Determinations and hearings

Determinations made by the Racing Penalties Appeal Tribunal.

Hearings

Hearings are held at the State Administrative Tribunal, Perth.

Determinations

Determinations made by the Racing Penalties Appeal Tribunal.

Applicant

Avon Macomish

Result

Appeal allowed

Decision

Disqualification 12 months for failing to take all reasonable and proper precautions to prevent the administration of a drug (Salicylic acid) under Rule 364(a). Appeal upheld. Conviction confirmed by Supreme Court. Penalty varied to a disqualification of 8 months.

Racing type

Harness

Harness racing rules

Offence type

Prohibited substances

Precedent

?In his detailed reasons for decision His Honour Chief Justice Malcom identified the approach which was above the level which had been prescribed by the Controlling Body?

Paragraph number: 7-11 (D Mossenson Reasons)

Decision file

Page reviewed 09 January 2024