Crew chief Chad Norris is facing a three-race suspension for rule violations at Texas. Credit: Autostock

Kenseth's Busch crew chief suspended

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- Chad Norris, crew chief of the No. 17 Ford driven by Matt Kenseth in the Busch Series, has been fined $10,000 and suspended from NASCAR until May 3 following rule violations at Texas Motor Speedway.

Norris' suspension will take effect immediately.

Norris was found to be in violation of Sections 12-4-A (actions detrimental to stock car racing) and 12-4-Q (car, car parts, components and/or equipment used that do not conform to NASCAR rules:

Section 20A-12.8.1D: Quarter panel height did not meet the required specification; too high in post-race inspection) of the 2006 Busch Series Rule Book.

Additionally, Kenseth was penalized 25 Busch Series driver points and team owner Jack Roush was penalized 25 Busch Series owner points for violating Sections 12-4-A and 12-4-Q (20A-12.8.1D).