Understanding the process
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A fair process for reviewing possible anti-doping rule violations, protecting athlete rights and reaching a reasoned decision.
- Review the evidence
- Hear the response
- Resolve the case
Where this overview applies. This simplified process applies where ADAMAS is the Results Management Authority. The precise procedure may vary depending on the alleged anti-doping rule violation and the applicable anti-doping rules.
6 stages · Simplified overview
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Initial Review Reviewing the relevant records and circumstances
Where ADAMAS is the Results Management Authority, it conducts the applicable initial review. For an Adverse Analytical Finding, this includes checking for an applicable Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE), any apparent departure from the relevant International Standards that caused the finding, and whether the substance appears to have been administered through a permitted route.
Relevant records may include ADAMS records, the Doping Control Form, testing documents and laboratory documentation.
Notification and Athlete Rights Written notice, options and response deadlines
If the initial review does not identify a basis for closing the matter, ADAMAS notifies the athlete in writing of the finding or alleged anti-doping rule violation (ADRV), the potential consequences and applicable deadlines.
The notice explains the athlete's rights concerning the B Sample and laboratory documentation, the opportunity to provide an explanation, and any matters relating to a Provisional Suspension.
Provisional Suspension Where applicable · An interim measure under the rules
Depending on the nature of the alleged violation and the applicable rules, a Provisional Suspension may be mandatory, optional or voluntarily accepted.
If imposed, the athlete is informed of the grounds, the right to apply for it to be lifted, and the hearing and appeal opportunities available under the applicable rules.
B Sample Analysis Where requested · Analysis and attendance rights
In an Adverse Analytical Finding case, the athlete may request analysis of the B Sample within the reasonable deadline stated in the notification. The athlete and/or their representative may attend the opening and analysis.
If the athlete and their representative remain unavailable after alternative dates have been proposed, the analysis may proceed with an Independent Witness appointed by ADAMAS, in accordance with the applicable rules.
Explanation, Assessment and Charge An opportunity to respond before a formal charge
The athlete is given an opportunity to provide an explanation and supporting information. ADAMAS assesses the explanation, or proceeds after the response deadline has expired.
If ADAMAS remains satisfied that an ADRV has occurred, it issues a formal notice of charge. This identifies the alleged violation, relevant facts, proposed consequences and the athlete's options to accept the charge or challenge it and request a hearing.
Resolution, Hearing, Decision and Appeal Resolving the case and explaining the appeal route
If the athlete accepts the charge and proposed consequences, or does not challenge them within the applicable deadline, a decision may be issued without a contested hearing.
If the charge is challenged, the case is referred to a fair, impartial and operationally independent hearing panel.
A written reasoned decision sets out the findings, applicable consequences, appeal route and deadline for appeal.