General Rules

(1) No minor shall be allowed to wager. No jockey in racing attire and no driver in colors shall enter the betting area. (2) Each association shall conduct wagering in accordance with applicable laws and 205 CMR 6.00. Such wagering shall employ a pari-mutuel system approved by the Commission. The totalisator shall be tested prior to and during the meeting as required by the Commission. (Mass. Register #1528, 8/16/2024) (3) In horse and harness horse racing, in the event of a foul being claimed, the word "inquiry" shall be flashed forthwith on the result and mutuel board and announcement thereof made on the public address system. (4) Whenever there is a difference in any pool or pools, i.e., a difference between the sum total of the wagers on the individual horses or dogs as compared with the grand total as shown by the Tote Board; the larger amount shall be used as the basis for computing the payoff. (5) In horse racing, if a jockey’s mount is disqualified pursuant to 205 CMR 4.11(6)(e)11., all monies wagered on said horse shall be deducted from the pool and be refunded, unless the race has been declared official.