Facts
The French Equestrian Federation (Fédération Française d'Équitation, FFE) charges respondent M86 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules.
During a concours on August 22, 2010, a sample was taken for doping test purposes. The analysis of the sample showed the presence of a metabolite of cannabis. Cannabis is prohibited according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list and regarded as a specified substance.
History
The respondent had used the prohibited substance three day before the doping test in a festivity setting. It was offered to her without knowing that it was prohibited, she argues that the low concentration indicates passive smoking. There was no intention by her to enhance sport performance. However the concentration is four times higher than the threshold value which indicates the consumption of cannabis.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of 6 months, in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestations organized by the FFE or the French equestrian society.
2. All the results obtained at August 22, 2010, are cancelled. Medals, points and prizes are withdrawn.
4. The present decision will start on the date of notification.
5. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
