Facts
The French Handball Federation (Fédération Française de Handball, FFHB) charges respondent M31 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a match on May 29, 2010, 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 but in a low concentration. Cannabis is a prohibited substance according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list. Cannabis is regarded as a specified substance.
History
The respondent used cannabis a few days before the doping test, and the consumption should be regarded as exceptional. There was no intention to enhance sport performances.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of three months in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestation organized by the FFHB.
2. The period of ineligibility will be reduced by the period already served by the decision (2 months period of ineligibility) dated November 5, 2010, of the disciplinary committee of the FFHB.
3. The decision dated November 5, 2010, of the disciplinary committee of the FFHB will be modified.
4. The decision starts on the date of notification.
5. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.