P.R. Laws tit. 15, § 198l
There shall be three (3) Horse Racing Stewards, a Chairperson and two (2) associate members, who shall be appointed by the Horse Racing Administrator and shall serve according to the criteria established by the Administrator.
The Stewards shall have the power to take oaths and statements concerning all those cases related to the holding of the races, as well as to issue orders to the operating enterprise and all other persons who hold licenses issued by the Horse Racing Industry and Sport Administration leading to the adoption of reasonable measures that may be needed during racing days for the protection and physical safety of the components of the racing industry and the general public. They shall likewise have the power to impose administrative sanctions for any violation of the law or the regulations while said events are being held. Said sanctions shall adjust to the provisions of §§ 198—198y of this title and to the regulations adopted by the Horse Racing Board. The duly constituted Horse Racing Stewards shall be the supreme authority while the races are being held. Sections 2101 et seq. of Title 3, shall not apply during the procedures held before the Stewards; Provided, That the Stewards shall guarantee due process of law.
History —July 2, 1987, No. 83, p. 296, § 13; June 5, 2004, No. 139, § 7.