Salicos v. Louisiana State Racing Commission

BARRY, Judge.

A racehorse trainer complains that the Louisiana State Racing Commission imposes disproportionate sanctions for the same violations.

A horse trained by George Sálicos finished fourth at Delta Downs Race Track. A post-race analysis and a split sample of the horse’s urine was positive for prohibited stimulants. The Commission suspended Sálicos’ license for two years, imposed a $500 fine, and the trial court affirmed.

Sálicos’ sole issue asks whether trainers have the right to equal penalties for the same violation. He contends the court erred by not remanding for additional evidence…