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Licensee: JOHN W. STARK JR
Licensed As: OWNER-TRAINER-DRIVER
Notice Number: SR 87-2016
Racing Type: Harness
Track: Saratoga Gaming & Raceway
Notice Date: 12/11/2016
Ruling Type: Suspension
Rule(s): 4102.1, 4102.3, 4117.4(K)(L)
Ruling Text:
While driving #3 (Tarport Andy) in the 11th race on 12/9/16, you drifted out in the home stretch and impeded the progress of #6 (Mavericks Luck).  Your horse finished 3rd but was disqualified and placed 4th due to the interference.  Having appeared before a representative of the NYS Gaming Commission, and waived your right to appeal, and the Commission considering the circumstances, your driving suspension is reduced from eight (8) days to three (3) days.  This driving suspension started 12/10/16 and runs through 12/12/16.  You are eligible to drive again on 12/13/16.  THIS IS A DRIVING SUSPENSION ONLY>
Suspended: 12/10/2016 to 12/12/2016 (3 days)

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