Columbus, OH – On Friday (Dec. 9), Thoroughbred Daily News reported that Thoroughbred trainer “Jason Servis has pled guilty to one felony count of misbranding and one misdemeanor count of using and distributing SGF-1000. The pleas came in federal court in downtown Manhattan Friday morning.”

Thoroughbred trainer Jason Servis changed his plea to guilty in horse doping indictment on Friday. Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia Photo.

“He faces four years in prison, and will be sentenced May 8, 2023, at 11 a.m.

“His felony misbranding was with a drug similar to, but stronger than, clenbuterol.

“A discussion about Maximum Security was held in the courtroom, with Servis not challenging the accusation that he gave the horse the drug. He said he was under the belief that it was okay to use in consultation with his veterinarian.

“Some counts were dismissed, including one that could have led to significantly longer prison time.

“He also faces restitution of approximately $163,932 and forfeiture of $311,760.”