The California Horse Racing Board has expanded the posting of complaints on its website for alleged medication violations to include Class 4 and Class 5 violations.
The CHRB has been posting complaints for the more serious Class 1, 2, and 3 violations, which require disqualifications and forfeiture of purses. However, with the increased emphasis on all medication violations in horse racing, the CHRB has elected to add Class 4 and Class 5 complaints, as well. The complaints stem from all drug testing, including alleged violations during racing, training, and from out-of-competition testing.
To view complaints filed by the CHRB, head to the website (www.chrb.ca.gov) and click on the tab for Administrative Actions, then select 'Complaints' from the drop-down menu.
Be aware that complaints are filed for alleged violations prior to hearing. The cases have not been adjudicated at the time they are posted.
Pursuant to a new statute, potential medication violations will be posted on the CHRB website beginning January 1, 2021, with the identification of all drug positives once the split sample is confirmed or even earlier if the licensee declines to request split-sample testing. Those positives will be posted before any complaints are issued.
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