Summary
A 52-year-old defense contractor was denied a security clearance under Guideline E (Personal Conduct) and Guideline H (Drug Involvement). The denial stemmed from a long history of methamphetamine abuse and a pattern of dishonesty regarding his substance use and treatment.
The Statement of Reasons detailed that the applicant was a methamphetamine abuser, acknowledging daily use from age 25 until November 2008. He received inpatient treatment for methamphetamine abuse around 1993 but failed to complete prescribed drug treatment and aftercare programs.
The denial was based on the applicant's admitted extensive methamphetamine abuse and his inconsistent accounts of substance use. He was diagnosed with methamphetamine dependence and did not successfully complete a treatment program. Furthermore, the applicant provided false information during the security clearance process, concealing the full scope of his drug use and treatment history, which raised concerns about his reliability and trustworthiness. The judge concluded that the applicant did not demonstrate sufficient rehabilitation or intent to avoid future drug use.
Why the Applicant Was Denied
- The applicant admitted to a lengthy history of methamphetamine abuse and failed to provide a consistent account of his substance use.
- He was diagnosed with methamphetamine dependence and did not successfully complete a prescribed treatment program.
- The applicant provided false information during the security clearance process, concealing the full extent of his drug use and treatment history.
Conditions Referenced
- H.25.aappliedDrug Abuse
- H.25.cappliedIllegal Drug Possession
- H.25.dappliedDiagnosis of Drug Dependence
- H.25.fappliedFailure to Complete Treatment Program
- E.16.aappliedDeliberate Omission or Concealment
- E.16.bappliedProviding False Information
- E.16.cappliedCredible Adverse Information
- H.26.brejectedDemonstrated Intent Not to Abuse DrugsThe applicant's purported intent to abstain from drug use was not sufficiently demonstrated.
- H.26.arejectedBehavior Occurred Long AgoThe applicant's drug abuse was recent and ongoing for many years.
- H.26.drejectedCompletion of Treatment ProgramThe applicant did not complete the required treatment program.
Key Rule Quoted
“"No one has a 'right' to a security clearance."”
Procedural Posture
- SOR issuedJan 28, 2013
- Answer filedFeb 26, 2013Applicant elected to proceed without a hearing.
- Hearing held—Decision made on the written record.
- Decision dateJun 28, 2013
Cite For
- Denial of Security Clearance Due to Drug Involvement and Personal Conduct Issues
- Failure to Mitigate Drug Abuse Concerns Under Guideline H
- Lack of Candor During the Security Clearance Process Under Guideline E