Code of Maine Rules
01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY
017 - MAINE STATE HARNESS RACING COMMISSION
Chapter 3 - OFFICIALS AND RACE TRACK PERSONNEL
Section 017-3-10 - Horse Identifier

1. check the freeze brand or scan the microchip of all horses programmed to start in each race immediately prior to entering the track for the post parade

2. check the color and markings of all horses programmed to race;

3. report to the Paddock Judge any discrepancies noted by inspection;

4. report to the Paddock Judge any act of cruelty observed;

5. report to the Paddock Judge any foul threatening or abusive language; and

6. report to the Paddock Judge any horse which appears unfit to race