R 431.4125 Claiming; eligibility.

Rule 4125. (1) In a claiming race, a horse is subject to claim for its entered price, after allowances, by a legal entity in good standing who is currently licensed as an owner in this state. An owner may claim out of his or her initial race. (2) A legal entity that decides to make a claim and that otherwise is not eligible as set forth in these rules may do so, after filing proper license application, and by complying with all of the following provisions: (a) Depositing an amount not less than the minimum claiming price at the race meeting, plus the requisite transfer fees, with the horsemen's bookkeeper. The amount shall remain on account until a claim is in fact made or permission to claim has expired. If withdrawal of the amount occurs, any permit issued pursuant to this rule is automatically revoked and terminated. (b) Sending to the stewards the written name of a trainer whose Michigan license is currently in full force and effect and who will represent the legal entity that desires to make a claim once the claim is made. (c) Securing from the stewards a written claiming permit which is in full force and effect when a claim is made by the legal entity or a trainer or authorized agent representing the legal entity. (3) Before issuing a claiming permit, the stewards shall determine that an individual qualifies for an occupational license and permit by the standards of occupational license. A claiming permit shall take effect upon issue and shall not be valid for more than 30 days.