In this blog, we'll look at why finances matter to your security clearance, with a particular focus on the significance of seeking legal counsel, such as a Security Clearance Attorney like Matthew Thomas.

Having a security clearance is often a prerequisite to get hired as a federal contractor, government employee and serve in the military. However, what happens when your application for security clearance is denied?

Understanding the intricacies of security clearances is crucial for military service members and government workers. By working with an experienced Washington DC security clearance attorney, like Matthew Thomas, you can navigate the daunting process smoothly.

Maintaining a security clearance is crucial for individuals working in sensitive government positions. However, issues related to drug use can pose significant challenges.

Do you need help obtaining the correct security clearance? Matthew Thomas Law, PLLC can help.

Military Law Enforcement can now seize Cloud Data from Apple, Google, and Microsoft

For years, people have whispered about the effects that poppy seeds have on military members and other members of the public that are subjected to urinalyses. People familiar with these drug tests were concerned that poppy seeds could make a service member produce a false positive.

A common mistake that military members make is believing that officers are treated the same or better than enlisted in the military justice system. That is simply not the case.

Once again, the Marine Corps redrafted MCO 5354.1F, which is commonly referred to as the Prohibited Activities & Conduct order (PAC order). MCO 5354.1F updated the Marine Corps’ policy, procedures, and responsibilities for preventing and responding to prohibited conduct.

I receive many calls from military service members about whether or not they have to report an arrest or a DUI. Unfortunately, the answer to that question isn’t simple and … it depends.

Past criminal conduct is one of the most common issues that prevent applicants from obtaining a security clearance. Members of the military, federal employees, as well as, federal contractors are often required to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Mental illness is at the forefront of America’s hot topic issues. For military, federal employees and federal contractors prior bouts with mental health can create hurdles during the security clearance process. While it is not the federal government’s goal to deny security clearance applicants that suffer from psychological conditions, safeguards have been put in place in order to evaluate security clearance applicants appropriately.

As stated in previous blog posts, credibility isn’t just relevant, it is paramount to the military fact-finder presiding over court-martials in Jacksonville, North Carolina. And when the case involves Article 120, UCMJ (Rape, Sexual Assault, Abusive Sexual Contact) this couldn’t be more true.

Once a court-martial starts, accusers of Article 120, UCMJ (Sexual Assault) testify about the alleged sexual assault, rape, or abusive sexual contact. Often, clients have reservations or concerns that their accusers will lie on the stand or the accuser’s testimony will be coached to match other witness’ testimony.

Military defense attorneys trying cases involving rape, sexual assault and abusive sexual contact must be able to show that the Article 120, UCMJ accuser is untruthful.

The majority of the Eastern Judicial Circuit’s court-martials involving Article 120, UCMJ allegations take place onboard Camp Lejeune, NC.

Since 2018, there have been many courts-martial involving allegations of Article 120, UCMJ (rape, sexual assault, abusive sexual contact, etc.) onboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and near the Jacksonville, North Carolina area.

As a military defense attorney who frequently takes cases to contested courts-martial and is trained in the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) it is critical that you hire a military defense attorney who can effectively impeach your sexual assault accuser.