(a) As set forth in § 205.409 (relating to use of whip), the brutal use of a whip or crop or excessive or indiscriminate use of the whip or crop shall be considered a violation of the rules of racing and shall be punished by the following fines or suspension, or both:

1. (1) Minor infraction: $200, may be placed.
2. (2) Major infraction: 1st violation—$250 fine and 3-day suspension; 2nd violation—$500 and 5-day suspension; 3rd violation—$500 fine and 10-day suspension.