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Licensee: MICHAEL D. MILLER
Licensed As: TRAINER-DRIVER-GROOM
Notice Number: VD 8-2019
Racing Type: Harness
Track: Vernon Downs
Notice Date: 05/18/2019
Ruling Type: Fine
Rule(s): 4117.8 {C}
Ruling Text:
While driving # 1 EX CROWN in race # 11 at Vernon Downs on 5/17/19 Mr. Miller did use his whip in an excessive manner in the stretch drive . Although he finished 3rd in this contest, and his horse was gaining ground, he did not give his horse a chance to respond to his initial strikes. This act is in conflict with the Judges philosophy at Vernon Downs. He has been fined $ 100.00 for this infraction.
Fined: $100.00

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