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HomeBusiness and Professions CodeDiv. 8Ch. 4Art. 1§ 19401 Horse Racing Wagering Rules

§ 19401 Horse Racing Wagering Rules

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§ 19401 Horse Racing Wagering Rules

Key Takeaways

  • •People can bet on horse races, but there are rules to keep things fair and safe.
  • •The law wants to help farmers and people who raise horses.
  • •More horse races can happen because of this law.
  • •All horse races must follow the same rules.

Example

You go to a horse race and bet $10 on a horse to win.

The law lets you do this, but it also makes sure the race is fair and the horses are treated well. It helps the people who take care of the horses and makes sure all races follow the same rules.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 19401 Horse Racing Wagering Rules

The intent of this chapter is to allow parimutuel wagering on horse races, while: (a) Assuring protection of the public. (b) Encouraging agriculture and the breeding of horses in this state. (c) Providing for maximum expansion of horse racing opportunities in the public interest. (d) Providing uniformity of regulation for each type of horse racing. (Amended by Stats. 2010, Ch. 272, Sec. 1. (AB 2792) Effective January 1, 2011.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

parimutuel wageringhorse racespublic protectionagriculturebreeding of horsesuniformity of regulation

Related Statutes

  • § 19411 Parimutuel Wagering Definition
  • § 19590 Parimutuel Horse Race Wagering
  • § 1600 Dental Practice Act
  • § 1601.1 Dental Board Composition
  • § 1601.2 Public Protection Priority

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Business and Professions Code. Section 19401.
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