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MRC Regulation On Drug Prohibition In Humans
Maryland racing licensees should be aware of the Maryland Racing Commission regulation for drug prohibitions in humans, which includes marijuana use.
Though marijuana (cannabis) is legal—with some restrictions—for recreational use in adults in Maryland under a 2022 constitutional amendment, the MRC does not allow for its use by licensees during working hours such as racing or training. If an individual loses their license, they can be denied access to the property, which, in the case of Laurel Park, is privately owned.
If MRC or Maryland Jockey Club employees such as security officers come in contact with the substance (in a bag, cigarette paper or as a plant, for example) as part of their regular routine, they have the right to confiscate the material and revoke licenses.
The MRC regulation for drug prohibition in humans explains the regulatory agency’s authority and actions and penalties that can result. The full regulation is available through the Maryland Division of State Documents: https://dsd.maryland.gov/regulations/Pages/09.10.03.05.aspx
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