Facts
The French University Sport Federation (Fédération Française du Sport Universitaire, FFSU) charges respondent M56 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a boxing event on March 22, 2008, 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) prohibited list and is regarded as a specified substance.
History
The respondent had used cannabis in the weeks before the match. He had used it to clear his head and continue his studies without thinking of his family problems. There was no intention to enhance his sport performance.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of three months in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestations organized or authorized by the FFSU or the French Boxing Federation (FFBoxe).
2. The decision (one year period of ineligibility) dated July 3, 2008, by the disciplinary committee of the FFSU should be modified.
3. The period of ineligibility will be reduced by the period already served due to the decision of July 3, 2008.
4. The decision will start on the date of the notification.
5. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
