Summary
A 27-year-old male applicant was denied a security clearance due to concerns under Guideline G (Alcohol Consumption), Guideline E (Personal Conduct), and Guideline J (Criminal Conduct). The Statement of Reasons detailed a history of alcohol-related arrests, including a misdemeanor charge for consumption of liquor by a minor, and two separate misdemeanor charges for driving under the influence (DUI), one of which occurred in May 2016. These three alcohol-related charges occurred within a six-year period.
The applicant acknowledged his problems with alcohol and driving. However, he did not provide sufficient evidence of steps taken to prevent similar incidents. Specifically, he failed to participate in required counseling or treatment programs, which was a key factor in the denial.
While some personal conduct issues were mitigated, the applicant did not adequately address the significant alcohol consumption concerns. Disqualifying conditions G.2.a and G.2.c were raised, and although mitigating conditions G.3.a, G.3.b, G.3.c, and G.3.d were applied, they were insufficient to overcome the unmitigated alcohol-related issues.
Why the Applicant Was Denied
- The applicant has a history of three alcohol-related arrests within a six-year period, including two DUIs.
- He did not provide sufficient evidence of steps taken to prevent future alcohol-related incidents.
- The applicant acknowledged his issues with alcohol but failed to participate in required counseling or treatment programs.
Conditions Referenced
- G.2.araisedAlcohol-related Incidents Away From Work
- G.2.craisedHabitual or Binge Consumption of Alcohol
- G.3.arejectedTime Passed or Unusual CircumstancesNot enough time has passed since the last offense, nor did the conduct occur under unusual circumstances.
- G.3.brejectedAcknowledgment of Alcohol Use and Actions TakenThe applicant did not provide sufficient evidence of actions taken to overcome his alcohol issues.
- G.3.crejectedParticipation in Counseling or TreatmentThe applicant has not participated in counseling or a treatment program as prescribed.
- G.3.drejectedSuccessful Completion of Treatment ProgramThe applicant has not demonstrated a clear pattern of modified consumption or abstinence.
Key Rule Quoted
“Any doubt concerning personnel being considered for national security eligibility will be resolved in favor of the national security.”
Procedural Posture
- SOR issuedApr 10, 2017
- Answer filedMay 4, 2017
- Hearing heldSep 20, 2017via MS Teams
- Decision dateOct 5, 2017
Cite For
- Denial of Security Clearance Due to Multiple Alcohol-related Arrests
- Failure to Mitigate Alcohol Consumption Concerns Despite Acknowledgment of Issues
- Insufficient Evidence of Rehabilitation or Treatment Participation