Gaming Commission Rulings Database
| Licensee: MATTHEW M. ATHEARN |
| Licensed As: DRIVER |
| Notice Number: SR 95-2023 |
| Racing Type: Harness |
| Track: Saratoga Gaming & Raceway |
| Notice Date: 09/20/2023 |
| Ruling Type: Fine & Suspension |
| Rule(s): 4117.8[c] |
| Ruling Text: Mr. Athearn while driving #6 WHIMSICAL JOURNEY in the 11th Race at Saratoga Harness on September 17, 2023, failed to keep a line in each hand while whipping before the 3/4 pole. Mr. Athearn is issued a $250 fine and a 1 day driving suspension to be served September 24, 2023 (2nd whipping offense in 365 days). Further whipping violations will result in greater penalties. |
| Suspended: 09/24/2023 to 09/24/2023 (1 days) |
| Fined: $250.00 |
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