NY Court Upholds Dutrow's License Revocation
A New York appeals court has unanimously upheld the revocation of trainer Rick Dutrow's license by state racing regulators, a major setback for the colorful trainer's ability to keep working in the state.
Just a day before the opening of the Saratoga summer meet, the Appellate Division of the New York State Supreme Court said July 19 that the state Racing and Wagering Board's revocation of Dutrow's license was legally justified and based on a claim that he had "engaged in conduct that was improper and inconsistent with the public interest and the best interests of racing."
Dutrow has one more legal route to take if he wants: the Court of Appeals, which is New York's highest court. Sources said the stay Dutrow obtained last year from a lower state court to delay his revocation period remains in effect until the Court of Appeals decides whether or not to hear his case. That means Dutrow likely, for the immediate time being, can still train horses for the Saratoga Racecourse meet.
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"Colorful trainer"...indeed. The guy is very talented but he's had every chance in the world to clean up his operation and he just won't do it. He is a blight on racing. - tgs
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