- It looks like we can rule marijuana out of the picture as far as Jeff Hardy's suspension is concerned. WWE only fines talents $1,000 for testing positive for pot use. Failing the Wellness test on a pot offense doesn't get you suspended and can't get you terminated.
It was rumored back in 2003 that Hardy was released from WWE after failing a drug test and that WWE asked him to check into rehab. The rumor went that Hardy refused to even considering going in and was then released from the company. Technically, WWE could suspend Hardy for longer than 60 days this time and could ask him to enter into a rehab program. Take a look at a paragraph straight from WWE's Wellness Policy concerning talents' 2nd offenses:
Second Offense. In the event of a second positive result for drugs prohibited by this Policy other than marijuana, the Talent shall be fined an amount equal to 60 days’ pay deducted from your downside guarantee on a weekly basis. The Company may, at its discretion, schedule the Talent to work selected televised events without pay, pay-per-views with pay and non-televised live events with a $200 stipend per event during the 60 day suspension period. Alternatively, in cases where the Talent appears to be in need of a drug rehabilitation program, the Talent shall not be assigned to work until the individual has successfully completed the drug rehabilitation program. However, regardless of the length of the program, the Talent’s fine shall be limited to 60 days’ pay.
We will keep you updated on anymore news surrounding Hardy's suspension.
