Two things:
First, a concern that's come up is during my initial interview, I told my recruiter that I had experimented, twice, with steroids. Now, if you looked at me you never would've thought it. I'm 5'9 160lbs and in great shape, but by no means a meathead. He basically told me that he'd forget that I even mentioned it and that I shouldn't mention it again.
If I were to hide that, that kind of thing would eventually come out, esp. if I go Intel and need a Top Secret Security Clearance. I have to make it known that I've done that and if I'm DQ'd, then I'm DQ'd. Am I right?
Second, can anyone tell me if minor (less than 5 times) Marijuana use and experimentation with steroids can be waivered? Will that DQ me for Intel? Or as an officer completely? I know people get waivers for felony charges so I can't imagine I couldn't get a waiver for this, but it's still a concern.
First, a concern that's come up is during my initial interview, I told my recruiter that I had experimented, twice, with steroids. Now, if you looked at me you never would've thought it. I'm 5'9 160lbs and in great shape, but by no means a meathead. He basically told me that he'd forget that I even mentioned it and that I shouldn't mention it again.
If I were to hide that, that kind of thing would eventually come out, esp. if I go Intel and need a Top Secret Security Clearance. I have to make it known that I've done that and if I'm DQ'd, then I'm DQ'd. Am I right?
Second, can anyone tell me if minor (less than 5 times) Marijuana use and experimentation with steroids can be waivered? Will that DQ me for Intel? Or as an officer completely? I know people get waivers for felony charges so I can't imagine I couldn't get a waiver for this, but it's still a concern.