Summary
A 39-year-old single male Network Administrator was denied a security clearance due to concerns under Guideline E (Personal Conduct), Guideline G (Alcohol Consumption), and Guideline J (Criminal Conduct). The denial stemmed from a history of alcohol abuse, multiple DUI arrests, and falsification of his criminal history during the clearance process.
The applicant had a documented history of alcohol abuse spanning over 20 years, resulting in three arrests for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in June 1998, January 1999, and November 1999 or 2000. An October 1999 assessment in a weekend intervention program diagnosed him with "Alcohol Dependence-Severe Condition," and he subsequently failed to complete an alcohol treatment program. He reported continuing to drink 3 or 4 beers weekly.
Further concerns included a 1995 arrest for passing a bad check for approximately $170, and Non-Judicial Punishments in 1983 and 1984 for failing to report to his place of duty. Crucially, the applicant intentionally falsified material aspects of his personal background, specifically his criminal history, on the security clearance questionnaire. Despite his claims of reduced alcohol consumption and personal reform, the judge found insufficient evidence to mitigate these concerns, leading to the denial.
Why the Applicant Was Denied
- The applicant has a history of alcohol abuse resulting in three DUI arrests.
- The applicant was diagnosed as alcohol dependent and failed a treatment program.
- The applicant falsified information on his security clearance questionnaire.
Conditions Referenced
- G-1raisedAlcohol Consumption
- J-1raisedCriminal Conduct
- E-2raisedPersonal Conduct
- G-3rejectedAlcohol ConsumptionThe applicant's claims of positive changes in behavior were not supported by sufficient evidence.
- J-2notedCriminal Conduct
- E-3rejectedPersonal ConductThe applicant's explanations for falsification were not compelling.
Key Rule Quoted
“The Government relies heavily upon the integrity and honesty of clearance holders, and it is a negative factor for security clearance purposes where an Applicant has deliberately provided false information about material aspects of his or her personal background.”
Procedural Posture
- SOR issuedDec 18, 2002
- Answer filedJan 15, 2003
- Hearing held—Applicant requested decision without a hearing.
- Decision dateJul 9, 2003
Cite For
- Denial Based on Multiple Alcohol-related Incidents Under Guideline G
- Impact of Falsification on Security Clearance Eligibility Under Guideline E
- Consideration of Criminal Conduct in Security Clearance Decisions Under Guideline J