. § 178-2-20

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 40, October 4, 2024

Section 178-2-20 - Lead-Outs

20.1. Lead-outs are not considered racing officials for purposes of these rules. Lead-outs shall be properly trained by the association in the scope and proper performance of their duties before working official races.

20.2. The greyhounds shall be led from the paddock to the starting box by one lead-out per greyhound during official schooling races and official purse races, unless otherwise approved by the judges.

20.3. A licensed lead-out shall lead the greyhounds from the paddock to the starting box. Owners, trainers or attendants shall not be allowed to lead their own greyhounds.

20.4. Lead-outs shall be assigned to post position by the paddock judge before each race and a record thereof shall be maintained.

20.5. Lead-outs shall adhere to the starting box loading procedure and swiftly proceed to occupy the post assigned to him/her during the running of the race.

20.6. Lead-outs are prohibited from holding any conversation with the public or with one another, either in the paddock, en route to the starting post or while returning to the paddock and are prohibited from communicating by or using electronic devices, such as a cell phone, while performing their duties.

20.7. Lead-outs shall be attired in clean uniforms, present a neat appearance and conduct themselves in an orderly manner.

20.8. Lead-outs are prohibited from smoking, drinking beverages, other than water, or eating unless on duly authorized breaks and in a designated area.

20.9. No lead-out shall be permitted to have any interest in the greyhounds Racing for the association.

20.10. Lead-outs are prohibited from wagering on the result of any greyhound racing at the association where they assigned.

20.11. Lead-outs shall immediately report any infirmities or physical problems they observe in greyhounds under their care to the nearest racing official for communication to the Racing Commission Veterinarian.

20.12. Lead-outs shall not remove racing blankets until the greyhounds are accepted by licensed kennel representatives at the conclusion of the race.

20.13. Lead-outs shall exercise proper handling and treatment of the greyhounds while in their possession.

20.14. Lead-outs shall at all times conduct themselves in an orderly and professional manner.

W. Va. Code R. § 178-2-20