Todd — Vice-Chair

In the Matter of William Philip Gracey, 2005 CanLII 81036

Appeal of a Stewards' ruling allowed in part; fine for refusing to bring horse to paddock reduced to $2,000.

William Philip Gracey appealed a Stewards' ruling that fined him $5,000 for refusing to bring a horse to the paddock at the appointed time, in violation of the Rules of Thoroughbred Racing.

The Ontario Racing Commission dismissed the appeal on liability, finding that the appellant had violated the rules.

However, the Commission allowed the appeal in part on the issue of penalty, reducing the fine to $2,000.

ORCMay 2, 2005

for the Administration

Brendan Van NiejenhuisCounsel
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for the Appellant

Nick CoukosCounsel
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