Section 1318.90  Whips and Snappers

Drivers will be allowed whips not to exceed three feet, 9 inches, plus a snapper not longer than six inches. At the discretion of the stewards, brutal, excessive or indiscriminate use of the whip, including but not limited to causing visible injury, whipping under the arch of shafts of the sulky or whipping after the race, is a violation punishable by a fine of not more than $200 and/or a three day suspension. The stewards, in their discretion, may assess larger fines and/or longer suspensions for subsequent offenses.  Use of the whip shall be confined to an area above and between the sulky shafts, including the sulky shaft. Use of the butt end of the whip is prohibited.

(Source:  Amended at 22 Ill. Reg. 7049, effective May 1, 1998)