Summary
A 27-year-old defense contractor was denied a security clearance under Guideline G (Alcohol Consumption) due to a history of alcohol-related issues. The Statement of Reasons detailed several alcohol-related arrests and convictions, including charges for selling alcohol to a minor in 2002, operating a vehicle under the influence, and underage consumption. The applicant also had a history of excessive alcohol consumption and attended alcohol counseling in February 2007 following an alcohol-related arrest. Despite this, he continued to consume alcohol until at least April 2008.
Disqualifying conditions under Guideline G, specifically AG ¶ 22(a) and AG ¶ 22(c), were raised. While mitigating conditions AG ¶ 23(a), AG ¶ 23(b), and AG ¶ 23(d) were applied, they were not sufficient to overcome the security concerns.
The denial was based on the applicant's history of multiple alcohol-related arrests and convictions, insufficient evidence to demonstrate control over his alcohol use, and a lack of recent information regarding his alcohol consumption, which raised doubts about his reliability and trustworthiness.
Why the Applicant Was Denied
- The applicant has a history of multiple alcohol-related arrests and convictions.
- There is insufficient evidence to demonstrate that the applicant has his alcohol use under control.
- The applicant did not provide recent information about his alcohol consumption, raising doubts about his reliability and trustworthiness.
Conditions Referenced
- AG ¶ 22(a)appliedAlcohol-related Incidents Away From Work
- AG ¶ 22(c)appliedHabitual or Binge Consumption of Alcohol
- AG ¶ 23(a)rejectedTime Has Passed or Behavior Was InfrequentThe applicant's history of alcohol-related incidents continues to cast doubt on his reliability.
- AG ¶ 23(b)rejectedAcknowledgment of Alcoholism and Actions TakenThe applicant did not provide evidence of a clear pattern of abstinence or responsible use.
- AG ¶ 23(d)rejectedSuccessful Completion of Counseling or RehabilitationThe applicant did not demonstrate a clear and established pattern of modified consumption or abstinence.
Key Rule Quoted
“The protection of the national security is the paramount consideration.”
Procedural Posture
- SOR issuedApr 14, 2010
- Answer filedMay 3, 2010Undated response received by DOHA.
- Hearing held—Case decided on the written record.
- Decision dateAug 16, 2010
Cite For
- Denial of Security Clearance Due to Unresolved Alcohol Consumption Issues
- Impact of Multiple Alcohol-related Offenses on Security Clearance Eligibility
- Insufficient Evidence of Rehabilitation in Alcohol-related Cases