Norman Alan Todd (“Todd”), is licensed by the Ontario Racing Commission as an exercise person, owner and trainer, for quarter horse racehorses, Licence Number 124928.
On August 26, 2008, a training day at Ajax Downs Racetrack, Todd was found in possession of a quantity of hypodermic syringes, needles and injectables, contrary to Rule 15.02.01 (a) and (b) of the Rules of Thoroughbred Racing (the “Rules”).
On January 22, 2009, a Panel of track Stewards found that Todd was in violation of Rule 15.02.01 (a) and (b) and Rule 15.31 (a), (b) and (d) of the Rules of Thoroughbred Racing (the “Rules”).
The penalties imposed upon Todd were as follows:
(i) a suspension for 2 years (February 15, 2009 through February 15, 2011); and
(ii) a fine of $2,500, payable on or before February 16, 2011.
On February 5, 2009, the penalties imposed upon Todd were stayed until May 23, 2009, the commencement of the 2009 racing season.
On June 17, 2009, a Panel of the Ontario Racing Commission consisting of Chair Rod Seiling, Vice Chair James Donnelly and Commissioner Bernard Brennan, DVM, convened to hear the appeal by Todd against penalty only.
Norman Alan Todd attended the hearing in person. D. Larry Todd appeared as counsel on behalf of Todd. Anthony Williams appeared as counsel on behalf of the Administration.
Upon a review of the agreed statements of fact and upon hearing the submissions of both counsel, the Panel ordered as follows:
(i) a suspension of 60 days less time already served of 25 days;
(ii) the suspension will continue from June 4, 2009 to July 22, 2009, both dates included; and
(iii) a fine of $1,000.
DATED at Toronto this 18th day of June 2009.
BY ORDER OF THE COMMISSION
John L. Blakney
Executive Director
