What is a potential action an applicant can take after receiving their SOR package?

Upon receiving a Statement of Reasons (SOR) package, one potential action that an applicant can take is to request the information used to prepare the SOR. This step is vital as it allows the applicant to understand the specific reasons for concerns identified during their security clearance investigation. Accessing this information is essential for the individual to address the concerns raised effectively, as it enables them to provide relevant context, clarify misunderstandings, or present evidence that might help counter the negative findings.

This request for information is part of the due process that applicants are afforded, allowing them a chance to respond to the allegations or concerns raised regarding their suitability for a security clearance. Without this knowledge, an applicant would be at a disadvantage when attempting to challenge or mitigate the findings in the SOR.

Other choices do not offer the same proactive approach to resolving the issues within the SOR. Complaining to a higher authority may not address the root concerns laid out in the SOR, and preparing a legal defense, while it could be a response in certain circumstances, usually comes later in the process and may not be necessary or appropriate initially. Additionally, "None of the above" would not apply since there is indeed a concrete and constructive action available.