Facts
The French Handball Federation (Fédération Française de Handball, FFHB) charges respondent M44 or a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a match on December 5, 2009, a sample was taken for doping test purposes. The analysis of the sample showed the presence of a metabolite of cannabis above the threshold value. Cannabis is a prohibited substance according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list. Cannabis is regarded as a specified substance.
History
The initial decision, dated March 23, 2010, by the disciplinary committee of the FFHB is a period of ineligibility of three months. Respondent admits using the prohibited substance occasionally but there was no intention to enhance sport performance.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of six months in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestation organized or authorized by the FFHB.
2. The decision, dated March 23, 2010, of the disciplinary committee of the FFHB should be modified.
3. The decision starts on the date of notification.
4. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
