Summary
A 31-year-old male applicant was denied a security clearance under Guidelines E (Personal Conduct), G (Alcohol Consumption), and J (Criminal Conduct). The denial stemmed from a history of extensive illegal drug use and intentional falsification of information on his security clearance application.
Specific allegations included deliberate omission or falsification of material facts on security forms, providing false information to an investigator, and a pattern of dishonesty. Additionally, the applicant was charged with Harassing Phone Calls in October 1996, found guilty, and fined in December 1996. This conduct was also cited as criminal conduct under Title 18, United States Code, Section 1001.
The denial was based on the applicant's use of crystal methamphetamine and other illegal drugs over several years, which adversely affected his judgment and reliability. He intentionally provided false information about his drug use and criminal history multiple times. Furthermore, the applicant failed to complete a prescribed drug treatment program and did not attend any counseling sessions, leading to the conclusion that he had not demonstrated sufficient rehabilitation or reliability.
Why the Applicant Was Denied
- The applicant used crystal methamphetamine and other illegal drugs over several years, reflecting adversely on his judgment and reliability.
- He intentionally provided false information regarding his drug use and criminal history on multiple occasions.
- The applicant failed to complete a prescribed drug treatment program and did not attend any counseling sessions.
Conditions Referenced
- G-1raisedAny Drug Abuse.
- G-2raisedIllegal Drug Possession.
- G-3raisedFailure to Successfully Complete a Drug Treatment Program Prescribed by a Credentialed Medical Professional.
- E-2raisedThe Deliberate Omission, Concealment, or Falsification of Relevant and Material Facts From Any Personnel Security Questionnaire, Personal History Statement, or Similar Form Used to . . . Determine Security Clearance Eligibility.
- E-3raisedDeliberately Providing False or Misleading Information Concerning Relevant and Material Matters to an Investigator . . . in Connection with a Personnel Security or Trustworthiness Determination.
- E-5raisedA Pattern of Dishonesty.
- J-1raisedAny Criminal Conduct, Regardless of Whether the Person Was Formally Charged.
- J-2raisedA Single Serious Crime or Multiple Lesser Offenses.
Key Rule Quoted
“In DOHA cases, the Government has the initial burden of producing evidence that reasonably suggests an applicant cannot be relied upon to safeguard classified information.”
Procedural Posture
- SOR issuedMay 29, 1997
- Answer filedJun 23, 1997Applicant elected to have case determined on a written record.
- Hearing heldN/ANo hearing; case determined on written record.
- Decision dateNov 20, 1997
Cite For
- Denial of Security Clearance Due to Extensive Illegal Drug Use Under Guideline G
- Intentional Falsification of Information Impacting Security Clearance Under Guideline E
- Criminal Conduct Affecting Trustworthiness Under Guideline J