Facts
The French Free Flight Federation (Fédération Française de Vol Libre, FFVL) charges respondent M41 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a Free Flight event on October 27, 2007, a sample for doping test purposes was taken. 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) prohibited list and is regarded as a specified substance.
History
Respondent admits the use of cannabis regularly three times a week during a period of three years. There was no intention to enhance sport performance the usage was for recreational reasons only.
The panel takes in consideration the semi-professional status of the respondent and his admittance for the use of cannabis for recreational reasons.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of six months in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestations organized or authorized by the FFVL.
2. The decision starts on the date of notification.
3. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.