Washington Administrative Code
Title 260 - Horse Racing Commission
Chapter 260-40 - Entries, starts, nominations and scratches
Section 260-40-130 - Horses must be on the grounds prior to racing
Current through Register Vol. 24-06, March 15, 2024
Any horse entered for racing must be present on the grounds as follows, except with the prior approval of the official veterinarian:
(1) A first time starter must be present on the grounds two hours prior to the first post time or five hours prior to the post time of the race the horse is entered for racing, whichever is earlier.
(2) A horse that has previously started must be present on the grounds five hours prior to the post time for the race the horse is entered for racing.
Statutory Authority: RCW 67.16.020 and 67.16.040. 07-07-010, § 260-40-130, filed 3/8/07, effective 4/8/07; Rules of racing, § 106, filed 4/21/61.