KEYWORD: Drugs

DIGEST: Applicant failed to mitigate security concerns regarding drug involvement and substance misuse. His drug use continued after giving assurances that he would no longer use marijuana, and was subsequently granted a Secret security clearance. After being granted a clearance, he not only continued to use marijuana, but expanded his drug use to include cocaine, MDMA, lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), prescription medication Hydrocodone, and prescription medication Adderall. Clearance is denied.

CASE NO: 19-02355.h1

DATE: 04/29/2021