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Licensee: CHRISTOPHER H. LONG
Licensed As: DRIVER
Notice Number: SR 3-2022
Racing Type: Harness
Track: Saratoga Gaming & Raceway
Notice Date: 03/01/2022
Ruling Type: Suspension
Rule(s): 4117.4[a][f]
Ruling Text:
Mr. Long while driving #2 JOHNNYSFIRECRACKER in the 4th Race at Saratoga Harness on February 26, 2022 did change course and put a wheel under #5 I'VE GOT HOOTSPA, causing interference after the 3/4 pole.  JOHNNYSFIRECRACKER finished 1st and was disqualified and placed 2nd.  Having appeared before a representative of the New York State Gaming Commission and waiving his right to a formal hearing, and right to appeal, Mr. Long's 8 day driving suspension is hereby reduced to a 3 day DRIVING suspension to be served March 3, 2022 through and including March 5, 2022.  This is a DRIVING suspension only.  Further violations of this nature may result in greater penalties.
Suspended: 03/03/2022 to 03/05/2022 (3 days)

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