David Stewart

The appellant appealed a ruling regarding an urging violation in horse racing.

The Commissioner found that while there was a violation involving the use of a whip, the use was not excessive.

The appeal was denied, but the penalty was varied.

The fine was reduced to $200 and the suspension to 5 days, with the remainder of the original 15-day suspension and $500 fine suspended for one year on the condition of no further urging violations.

The appellant, a harness racing driver, appealed a ruling for being late to the post parade.

He argued there were extenuating circumstances involving an ill horse in a prior race.

The Commission denied the appeal, finding that the appellant had an obligation under the rules to notify the judges if he needed more time, which he failed to do.