PURPOSE: This rule sets forth the duties of the clerk of the scales.

1. (1) The clerk of the scales shall—

   1. (A) Be responsible to weigh out jockeys and their equipment before each race and to weigh in jockeys and equipment after each race. The clerk shall record and publish any weight over or under the weight appearing on the official program;
   2. (B) Upon determination that there has been a change in weight, jockey or racing colors from those given in the official program, note the change immediately to officials of the association for immediate dissemination to the public;
   3. (C) Report immediately to the stewards any violation of these rules respecting weight, weighing or riding equipment; and
   4. (D) After each race advise the stewards of any underweight or overweight carried by any jockey. The clerk shall report to the stewards any other information they may require.

AUTHORITY: section 313.540, RSMo 1986.* Original rule filed Oct. 3, 1986, effective Jan. 12, 1987.

*Original authority: 313.540, RSMo 1986.