Rule 3769-16-21. In hands of starter

(A) Horses shall be in the hands of the starter from the time they arrive on the track until the start is effected. All horses shall parade from the paddock to the starting post, and no driver shall dismount without the permission of the starter. Attendants may not care for horses during the parade except by permission of the starter. (B) After entering the track not more than twelve minutes shall be consumed in the parade of the horses to the post except in cases of unavoidable delay. Last updated August 13, 2025 at 9:45 AM Supplemental Information Authorized By: – Amplifies: – 3/15/1966