Case Headnote
ISCR Case No. 18-00504
deniedOct 12, 2018· Hon. Robert Robinson Gales· hearing
Synopsis
The applicant, a 46-year-old desktop support specialist for a defense contractor, faced security concerns under Guideline F due to significant financial delinquencies totaling approximately $97,245. Despite acknowledging his financial issues and attributing them to periods of unemployment, he failed to provide evidence of a repayment plan or financial counseling. The administrative judge denied the security clearance, concluding that the applicant did not mitigate the financial concerns.
Why the Applicant Was Denied
- The applicant had 25 delinquent accounts totaling approximately $97,245, indicating a history of not meeting financial obligations.
- The applicant failed to provide evidence of a good-faith effort to repay overdue creditors or resolve debts.
- The applicant's financial situation was not under control, and he did not demonstrate responsible financial behavior.
Conditions Referenced
Disqualifying
- AG ¶ 19(a)appliedInability to Satisfy Debts
- AG ¶ 19(c)appliedHistory of Not Meeting Financial Obligations
Mitigating
- AG ¶ 20(b)appliedConditions Largely Beyond the Person's Control
Key Rule Quoted
“A person who seeks access to classified information enters into a fiduciary relationship with the Government predicated upon trust and confidence.”
Procedural Posture
- SOR issuedMar 8, 2018
- Answer filedMar 20, 2018Applicant elected to have the case decided on the written record.
- Hearing held—No hearing was held.
- Decision dateOct 12, 2018
Cite For
- Denial of Security Clearance Due to Unresolved Financial Delinquencies
- Failure to Demonstrate Good-faith Efforts to Resolve Debts
- Impact of Financial Instability on Security Clearance Eligibility
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