ARSD 20:04:23:21.01
ARSD 20:04:23:21.01. Whip to be used for safety, correction, and encouragement only
Cite as S.D. Admin. R. 20:04:23:21.01
The whip may only be used for safety, correction, and encouragement of the horse. Each jockey shall consider the following when using the whip:
(1) Showing the horse the whip and giving the horse time to respond before hitting the horse;
(2) Having used the whip, giving the horse a chance to respond before using the whip again; and
(3) Using the whip in rhythm with the horse's stride.