Kurt Busch has agreed to the parameters set forth by NASCAR and is working to gain reinstatement following an indefinite suspension for his involvement in a domestic abuse case.
Kurt Busch begins NASCAR reinstatement process
The 2004 Cup Series champion is indefinitely suspended after allegedly assaulting his former girlfriend last year.
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NASCAR spokesman David Higdon would not reveal the terms and conditions to SB Nation, only that “we have secured a ‘best in class’ expert for the reinstatement program.” According to Higdon, Busch “must meet the requirements to the satisfaction of both NASCAR and the expert.”
There is no timetable on when Busch may be reinstated.
The 2004 Cup champion was indefinitely suspended two days before the Daytona 400 after a Delaware Family Court commissioner determined Busch “more than likely” committed domestic violence ex-girlfriend Patricia Driscoll during an incident in his motor home Sept. 26 at Dover International Speedway. The couple had broken up a week earlier.
Busch has maintained innocence throughout the proceedings and claims Driscoll burst into his motor home uninvited. During a protective order hearing Busch testified that he cupped Driscoll’s face but did not slam her head against the wall as she alleges.
A criminal investigation is ongoing with the Delaware Attorney General’s office not yet announcing whether it will pursue charges.
Following his suspension Busch filed two appeals, losing both times. He has missed two Sprint Cup Series races with Stewart-Haas Racing naming Regan Smith to drive in Busch’s absence.
“We understand Kurt Busch has begun the process for reinstatement as a NASCAR member,” SHR executive vice president Joe Custer said. “NASCAR has laid out its expectations for Kurt, and while there is no timetable to meet those expectations, Kurt’s willingness to embrace the conditions set forth by NASCAR is a positive step that we support.”
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