Gaming Commission Rulings Database
| Licensee: JODY B. WEIDMAN |
| Licensed As: OWNER-TRAINER-DRIVER |
| Notice Number: VD 30-2022 |
| Racing Type: Harness |
| Track: Vernon Downs |
| Notice Date: 11/16/2022 |
| Ruling Type: Fine & Suspension |
| Rule(s): 4102.1, 4102.3, 4120.4(a), 4120.5 |
| Ruling Text: As trainer of record for the horse “MR FRENCH” winner of the 5th Race on August 6, 2021 at Vernon Downs is hereby suspended 60 days and fined $3,000. Post-race analysis of the sample(s) submitted resulted in a positive finding for FLUMETHASONE. “MR FRENCH” finished 1st is hereby disqualified. 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 30 days and the fine is reduced to $1,500. “MR FRENCH” 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 Weidman will be denied the priviledge of and access to all grounds under the jurisdiction of the NYSGC. All horses owned or trained by Mr Weidman shall be denied the priviledge of participating in any racing in New York State during the term of suspension. (Second Offense in this category in a 365 day period)Suspended: 11/13/2021 to 12/12/2023 (30 days)Fined: $1,500.00 |
| Suspended: 11/13/2022 to 12/12/2022 (30 days) |
| Fined: $1500.00 |
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