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ISCR Case No. 15-04095.h1
GrantedDecided Oct 4, 2017 · Administrative Judge Robert E. Coacher · Hearing
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Summary
The applicant, representing himself, faced security concerns under Guideline G related to alcohol consumption. The applicant successfully mitigated these concerns, leading to the granting of his security clearance.
Why the applicant prevailed
- The applicant demonstrated a commitment to sobriety and responsible behavior regarding alcohol consumption.
- The applicant provided evidence of rehabilitation and support from family and friends.
Conditions referenced
Mitigating
- G.2(a) The behavior was not recent and was under control.applied
- G.2(b) The applicant has shown a positive change in behavior and lifestyle.applied
Key rule quoted
“The applicant has the burden of proving that he is eligible for a security clearance.”
Procedural posture
- SOR issued
- June 10, 2016
- Answer filed
- Hearing held
- Decision date
- October 4, 2017
Cite for
- Mitigation of Alcohol-related Security Concerns Under Guideline G
- Evidence of Rehabilitation and Positive Lifestyle Changes
- Burden of Proof for Security Clearance Eligibility
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Allegations under Guideline G
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Appearances
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE DEFENSE OFFICE OF HEARINGS AND APPEALS
In the matter of: ) ) ) ISCR Case No. 15-04095 ) Applicant for Security Clearance )
For Government: Ray T. Blank, Jr., Esq., Department Counsel For Applicant: Pro se
10/04/2017 ______________
Statement of Case
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COACHER, Robert E., Administrative Judge:
Applicant mitigated the Government’s security concerns under Guideline G, alcohol consumption. Applicant’s eligibility for a security clearance is granted.
Statement of the Case
On June 10, 2016, the Department of Defense (DOD) issued Applicant a Statement of Reasons (SOR) detailing security concerns under Guideline G, alcohol consumption. The DOD acted under Executive Order (EO) 10865, Safeguarding Classified Information within Industry (February 20, 1960), as amended; DOD Directive 5220.6, Defense Industrial Personnel Security Clearance Review Program (January 2, 1992), as amended (Directive); and the adjudicative guidelines (AG) implemented by the DOD on September 1, 2006. 1
Footnotes
1 I decided this case using the AG implemented by DOD on June 8, 2017. However, I also considered this case under the previous AG implemented on September 1, 2006, and my conclusions are the same using either set of AG.