Facts
The French Federation of American Football (Fédération Française de Football Américain, FFFA) charges respondent M17 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a match on May 6, 2007, a sample was taken for doping control purposes. The analysis showed the presence of a metabolite of cannabis. Cannabis is a prohibited substance according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list and is regarded as a specified substance.
History
The respondent didn't provide any explanation about how the prohibited substance had entered his body. However cannabis is a prohibited substances when used in competition although the panel does realize it wasn't used to enhance sport performance.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of five months in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestations organized or authorized by the FFFA.
2. The decision starts on the date of notification.
3. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
