A person shall submit an application to participate in horse racing as a pony rider. If the applicant for a permit as a pony rider is not in possession of a similar permit from another jurisdiction, then the stewards may, in their discretion, require the applicant to demonstrate his horsemanship before issuing a permit to the applicant. The pony rider shall wear a protective helmet, a safety vest which meets the minimum specifications as defined by the British Equestrian Trade Association, and attire prescribed by the licensee. The attire shall be neat, clean and in good repair.
11 Va. Admin. Code § 10-60-150
Statutory Authority
§ 59.1-369 of the Code of Virginia.