security clearance
Lying About Military Discharge 28 Years Later Comes Back to Bite Applicant
Another Defense Office of Hearing and Appeals (DOHA) case where you just shake your head and wonder “what was he thinking?” The applicant was initially denied a security clearance by the Department of War based on concerns regarding his finances and personal conduct. At the DOHA appeal, he managed to
Can You Lose a Security Clearance After Being Acquitted? A Recent DOE Case Says
The National Security Adjudicative Guidelines make clear that criminal conduct or behavior of a sexual nature may raise security concerns regardless of whether an individual has been formally charged with or convicted of a crime. Unlike the criminal justice system, which requires evidence to meet a specific legal standard, the
Attorney Helps Contractor Overcome Long RAP Sheet to Get Clearance
Most of the time when someone is denied security clearance eligibility it is cut and dry as to the reason why and there really is no way to mitigate the issues. There are, however, certain situations where an applicant who was denied security clearance eligibility should consult with a legal
DCSA Updates Periodic Reinvestigation Guidance for Contractors
A recent announcement published by the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) reflects changes that will affect all DoD contractors regarding having to submit their SF-86 (soon to be PVQ) updates for periodic reinvestigations. This updated guidance aligns with policy guidance military and government civilian personnel are already following. The