N.J. Admin. Code § 13:70-20.11

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 24, December 18, 2024

Section 13:70-20.11 - Limitations on entering or starting

(a) A trainer shall not enter or start a horse that:

1. Is not in serviceable, sound racing condition;

2. Is on the stewards, starters or veterinarians list in any racing jurisdiction;

3. Is not in compliance with N.J.A.C. 13:70-14A.1;

4. Is blind, or has seriously impaired vision in both eyes;

5. Is a chronic known bleeder.

(b) Blocking of nerve functions via surgical neurectomy, cryogenic techniques, or any other desensitizing means, whether permanent or temporary, is defined as "nerving" and is subject to the following restrictions in New Jersey:

1. Only posterior digital "nerving" will be permitted on horses to be raced. The procedure must be performed posterior to the first phalanx at a level below the base of the sesamoid bones.

2. Horses that are "nerved" above the area specified in this subsection will not be permitted to race in New Jersey.

3. It shall be the responsibility of the trainer to report all "nerved" horses to the State Veterinarian or Associate State Veterinarian.

4. A list of all "nerved" horses shall be posted on the bulletin board at the entry room by the State Veterinarian.

N.J. Admin. Code § 13:70-20.11

Amended by R.1988 d.77, effective 2/16/1988.
See: 19 New Jersey Register 1788(a), 20 New Jersey Register 405(a).
Deleted (a)7 and added subsection (b).
Amended by R.1994 d.130, effective 3/7/1994.
See: 25 New Jersey Register 3101(a), 26 New Jersey Register 1238(a).