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Licensee: JOHN W. STARK JR
Licensed As: OWNER-TRAINER-DRIVER
Notice Number: SR 46-2023
Racing Type: Harness
Track: Saratoga Gaming & Raceway
Notice Date: 05/22/2023
Ruling Type: Fine & Suspension
Rule(s): 4117.8[c]
Ruling Text:
Mr. Stark while driving #1 BOURBON EXPRESS in the 5th Race at Saratoga Harness on May 21, 2023, was in violation of the whipping rule in the stretch.  Mr. Stark is hereby fined $250 and issued a 1 day driving suspension to be served May 23, 2023 (2nd offense within 365 days).  Further whipping violations will result in greater penalties.
Suspended: 05/23/2023 to 05/23/2023 (1 days)
Fined: $250.00

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