Jeremy Clements
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NASCAR is just like any other sport where there are rules during the course of  competition as well as a Code of Conduct that the drivers must adhere to, whether on or off the track.  Any infraction of any rule can and usually will incur some kind of penalty, monetary or otherwise.

There have been many drivers suspended over the years for their behavior, including suspensions for alcohol offenses and failed drug tests. Most of these offenses bring only a small penalty, but being caught in violation of NASCAR’s drug policy, brings an indefinite suspension.

Jeremy Clements became the first driver of the year to be suspended indefinitely.  However, his suspension wasn’t for a violation of the drug policy but rather for violating NASCAR’s Code of Conduct. Continue reading →