Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 09 - MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Subtitle 10 - RACING COMMISSION
Chapter 09.10.01 - Thoroughbred Rules
Section 09.10.01.53 - Farrier
Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 09.10.01.53
Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 19, September 20, 2024
A. A farrier may not shoe horses at a race track under the jurisdiction of the Commission until the farrier has obtained a license from the Commission.
B. An applicant shall satisfy all of the following requirements before obtaining a farrier's license:
(1) The applicant shall be endorsed by three
trainers licensed in Maryland and shall have had a minimum of 2 years
experience.
(2) An examination
shall be conducted to demonstrate an applicant's ability to plate a race horse
or pony. The examination shall be observed by a representative of the
organization which represents the majority of the horsemen, a farrier licensed
in Maryland, and a Maryland Racing Commission veterinarian.
(3) The examiners shall report to the
stewards on the applicant's ability to shoe a horse.
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