Facts
The French Ice Hockey Federation (Fédération Française de Hockey sur Glace, FFHG) charges respondent M13 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a match on December 6, 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 a recreational setting during a concert. There was no intention to enhance sport performance.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of three months in which the respondent can't take place in competition or manifestations organized or authorized by the FFHG.
2. The decision (a warning) dated March 18, 2009, from the disciplinary committee of the FFHG should be modified.
3. The decision will start on the date of September 19, 2009, when the new season for this competition of 2009/2010 is starting.
4. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.