The announcement comes after Simon was convicted in October of theft and fraud against national team colleague Justine Braisaz-Bouchet.
However, five of the months are conditional, which means that the 29-year-old can participate in the Olympics in Italy next year. In addition to the suspension, Simon must also pay a fine of 30,000 euros, equivalent to around 332,000 kronor, to the FFS. The money will go to training young biathletes. Half of the fine, 15,000 euros, is conditional, however.
The decision is effective from Friday, November 7.
The penalty in the court verdict was a three-month suspended prison sentence and a fine of 15,000 euros.
Simon is a ten-time world champion and took home four gold medals as recently as the Biathlon World Championships in Switzerland this spring. She is one of the biggest Olympic favorites.
