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

Kevin Allen

Result

Appeal dismissed

Decision

Disqualification for 12 months for presenting a horse with a prohibited substance (Carbon dioxide) under Rule 190(2). Penalty varied to 6 months suspension coupled with a $5,000 fine by WATA Committee. Appeal as to conviction only. Appeal dismissed.

Racing type

Harness

Harness racing rules

Offence type

Prohibited substances

Precedent

There is no merit in the argument regarding the appellant's state of mind (detailed written submission 4). In most cases? a horse for racing with a level of prohibited substance above the maximum permitted level'. (p33 para 174)

Paragraph number: 13

Decision file

Page reviewed 09 January 2024
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