Facts
The French Basketball Federation (Fédération Française de Basket-Ball, FFBB) charges respondent M55 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a match on October 9, 2011, a sample was taken for doping test purposes. The analysis of the sample showed the presence of a metabolite of cannabis. Cannabis is a prohibited substance according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). Cannabis is regarded as a specified substance.
History
The respondent admits the use of the cannabis but claims that there was no intention to enhance his sport performance.
Decision
1. The decision (2 months of ineligibility) dated January 25, 2012, of the disciplinary committee of the FFBB is cancelled because of incompetence.
2. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of one year in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestations organized or authorized by the FFBB.
3. The period of ineligibility will be reduced by the period allready served under the decision of January 25, 2012.
4. The decision starts on the date of notification.
5. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
