Virginia Administrative Code
Title 11 - GAMING
Agency 10 - VIRGINIA RACING COMMISSION
Chapter 140 - FLAT RACING
Part III - Starting a Race
Section 11VAC10-140-170 - Fair start
Current through Register Vol. 41, No. 3, September 23, 2024
If a door on the starting gate fails to open, a horse is inadvertently loaded into an incorrect post position, or otherwise fails to obtain a fair start, then the starter shall immediately report the circumstances to the stewards. In these circumstances, the stewards shall:
1. Post the "inquiry" sign on the infield results board;
2. Advise the public through the public address system and any other appropriate means to hold all mutuel tickets;
3. Make a determination of whether the horse obtained a fair start after consulting with the starter, other appropriate persons and reviewing the video tape recordings of the race; and
4. If the stewards determine that a horse did not obtain a fair start, they may order a refund on any or all of the portions wagered upon the horse; however, the horse shall be entitled to any purse money earned by its finish in the race.
Statutory Authority
§ 59.1-369 of the Code of Virginia.
