Facts
The French Rugby Federation (Fédération Française de Rugby, FFR) charges respondent M46 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a match on November 18, 2012, a sample was taken for a doping test. The sample tested positive on a metabolite of cannabis which is a prohibited substance on the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list. Cannabis is regarded as a specified substance.
History
The respondent had used cannabis the eve before the doping test, but it was not his attention to enhance his sport performance.
Decision
1. The sanction will be a period of ineligibility of 6 months in which the respondent can't take part in competition or manifestations organized by the FFR.
2. The period of ineligibility will be reduced with the period of voluntary suspension.
3. The earlier decision of the disciplinary committee of the FFR will be cancelled.
4. The decision will start on the date of notification.
5. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
