Summary
A 53-year-old defense contractor employee was denied a security clearance due to concerns under Guideline E (Personal Conduct) and Guideline J (Criminal Conduct). The denial stemmed from a history of 12 arrests, including charges for assault and drug possession, and the intentional falsification of security questionnaires.
Specifically, the applicant deliberately omitted information about drug and alcohol arrests, as well as other arrests, from his security questionnaires. He also intentionally falsified a DD Form 48 by not disclosing a 1982 marijuana possession conviction and by denying illegal drug use, despite having used marijuana at least twice between 1973 and 1974. His arrest record included charges such as assault in 1970, assault and battery, and multiple instances where charges were nolle prosequi or placed on the stet docket. He was also convicted of DUI and ordered to perform community service and attend anger management counseling for other incidents.
The judge found that the applicant lacked credibility and failed to mitigate concerns regarding his criminal history and dishonesty. The decision highlighted a pattern of criminal conduct and the intentional falsification of official documents, leading to the denial of his security clearance.
Why the Applicant Was Denied
- The applicant has a history of 12 arrests, demonstrating a pattern of criminal conduct.
- The applicant intentionally falsified security questionnaires by omitting relevant arrests and drug use.
- The applicant's lack of credibility and evasiveness during testimony undermined his case.
Conditions Referenced
- J2appliedA History or Pattern of Criminal Activity Creates Doubt About a Person's Judgment, Reliability and Trustworthiness.
- E2appliedThe Deliberate Omission, Concealment, or Falsification of Relevant and Material Facts From Any Personnel Security Questionnaire.
Key Rule Quoted
“The "clearly consistent with the national interest" standard compels resolution of any reasonable doubt about an Applicant's suitability for access in favor of the Government.”
Procedural Posture
- SOR issuedNov 14, 2002
- Answer filedJan 13, 2003
- Hearing heldJul 16, 2003rescheduled from July 9, 2003
- Decision dateNov 4, 2003
Cite For
- Pattern of Criminal Conduct Under Guideline J
- Intentional Falsification of Security Questionnaires Under Guideline E
- Credibility Issues Impacting Security Clearance Decisions