Former New Zealand all-rounder Doug Bracewell has been suspended for a month after testing positive for cocaine, the country’s Sport Integrity Commission has announced.

The 34-year-old failed a doping test after a domestic T20 match in January.

The commission said it accepted that Bracewell used the substance out of competition and therefore had no relation to sport.

As a result, the initial three-month ban was reduced to one month after completing a treatment program.

Commission executive director Rebecca Rolls said in a statement Monday evening that athletes have a responsibility to set a positive example.

“Recreational drugs, including cocaine, are illegal and can pose a real threat to the health and safety of athletes and their teammates,” she said.

“Their use is a serious problem at all levels of sport and recreation, and we want to work with sports organizations and athletes to address this issue.”

New Zealand Cricket chief executive Scott Weenink said Bracewell, who played 28 Tests, 21 ODIs and 20 T20 internationals, had let himself down.

“Doug accepts full responsibility for his error of judgment, the consequences of his behavior and the sanction imposed,” he said.

“As an organization, we will continue to support Doug, who is fully aware of our expectations for the future.”