Summary
A 37-year-old male applicant was denied a security clearance under Guideline G (Alcohol Consumption) due to a history of alcohol-related incidents, specifically multiple DUI convictions. The Statement of Reasons cited a pattern of excessive alcohol consumption away from work, the multiple DUI convictions, and a failure to provide evidence of continued Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) attendance after completing treatment.
Disqualifying conditions related to a pattern of excessive consumption and alcohol-related incidents were raised. While mitigating conditions acknowledging the applicant's acknowledgment of the problem, completion of treatment, and a period of abstinence were considered, they were ultimately insufficient.
The denial was based on the judge's finding that the applicant's multiple DUI convictions demonstrated a persistent pattern of excessive alcohol consumption. Despite acknowledging his alcohol abuse and completing treatment, he failed to provide evidence of sustained abstinence or ongoing participation in support programs. The recent nature of the alcohol-related incidents also prevented mitigation by the passage of time.
Why the Applicant Was Denied
- The applicant had multiple DUI convictions indicating a pattern of excessive alcohol consumption.
- He acknowledged his alcohol abuse but did not provide evidence of sustained abstinence or continued participation in treatment programs.
- The judge found that the applicant's alcohol-related incidents were recent and not mitigated by the passage of time.
Conditions Referenced
- AG ¶ 22(a)appliedAlcohol-related Incidents Away From Work
- AG ¶ 22(c)appliedHabitual or Binge Consumption of Alcohol
- AG ¶ 23(a)rejectedTime Passed or Unusual CircumstancesThe applicant's incidents were recent and did not occur under unusual circumstances.
- AG ¶ 23(b)rejectedAcknowledgment of Alcohol Use and Actions TakenThe applicant admitted to still consuming alcohol and did not provide evidence of continued AA attendance.
- AG ¶ 23(d)rejectedSuccessful Completion of Treatment and AftercareThe applicant did not demonstrate a clear and established pattern of modified consumption or abstinence.
Key Rule Quoted
“Eligibility for access to classified information is denied.”
Procedural Posture
- SOR issuedMar 23, 2018
- Answer filedApr 26, 2018Elected to have the case decided on the written record.
- Hearing held—No hearing; decided on written record.
- Decision dateMar 8, 2019
Cite For
- Denial of Security Clearance Due to Unresolved Alcohol Consumption Issues
- Impact of Multiple DUI Convictions on Security Clearance Eligibility
- Failure to Demonstrate Sustained Abstinence From Alcohol After Treatment