What happens if I'm accused of an anti-doping violation in Australia?

Common question · Sports Law · Australia · 23 October 2026

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Sport Integrity Australia manages anti-doping under rules based on the World Anti-Doping Code.

Athletes are strictly liable for prohibited substances in their system.

Cases can be heard by the National Sports Tribunal or other bodies, with appeals possible to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

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