§ 205.112. Duties of the Starter.

 (a)  The Starter shall:

   (1)  Be subject to the supervision of the Presiding Judge;

   (2)  Be present in the starting gate at least 15 minutes before the first race;

   (3)  Have control over the horses from the formation of the post parade until the field is released at the starting point;

   (4)  Notify the Judges of all violations of the rules, giving detailed information thereof, including any assessed penalty;

   (5)  Notify drivers charged with violations of starting rules and grant a hearing before any penalties are assessed;

   (6)  Act as a patrol Judge when requested by the Judges; and

   (7)  Immediately report any false starts, impeded starts, unfair starts or any unauthorized activities to the Presiding Judge.

 (b)  Submit to a physical or eye examination, or both, when requested by the Commission.

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