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.

Applicants

David Andrew O'Heare
Ricky James Farrell

Result

Appeal allowed, penalty varied

Decision

Suspension for 2 months under Rule 175(gg) for making a false statement. Appeal dismissed, penalty confirmed. Application made to the Supreme Court for a writ of certiorari. Stay of proceedings granted. Order nisi discharged. Conviction and penalty to stand.. Suspension for 1 month under Rule 175(gg) for making a false statement. Appeal as to conviction dismissed, appeal as to penalty allowed. Penalty varied to a fine of $300.

Racing type

Thoroughbred

Thoroughbred racing rules

Offence type

Conduct

Decision file

Page reviewed 18 July 2022