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Licensee: AL M. ANNUNZIATA
Licensed As: OWNER-TRAINER
Notice Number: MR 81-2021
Racing Type: Harness
Track: Monticello Raceway & Mighty M Gaming
Notice Date: 12/16/2021
Ruling Type: Fine & Suspension
Rule(s): 4102.1, 4102.3, 4120.4(A), 4120.5
Ruling Text:
Al Annunziata as trainer of record for the horse “KING STREET” winner of the 7th Race on November 4, 2021 at Monticello Raceway is hereby suspended 15 days and fined $1,000. Post-race analysis of the sample(s) submitted resulted in a positive finding for FLUMETHASONE. “KING STREET” finished 1st is hereby disqualified and placed 6th. All purse monies paid must be returned and redistributed. The claim processed on “KING STREET” on this date is hereby declared void at the request of the claimant. The horse shall be returned and claiming price refunded. Having appeared before a representative of the NYSGC and waiving the right to a formal hearing and appeal the suspension is hereby reduced to 7 days and the fine is reduced to $500.  “KING STREET” will be required to submit a negative sample for the above mentioned substance before being allowed to participate in further racing in the State of New York. During the term of suspension Mr Annunziata will be denied the priviledge of and access to all grounds under the jurisdiction of the NYSGC. All horses owned or trained by Mr Annunziata shall be denied the priviledge of participating in any racing in New York State during the term of suspension. (First Offense in this category in a 365 day period)
Suspended: 12/27/2021 to 01/02/2022 (7 days)
Fined: $500.00

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