Facts
The French Equestrian Federation (Fédération Française d'Équitation, FFE) charges respondent M52 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules.
During a concours on August 20, 2005, 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.
History
The respondent admitted the use of cannabis one week before the doping control. He produces testimonies from his trainer and employer to prove his moral and a recent blood test on his expenses which is negative on cannabis.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of three months, from which two months conditionally, in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestations organized by the FFE.
2. The present decision will start on the date of notification.
3. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
