Section 502.230  Jockeys and Apprentice Jockeys

An applicant for a license as a jockey or apprentice jockey shall:  

a)         be at least 16 years of age or have been licensed as a jockey in this or another racing jurisdiction prior to the effective date of these rules; and

b)         have been licensed previously as a jockey or apprentice jockey by the Board or by another racing jurisdiction;

c)         be found physically able to ride in competitive horse races by a licensed practicing physician prior to the first Illinois race meeting at which the applicant intends to ride; and

d)         have ridden fewer than 40 winners within the periods specified in 11 Ill. Adm. Code 1411.140(a).

(Source:  Amended at 28 Ill. Reg. 11244, effective August 1, 2004)