August 8, 2011
John Garcia
8303 E Kenyon Drive
Denver, CO 80237
Official Letter of Reprimand and Notification of Penalty
Greetings John,
This letter of reprimand and notification of penalty stems from actions which occurred at High Plains Raceway during the weekend of July 30 & 31, 2011. Specifically, you ignored black flags displayed around the race course, and then were disrespectful to an MRA Official. You were in violation of Section 8 – Flags and Signals and Section 10 – On Track Regulations.
8.1.E. Black Flag: Indicates a problem and immediate removal of your motorcycle from the racing line. Carefully reduce speed, get off of the racing line and stop at the first safe location off the course. Riders are not permitted to return to the racecourse unless cleared by an official. Failure to stop for a Black Flag according to the rules will result in immediate disqualification from the current race and suspension from future MRA events pending a board review.
10.G. Disrespect towards Corner Workers will not be tolerated. These people are
responsible for hazardous areas around the racecourse and are in position for racers’ safety. Violations in this matter are grounds for levied fines and/or suspension.
Because of the multiple violations during this incident, the MRA Board of Directors has decided to impose the following penalty:
You were removed from the facility for the remainder of the event. There will be no additional fines or penalties for these infractions on that date.
Future violations of any nature will incur additional penalties and will be assessed as prescribed in the Rule Book, and at the discretion of the MRA Board of Directors.
We look forward to your participation at future events.
Sincerely,
Tony Baker
MRA President
cc: Rider Personal File