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Licensee: JAMES R. TAGGART JR
Licensed As: TRAINER-DRIVER
Notice Number: MR 41-2009
Racing Type: Harness
Track: Monticello Raceway & Mighty M Gaming
Notice Date: 05/18/2009
Status: REQUEST WITHDRAWN
Ruling Type: Fine & Suspension
Rule(s): 4117.4(l), 4117.17(a)(3), 4102.3(f)
Ruling Text: While driving #2, "THE PROSECUTOR," in race #10, after selecting a position in the stretch, your horse did bear into the passing lane, causing interference to #6 "RIPKINS BRETT," causing that horse to be blocked in the passing lane, causing that horse to change course and impeding that horse's progress. Having withdrawn your appeal, and the board considering the circumstances, your suspension of 3 days driving begins May 19, 2009, through May 21, 2009.
Suspended: 05/19/2009 to 05/21/2009 (3 days)
Fined: $250.00

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