Show Commission

SO514 Show Commission All ESC shows are required to establish a three (3) member “Show Commission” composed of adults who are knowledgeable of the ESC rules. The Show Commission is responsible for the successful execution of all ESC Rules and Guidelines.

1. The Show Commission shall be available at all times during the event to hear formal complaints filed at the show, and available as a group to make decisions for 45 days following any show should a post-show grievance be filed.

2. Shall consist of three responsible people which may include Horse Show Board/Committee Members or Show Officials. See GL205.1.

3. In situations where a personal or professional conflict of interest may arise, a Show Commissioner should recuse themselves from the investigation and decision-making process related to that grievance in order to ensure impartiality and maintain the integrity of the investigation.

4. The Show Commission shall submit an Incident Report to ESC on any complaints heard by the Commission in connection with a competition.

5. The Show Commission may not overturn a Judge's decision unless due to an obvious clerical error, use of prohibited equipment or shoeing, or an animal welfare violation, such as signs of inhumane treatment. See GL205.1.