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

George Norman Davies

Result

Appeal allowed, penalty varied

Decision

Fine of $2,500 under Rule 8(d) for misconduct. Appeal as to penalty only. Appeal upheld, penalty varied to a fine of $1,250.

Racing type

Thoroughbred

Thoroughbred racing rules

Offence type

Conduct

Precedent

It is the first matter to be dealt with by the Tribunal since mandatory penalties were deleted from the Rules of Harness Racing? Equating or contrasting driver's penalties with those of trainers serves little if any useful purpose.

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Decision file

Page reviewed 09 January 2024
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