Summary
A 53-year-old male applicant was denied a security clearance due to concerns under Guideline E (Personal Conduct) and Guideline G (Alcohol Consumption). The denial stemmed from a history of alcohol-related offenses and a failure to accurately report his criminal history on his security clearance application.
The applicant had four Driving Under the Influence (DUI) convictions, occurring in November 1984, October 1989, December 1998, and November 2001. Additionally, the applicant failed to disclose several alcohol-related offenses from August 1984, October 1989, and December 1998, as well as a felony drug possession charge from April 1989, on his SF 86 form.
The judge found that the applicant's explanations for these omissions were unpersuasive and intentional, indicating a deliberate failure to report relevant information. Consequently, the applicant did not mitigate the security concerns related to his alcohol consumption and personal conduct, leading to the denial of his security clearance.
Why the Applicant Was Denied
- The applicant has a long history of alcohol-related offenses, including four DUI convictions.
- The applicant failed to report multiple alcohol-related incidents and a felony drug charge on his security clearance application.
- The applicant's explanations for the omissions on his application were deemed unpersuasive and intentional.
Conditions Referenced
- E2.A7.1.2.1raisedAlcohol-related Incidents Away From Work
- E2.A5.1.2.2raisedDeliberate Omission, Concealment, or Falsification of Relevant and Material Facts
- E2.A7.1.3.3appliedPositive Changes in Behavior Supportive of SobrietyThe applicant attended court-ordered evaluation and completed an alcohol rehabilitation course.
Key Rule Quoted
“The adjudicative process is an examination of a sufficient period of a person's life to make an affirmative determination that the person is eligible for a security clearance.”
Procedural Posture
- SOR issuedAug 18, 2004
- Answer filedSep 9, 2004
- Hearing heldSep 12, 2005Hearing was convened with the concurrence of both parties.
- Decision dateOct 6, 2005
Cite For
- History of Alcohol-related Offenses Impacting Security Clearance Eligibility
- Failure to Disclose Criminal History on Security Clearance Application
- Impact of Personal Conduct on Trustworthiness and Reliability for Security Clearance