What Could Keep me from Getting a Security Clearance?

Adverse suitability/security clearance determinations may occur for any of the following reasons:

misconduct or negligence in employment;
criminal or dishonest conduct;
material, intentional false statement or deception or fraud in examination or appointment;
alcohol abuse of a nature and duration which suggests that the applicant or appointee would be prevented from performing the duties of the position to which appointed, or would constitute a direct threat to the property and safety of others;
illegal use of narcotics, drugs, or other controlled substances, without evidence of substantial rehabilitation; or
knowingly and willfully engaging in acts or activities designed to overthrow the U.S. Government by force.

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