Failure or inability to live within one’s means, satisfy debts or meet financial obligations may indicate poor self-control, lack of judgment or unwillingness to abide by rules and regulations, all of which can raise questions about an applicant’s reliability, trustworthiness and ability to protect classified national security information (CNSI). An individual who is financially overextended…

Conduct involving questionable judgment, lack of candor, dishonesty or unwillingness to comply with regulations can raise questions about an applicant’s reliability, trustworthiness and ability to protect classified national security information (CNSI). Any failure to provide truthful and candid answers during the security clearance process is of particular interest. The following actions may result in unfavorable…

Sexual behavior that involves a criminal offense; indicates a personality or emotional disorder; reflects a lack of judgment or discretion; or may subject an applicant to undue influence or coercion, exploitation or duress can raise questions about the applicant’s reliability, trustworthiness and ability to protect classified national security information (CNSI). No adverse inference concerning the…