Summary
A 54-year-old form carpenter working for a federal contractor was denied a security clearance due to concerns under Guideline E (Personal Conduct), Guideline G (Alcohol Consumption), Guideline H (Drug Involvement), and Guideline J (Criminal Conduct). The denial stemmed from a significant history of alcohol abuse, multiple DUI convictions, and a pattern of criminal conduct involving approximately 22 arrests.
Specific allegations included a history of alcohol abuse with numerous alcohol-related arrests and DUI convictions, three self-admissions for alcohol detoxification, and continued alcohol consumption despite treatment for dependence. The applicant was discharged from the Army in 1972 for drug abuse and failed to meet outpatient care requirements in 2002 by consuming alcohol. Additionally, the applicant deliberately omitted, concealed, or falsified relevant facts on a personnel security questionnaire.
While some mitigation was successful regarding drug involvement, the applicant failed to demonstrate sufficient rehabilitation or responsible behavior concerning alcohol and personal conduct. The decision highlighted the applicant's long history of alcohol abuse, continued alcohol consumption despite dependence, and the falsification of information on his security clearance application, ultimately leading to the denial.
Why the Applicant Was Denied
- The applicant has a long history of alcohol abuse, including multiple DUI arrests and convictions.
- He continues to consume alcohol despite a diagnosis of alcohol dependence and previous treatment.
- The applicant falsified information on his security clearance application, demonstrating a lack of candor and reliability.
Conditions Referenced
- E2.A7.1.2.1raisedAlcohol-related Incidents Away From Work
- E2.A7.1.2.5raisedHabitual or Binge Consumption of Alcohol to the Point of Impaired Judgment
- E2.A8.1.2.1raisedAny Drug Abuse
- E2.A10.1.2.1raisedAllegations or Admissions of Criminal Conduct
- E2.A10.1.2.2raisedA Single Serious Crime or Multiple Lesser Offenses
- E2.A5.1.2.2raisedDeliberate Omission, Concealment, or Falsification of Relevant and Material Facts
- E2.A7.1.3.2rejectedThe Problem Occurred a Number of Years Ago and There Is No Indication of a Recent ProblemThe applicant has a 30-year pattern of alcohol abuse and continues to drink.
- E2.A7.1.3.3rejectedPositive Changes in Behavior Supportive of SobrietyThe applicant has not provided proof of successful rehabilitation.
- E2.A8.1.3.1appliedThe Drug Involvement Was Not Recent
- E2.A8.1.3.3appliedA Demonstrated Intent Not to Abuse Any Drugs in the Future
- E2.A10.1.3.1rejectedThe Criminal Behavior Was Not RecentThe applicant has over 20 arrests, indicating a pattern of ongoing criminal conduct.
- E2.A10.1.3.2rejectedThe Crime Was an Isolated IncidentThe applicant's criminal history is extensive and not isolated.
- E2.A10.1.3.6rejectedThere Is Clear Evidence of Successful RehabilitationThere is no evidence of rehabilitation.
- E2.A5.1.2.1rejectedThe Individual Has Acknowledged the Falsification and Has Taken Steps to Correct ItThe applicant did not voluntarily correct the false information.
Key Rule Quoted
“"[No] one has a 'right' to a security clearance."”
Procedural Posture
- SOR issuedDec 6, 2005
- Answer filedDec 19, 2005Requested decision without a hearing.
- Hearing held—Decision made without a hearing.
- Decision dateAug 31, 2006
Cite For
- Denial of Security Clearance Due to Extensive Alcohol Abuse and Criminal History
- Impact of Falsifying Information on Security Clearance Applications
- Failure to Demonstrate Rehabilitation in the Context of Ongoing Substance Abuse Issues.