3769-17-16. Improper conduct in race

(A) Loud shouting or other improper conduct is forbidden in a race.

(B) Drivers shall keep both feet in the stirrups at all times while on the track and during the race, except to pull ear plugs.

(C) Drivers shall not use any part of their feet and/or legs to impel a horse whether or not the feet remain in the stirrups.

(D) Drivers shall not lean back excessively in the sulky during a race and shall keep the hand holds set in a position to keep control of the horse.

Five Year Review (FYR) Dates: 3/20/2019 and 03/20/2024
Promulgated Under: 119.03
Statutory Authority: 3769.03
Rule Amplifies: 3769.03
Prior Effective Dates: 01/01/1985, 10/05/2006

Prior History: (R.C. 119.032 review dates: 11/22/2011 and 09/15/2016
Promulgated Under: 119.03
Statutory Authority: 3769.03
Rule Amplifies: 3769.03
Prior Effective Dates: 1/1/85, 10/1/06 )