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NSAC: Diaz hearing possible for April, past multiple offenders issued yearlong suspension

The Nevada State Athletic Commission is likely to hear the case of Nick Diaz sometime in April, according to NSAC Executive Director Keith Kizer.

For now, Diaz is temporarily suspended following a disciplinary complaint filed by the NSAC to the Nevada Attorney General that states the fighter broke rule 467.850 of the commission's administrative code when he tested positive for marijuana metabolites following UFC 143.

At the NSAC's next meeting on Feb. 22, Kizer will ask the commission to uphold the temporary suspension until the formal hearing in April, where Diaz is expected to answer to the complaint.

Rule 467.850 bars the use of banned substances including performance-enhancing drugs and drugs of abuse such as marijuana.

Kizer today notified MMAjunkie.com (UFC blog for UFC news, UFC rumors, fighter interviews and event previews/recaps | MMAjunkie.com) of Diaz's positive test. The former Strikeforce welterweight champ was one of 18 athletes who were tested for drugs of abuse and performance enhancers following the pay-per-view event, which took place this past Saturday at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas.

Diaz lost a unanimous decision to Carlos Condit in a bout for the UFC interim welterweight title. He subsequently said he would retire from the sport following the fight.

On Tuesday, UFC president Dana White said a rematch between Diaz and Condit was in the works, but a day later, Diaz manager Cesar Gracie said the fight was a no-go.

Among the possible punishments Diaz faces, Kizer said the commission could levy fines, suspend him, as well as revoke or place conditions on the license.

"In the past, the norm for a positive test for marijuana is six months, but we have had two repeat offenders and they both got a 12-month suspension," he said. "But that doesn't necessarily mean that's what will happen here."

UFC president Dana White issued a brief official statement but did not comment specifically on the UFC's plans for Diaz.

"I am beyond disappointed that he tested positive for marijuana," White stated. "It is now in the hands of the Nevada State Athletic Commission.”

Gracie declined comment when reached today.

NSAC: Diaz hearing possible for April, past multiple offenders issued yearlong suspension | MMAjunkie.com



Dana White responds to news of Diaz's positive test

“I am beyond disappointed that he tested positive for marijuana. It is now in the hands of the Nevada State Athletic Commission,” UFC president Dana White said in an email sent to Fighters Only this evening.

NSAC has referred Diaz to the state attorney general’s office for sanction to be processed. Diaz may appeal and/or ask for his B-sample to be tested, or he may simply throw his hands up and admit fault.

http://www.fightersonlymag.com/conte...-positive-test

[sonofsteven]

jackass. But now we can forget the ridiculous idea of an immediate rematch. If Diego wins give Kos a shot. If Ellenberger lays waste to Sanchez as I suspect will happen then lets see him get the shot. Again-what a jackass. Just retire.

[nezlam1]

I wonder if Zuffa will cut him.

[Cat--Smasher]

Originally Posted by nezlam1

I wonder if Zuffa will cut him.

I dont think so. I think he gets a year suspension and then right back into the mix.

[GangGreenWarrior]

I was gonna rematch Condit, before I got high
I could'a got my chance to face GSP, but then I got high
Now I'm suspended 12 months and I know why (why man)

Because I got high
Because I got high
Because I got high

[carbondioxide830]

i think a year suspension for marijuana is a bit harsh, but disciplinary action definitely needs to be taken. i mean if you cant stop smoking weed long enough to win a world championship and earn six figures, maybe a new career choice isnt such a bad idea after all.

[dj triple]

it's such a bullshit rule .. i'm sure the smell of weed offended condit so bad that he had to run away...

[Leucoethiops]

"In the past, the norm for a positive test for marijuana is six months, but we have had two repeat offenders and they both got a 12-month suspension," he said. "But that doesn't necessarily mean that's what will happen here."

Jurisprudence and legal precedent are way overrated. When doling out punishment, go with your gut and how you're feeling that day.

[x4jude4x]

Originally Posted by GangGreenWarrior

I was gonna rematch Condit, before I got high
I could'a got my chance to face GSP, but then I got high
Now I'm suspended 12 months and I know why (why man)

Because I got high
Because I got high
Because I got high

hahaha this ^

[beardown98]

God damn it nick