Gaming Commission Rulings Database
| Licensee: HERMAN J. SWARTZENTRUBER |
| Licensed As: OWNER RENEWAL |
| Notice Number: MR 27-2022 |
| Racing Type: Harness |
| Track: Monticello Raceway & Mighty M Gaming |
| Notice Date: 06/14/2022 |
| Ruling Type: Fine & Suspension |
| Rule(s): 4102.1, 4102.3, 4120.4(A), 4120.5 |
| Ruling Text: Herman Swartzentruber as trainer of record for the horse "Shoot The Thrill" winner of the 3rd Race on May 18, 2022, 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 Caffeine, Theophylline, Theobromine and 1,7-Dimethylxanthine. "Shoot The Thrill" finished 1st is hereby disqualified and placed 7th. All purse monies paid must be returned and redistributed. 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. "Shoot The Thrill" 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. Swartzentruber will be denied the privilege of and access to all grounds under the jurisdiction of the NYSGC. All horses owned or trained by Mr. Swartzentruber shall be denied the privilege of participating in any racing in New York State during the term of suspension. (1st offense in this category in a 365 day period.) |
| Suspended: 06/15/2022 to 06/21/2022 (7 days) |
| Fined: $500.00 |
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