Obscure NY Racing Commission Rule

In December jockeys Trevor McCarthy and Katie Davis got married and decided to move their tack from Maryland to NY. They then learned of this NY racing rule...

"All horses ridden or trained by a spouse, parent or member of a jockey's household shall be coupled in the betting with any horse ridden by such jockey."

This can't help the business of either jock as trainers/owners may be hesitant to name them to ride if they have to share the purse with another owner. This also limits their chances of being named as a replacement jockey if their spouse is already in the race.

Wouldn't be surprised if one or both move their tack elsewhere in order to make a living.

@Midnight1

 They made sure to not alienate siblings aka The Ortiz brothers. That would ensure they leave, IMO. 

That's true and what about when Money Mikey Smith was knocking boots with Chantal Sutherland?

No problem there either..

@Midnight1

 And now Good ol Midnight Chantel is with Corie Lanerie. I met her at Woodbine years ago and she is a very nice person.

Good to see you ram...

Now we know why Corey is riding so well @ Gulfstream.