Hi everyone. I got out of the military July 2024 and in August I tried THC gummies twice to help with my insomnia, purchased/used in NY so it is legal at the state level. I got adverse effects to my sleep those two times, so I tossed them, and haven’t used any form of THC since then and don’t plan on it. I now am accepting a new job that requires a secret clearance and I have to do continuous vetting on the SF-86 to get my secret clearance reinstated from when I was active duty. I disclosed the THC experience on the SF-86 for full transparency, and indicated I have no intent of future use. I’m quite nervous of this but any thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for reading.
Well, at least you were honest. As you know, the FED Govt could give a crap less about states approving non-federalizes substances for personal use. In the meantime, while your newly entered SF-86 data sits in DCSA’s systems awaiting review; I’d suggest that you take a simple State approved Drug and Alcohol Awareness class (preferably in-person). When DCSA contacts you again about your THC use last year, you will be able to present them something tangible that shows them you have received training from a certified source regarding the prevention of substance abuse. Almost every state offers in-person drug and alcohol awareness classes, usually for a low-cost or no cost at all. Just my two cents of advice as a former Special Security Officer who had about 700 fiduciaries under his SMO code. Best wishes
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Thanks, I’ll definitely look into that.