Summary
This case concerns a 54-year-old product development manager employed by a defense contractor, whose security clearance was initially questioned under Guideline F (Financial Considerations). The Statement of Reasons cited his failure to pay local real estate taxes for 1997, resulting in a lien in June 1998, which he later satisfied. Additionally, he made only partial, convenient payments on real estate taxes from 1998 through 2001, prioritizing retirement fund contributions instead.
The applicant acknowledged his past financial mismanagement. He subsequently established a repayment plan and fully satisfied all delinquent real estate taxes by March 2002, prior to the Statement of Reasons being issued. This demonstrated a good faith effort to resolve his financial obligations.
By the time of the decision, the applicant's financial situation had significantly improved, and he was current on all obligations. The judge noted his commitment to financial responsibility and his long-standing employment. Consequently, the security clearance was granted.
Why the Applicant Prevailed
- The applicant satisfied all delinquent real estate taxes prior to the issuance of the SOR.
- He demonstrated a good faith effort to resolve his financial obligations.
- The applicant's financial situation improved significantly, and he was current on all obligations at the time of the decision.
Conditions Referenced
- E2.A6.1.2.1raisedA History of Not Meeting Financial Obligations
- E2.A6.1.3.6appliedThe Individual Initiated a Good-faith Effort to Repay Overdue Creditors or Otherwise Resolve Debts.
Key Rule Quoted
“A good faith effort to repay overdue creditors or otherwise resolve debt is potentially mitigating under guideline F.”
Procedural Posture
- SOR issuedJun 19, 2002
- Answer filedJul 10, 2002Applicant responded pro se.
- Hearing heldNov 15, 2002
- Decision dateFeb 3, 2003
Cite For
- Good Faith Effort to Resolve Financial Obligations Under Guideline F
- Mitigating Factors Related to Financial Considerations
- Impact of Timely Repayment on Security Clearance Decisions