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ISCR Case 24-00073

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Case Profile
Decision Date4/23/2025
Statusdenied
LevelHEARING
TypeSTANDARD ISCR
Participants
Judge: Mark W. Harvey
Government Counsel: Cassie L. Ford
Applicant's Counsel: Sean D. Rogers
Case Summary
Applicant, a 40-year-old individual with a background in information technology and military service, sought a security clearance but faced allegations under Guidelines I (psychological conditions), J (criminal conduct), and E (personal conduct). The Statement of Reasons (SOR) outlined concerns related to his mental health history, including a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and incidents of criminal behavior, including nonjudicial punishment during military service and recent altercations.
During the proceedings, the applicant admitted to some of the allegations, particularly regarding his mental health treatment history, which included periods of therapy and medication for PTSD. He acknowledged inconsistencies in his medication adherence and described ongoing challenges with anger management and stress, particularly in relation to family dynamics. Despite these issues, he argued that his current treatment regimen, which did not include medication, was effective for him.
The administrative judge ruled that while the concerns under Guideline J were mitigated, those under Guidelines I and E were not. The judge concluded that the applicant's PTSD posed a significant risk to his judgment and reliability, particularly given his history of noncompliance with treatment recommendations and the potential for negative behaviors triggered by his condition. Consequently, the applicant's eligibility for access to classified information was denied.
Guidelines Evaluated
- Guideline EPersonal Conduct · Against Applicant
- Guideline IPsychological Conditions · Against Applicant
- Guideline JCriminal Conduct · For Applicant
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Case Headnote

ISCR Case No. 24-00073

deniedApr 23, 2025· Hon. Mark W. Harvey· hearing

Summary

A 40-year-old male applicant with an information technology and military background was denied a U.S. DOHA security clearance. The denial was based on concerns under Guideline E (Personal Conduct), Guideline I (Psychological Conditions), and Guideline J (Criminal Conduct). While some mitigating factors were applied for criminal conduct, the primary issues centered on unresolved psychological conditions and personal conduct.

Specifically, the applicant's Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) was not mitigated due to inconsistent treatment and a failure to adhere to prescribed medication regimens. Additionally, his personal conduct raised significant concerns, particularly his failure to disclose concurrent employment, which violated company policies and indicated poor judgment.

The judge emphasized that trustworthiness is essential for individuals handling classified information. The applicant's unmitigated psychological conditions and issues with personal conduct, including the failure to disclose employment, were pivotal in the decision to deny the security clearance.

Why the Applicant Was Denied

The applicant's psychological conditions, particularly PTSD, were not mitigated due to inconsistent treatment and failure to follow prescribed medication regimens.
The applicant's personal conduct raised significant concerns, including failure to disclose concurrent employment, which violated company policies and demonstrated poor judgment.

Conditions Referenced

Disqualifying

AG ¶ 28(a)appliedPsychological Conditions
AG ¶ 31(b)appliedCriminal Conduct
AG ¶ 16(d)appliedPersonal Conduct

Mitigating

AG ¶ 32(a)raisedCriminal ConductSome criminal conduct allegations were mitigated.
AG ¶ 29(a)rejectedPsychological ConditionsThe applicant did not demonstrate that his PTSD was readily controllable with treatment.

Key Rule Quoted

“Eligibility for a security clearance is predicated upon the applicant meeting the criteria contained in the adjudicative guidelines.”

Procedural Posture

SOR issuedApr 12, 2024
Answer filedAug 26, 2024
Hearing heldFeb 11, 2025
Decision dateApr 23, 2025

Cite For

Unresolved Psychological Conditions Under Guideline I
Personal Conduct Issues Related to Failure to Disclose Concurrent Employment Under Guideline E
Mitigation of Criminal Conduct Under Guideline J

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