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Licensee: FRANCIS RAIA II
Licensed As: TRAINER-DRIVER
Notice Number: SR 31-2021
Racing Type: Harness
Track: Saratoga Gaming & Raceway
Notice Date: 08/24/2021
Ruling Type: Suspension
Rule(s): 4117.4[a,c]
Ruling Text:
Mr. Raia while driving #5 MUSCLES GLOWING in the 13th Race at Saratoga Harness on August 23, 2021, did cross over after the start without proper clearance, causing #2 DIVINE POWER to go off stride.  MUSCLES GLOWING finished 2nd and was placed 4th for interference.  Having appeared before a representative of the New York State Gaming Commission and waiving his right to a hearing and appeal, Mr. Raia's 8 day driving suspension is hereby reduced to a 3 day DRIVING suspension to be served August 27, 2021 through and including August 29, 2021.  Further violations of this nature may result in greater penalties.
Suspended: 08/27/2021 to 08/29/2021 (3 days)

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