Article R232-98-3 of the French Sports Code
When the relevant Federation or the organiser responsible for an Event imposes a suspension on a Team, under the conditions set out in IV of article L. 232-23-5, the period of suspension shall begin on the date of the decision imposing the suspension or, if the hearing is waived, on the date the suspension is accepted or otherwise imposed. However, if fairness requires, the federation or organiser may fix the…