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State Department Duplicates Investigative Efforts
There are some things just make you shake your head and wonder why? In the background investigation world, quite often it is the Department of State (DoS) who are involved in things that don’t quite pass the common sense test. Let me give you an example of a scenario I
Contractor Overcomes Drug Use and Lack of Candor to Keep Clearance
Many on this forum ask how long is long enough after the last use of illegal drugs. There is no set timeline for adjudicators to use. It depends on several factors: circumstances; age; type; recency; and probability of reoccurrence. A recent Defense Office of Hearing and Appeals (DOHA) case involved
My intent was literally curiosity. That’s it. I told them “just to see if I could”. Almost like a puzzle to me. And here’s the kicker….the account was basically empty.…
Yes it is a felony. And unauthorized access is obviously illegal. Which I know that. Which is also why I already disclosed it and got it mitigated. However, the legal…
I agree with your attorney that it shouldn’t happen, but i can tell you from personal experience that it does. Here is the most pertinent question. How did the agency…
I think finding alternative uncleared work for the next 7-10 years may be your best bet. Maybe after no issues for 7-10 years give it another try.