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Does bankruptcy affect security clearances?

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I assume it depends on who is conducting the security checks...

I know that where I used to work anyone with bankruptcy or large debts was considered an intelligence security risk, as they have increased susceptibility to financial compromise. That is, if you need money, then you are more of a risk than someone financially secure because you are more likely to accept bribes/inducements to hand over information.

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