1. (a) The horses are under the control of the starter from the time they enter the track until dispatched at the start of the race. After entry on the track or race course, the horses are not entitled to further care from their attendants, except in case of accident. In case of accident, the starter may permit the jockeys to dismount and the horses to be cared for during the delay. Otherwise, no jockey shall dismount until after the finish of the race. The horse must be started by the jockey, or with the sanction of the starter, a horse may be led to its position in the gate by an assistant starter. With the sanction of the starter, an assistant starter may enter the gate to handle a fractious horse.

   1. (1) No assistant starter shall in any way impede, whether intentionally or otherwise, a fair start.

   2. (2) No assistant starter shall manipulate a horse's ear for purposes of controlling a horse while the horse is on the track or in the starting gate.

      1. (A) For purposes of this regulation, manipulation of the ear shall be defined as biting, twisting, folding, or applying tongs to the horse's ear.

Note: Authority cited: Sections 19420, 19440 and 19562, Business and Professions Code. Reference: Sections 19440 and 19562, Business and Professions Code.

History

1. Amendment of section and new Note filed 6-17-2025; operative 10-1-2025 (Register 2025, No. 25).