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Licensee: JOSEPH J. CHINDANO JR
Licensed As: DRIVER
Notice Number: TD 19-2021
Racing Type: Harness
Track: Tioga Downs
Notice Date: 07/21/2021
Ruling Type: Fine & Suspension
Rule(s): 4117.8 (c) (1)
Ruling Text:
While driving #5 (Independent One) in race nine at Tioga Downs on Sunday, June 27, 2021 you did whip the horse in an excessive manner. Having reviewed your previous penalties and you having waived your right of appeal, your fine was reduced from $500 to $250 and your driving suspension was reduced from eight days to five days.  Further violations of this nature may result in higher penalties and/or longer suspensions.  This is a DRIVING suspension only.
Suspended: 07/29/2021 to 08/02/2021 (5 days)
Fined: $250.00

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