Summary
The applicant, a 56-year-old male with a history of compulsive sexual behavior, sought security clearance but was denied due to concerns under Guideline D regarding sexual behavior and potential coercion. The applicant admitted to engaging in non-contact sexual interactions with Filipino women online and providing them with substantial financial gifts, which raised significant judgment issues. The judge found insufficient evidence of rehabilitation or mitigation of the security concerns, leading to the denial of the application.
Under Guideline B (Foreign Influence) and Guideline D (Sexual Behavior), the Statement of Reasons alleged the following: Applicant’s conduct alleged under SOR paragraphs 1 and 2, also represents poor judgment, lack of candor, and rule violations under Guideline E (2.a). Applicant’s conduct alleged under SOR paragraphs 1 and 2, also represents poor judgment, lack of candor, and rule violations under Guideline E (2.b). Applicant’s regular history of non-contact sexual interaction with Filipino women on social media websites between 2009 and the fall of 2017 raises judgment issues and could subject him to undue influence and coercion (1.a). Applicant denied engaging in addictive masturbation or illegally viewing pornography for sexual gratification (1.b). Applicant denied the allegation as stated by Department Counsel regarding compulsive sexual behavior disorder diagnosed in March 2021 (1.c).
The judge denied the clearance. The government raised disqualifying conditions AG ¶ 13(b), AG ¶ 13(c), AG ¶ 13(d). The decision turned on the following: The applicant's history of compulsive sexual behavior raised significant judgment issues; The applicant provided approximately $200,000 to Filipino women over several years, which could subject him to coercion; The applicant failed to demonstrate sufficient rehabilitation or compliance with treatment recommendations.
Why the Applicant Was Denied
- The applicant's history of compulsive sexual behavior raised significant judgment issues.
- The applicant provided approximately $200,000 to Filipino women over several years, which could subject him to coercion.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate sufficient rehabilitation or compliance with treatment recommendations.
Conditions Referenced
- AG ¶ 13(b)appliedPattern of Compulsive, Self-destructive High-risk Behavior
- AG ¶ 13(c)appliedSexual Behavior That Causes Vulnerability to Coercion
- AG ¶ 13(d)appliedSexual Behavior Reflecting Lack of Discretion or Judgment
Key Rule Quoted
“The protection of the national security is the paramount consideration.”
Procedural Posture
- SOR issuedDec 10, 2020
- Answer filedJan 6, 2021
- Hearing heldSep 17, 2021held as scheduled
- Decision dateJan 25, 2022
Cite For
- Denial Based on Compulsive Sexual Behavior Under Guideline D
- Vulnerability to Coercion Due to Financial Interactions with Foreign Nationals
- Insufficient Evidence of Rehabilitation in Sexual Behavior Cases