ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120001179
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120001306
Applicant Name: ????? The intermediate commander reviewed the Chapter 10 request and recommended approval with an under other than honorable conditions discharge. Chapter 10 of that regulation provides, in pertinent part, that a member who has committed an offense or offenses for which the authorized punishment includes a punitive discharge may submit a request for a discharge for the good of the Service in lieu of trial by court-martial.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120001348
Applicant Name: ????? Applicant Request: Upgrade Reason Change RE Code Change Issues: The applicant states, in effect, that he requests his discharge be upgraded to general, under honorable conditions with an RE code of "3" so he can rejoin the military. The analyst also noted the applicant's request to change his RE code; however, Soldiers being processed for separation are assigned reentry (RE) codes based on their service records or the reason for discharge.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120001367
When he returned from Iraq, his mood changed and he became a different person who made a few mistakes. The DD Form 214 indicates the applicant was discharged under the provisions of Chapter 14, AR 635-200, paragraph 14-12c by reason of misconduct (serious offense), with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions. Yes No Counsel: None Witnesses/Observers: Spouse Exhibits Submitted: DD Form 293, dated 27 January 2011; DD Form 214 for service under current review; VA...
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120001372
Applicant Name: ????? Facts and Circumstances: The evidence of record shows that on 9 April 2001, the unit commander notified the applicant of initiation of separation action under the provisions of Chapter 14, paragraph 14-12c, AR 635-200, by reason of commission of a serious offense for being convicted of using a controlled substance, with a general, under honorable conditions discharge. On 18 April 2001, the separation authority waived further rehabilitation and directed the applicants...
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120001375
Applicant Name: ????? On 16 May 2002, the separation authority approved the Chapter 10 request and directed the discharge with a characterization of service of under other than honorable conditions. The applicant also contends his misconduct was a single incident.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120001401
Applicant Name: ????? The reasons for separation, including the specific circumstances that form the basis for the discharge are considered on the issue of characterization. There is no evidence in the record, nor has the applicant produced any evidence, to support a change to the characterization of service granted.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120001457
Applicant Name: ????? On 12 March 2007, the separation authority waived further rehabilitative efforts and directed that the applicant be discharged with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions. The narrative reason specified by Army Regulations for a discharge under this paragraph is "Misconduct Drug Abuse and the separation code is "JKK" with a reentry eligibility (RE) code "4."
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120001560
Applicant Name: ????? On 11 March 2011, the applicant consulted with legal counsel, was advised of the impact of the discharge action, and did not submit a statement in his own behalf. On 18 March 2011, the separation authority waived further rehabilitation and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120001572
By abusing illegal drugs, the applicant knowingly risked a military career and diminished the quality of service below that meriting a fully honorable discharge. The applicable Army regulation states that there are circumstances in which the conduct or performance of duty reflected by a single incident provides the basis for a characterization. Therefore, the analyst determined the reason for discharge and the characterization of service were both proper and equitable and recommends to the...
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120001634
Applicant Name: ????? On 10 February 2004, the applicant consulted with legal counsel, was advised of the impact of the discharge action, conditionally waived her right to an administrative separation board even though she was not entitled to one, and did not submit a statement in her own behalf. The applicant had many legitimate avenues through which to obtain assistance or relief, without committing the misconduct, which led to the separation action under review.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120001711
Applicant Name: ????? The intermediate commander reviewed the proposed discharge action and recommended approval of the separation action with a general, under honorable conditions discharge. On 25 May 2007, the separation authority waived further rehabilitation and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120001759
The analyst acknowledges the applicant's in service accomplishments which included service in Bosnia and Kosovo as stated in his application. Board Discussion, Determination, and Recommendation After carefully examining the applicants record of service during the period of enlistment under review, hearing his testimony and considering the analysts recommendation and rationale, the Board determined that the characterization of service was too harsh and clemency is warranted based on the...
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120001770
Applicant Name: ????? Applicant Request: Upgrade Reason Change RE Code Change Issues: The applicant states, in effect, he is requesting an upgrade for health care benefits from the Veterans Affairs Office. The DD Form 214 indicates the applicant was discharged under the provisions of Chapter 10, AR 635-200, for the good of the Service in lieu of trial by court-martial with a characterization of service of under other than honorable conditions.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120001775
Applicant Name: ????? The DD Form 214 indicates the applicant was discharged under the provisions of Chapter 10, AR 635-200, for the good of the Service, in lieu of trial by court-martial with a characterization of service of under other than honorable conditions. Board Action Directed Issue a new DD Form 214 Change Characterization to: Change Reason to: NA Other: NA RE Code: Grade Restoration: No Yes Grade: NA XI.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120001780
Applicant Name: ????? Facts and Circumstances: The evidence of record shows that on 16 February 2010, the unit commander notified the applicant of initiation of separation action under the provisions of Chapter 14, paragraph 14-12c, AR 635-200, by reason of misconductcommission of a serious offense for wrongfully using illegal drugs, he tested positive for cocaine and marijuana at a unit urinalysis (090911) for which he received a field grade Article 15, with a general, under honorable...
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120001787
Facts and Circumstances: The evidence of record shows, that on 9 May 2011, the unit commander notified the applicant of initiation of separation action under the provisions of Chapter 18, AR 635-200, by reason of failure to make satisfactory progress while enrolled in the Army Weight Control Program, for failing to meet body fat standards and not being in compliance after two consecutive months of weigh-ins, with an honorable characterization of service. On 1 June 2011, the separation...
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120001938
Applicant Name: ????? He was never put on medication nor was he recommended to start counseling afterwards. The evidence of record shows the applicant was discharged under the provisions of Chapter 5, paragraph 5-13, AR 635-200, by reason of a personality disorder, with an uncharacterized separation of service and a reentry eligibility (RE) code of "3."
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120002245
Applicant Name: ????? On 17 November 2011, the separation authority signature appears on the DA Form 4707 which the applicant submitted; however, block 29 which shows whether the action by the separation authority directed the applicants discharge or retention on active duty appears to be blank. A medical proceeding, regardless of the date completed, must establish that a medical condition was identified by appropriate medical authority within six months of the Soldiers initial entrance...
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120002261
Facts and Circumstances: The evidence of record shows that on 10 March 2004, the unit commander notified the applicant of initiation of separation action under the provisions of Chapter 5, paragraph 5-17, AR 635-200, by reason of physical condition, not a disability for being diagnosed by competent medical authority with having bilateral knee and ankle joints, with an honorable discharge. The unit commander subsequently recommended separation under provisions of AR 635-200, Chapter 5,...
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120002267
Applicant Name: ????? The reasons for separation, including the specific circumstances that form the basis for the discharge are considered on the issue of characterization. However, the record does contain a properly constituted Order, which indicates that the applicant was discharged from the Army Reserve, effective 7 May 2007, with an under other than honorable conditions discharge.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120002272
On 11 April 2011, an Entrance Physical Standards Board (EPSBD), diagnosed the applicant with a medical condition that made him unfit to perform his military duties and recommended that he be discharged from the Army due to a disqualifying condition that was symptomatic medial or lateral meniscus injury. Army Regulations stipulate that the service of any individual who has more than 180 days of continuous active duty at the time of his discharge from active duty will be characterized unless...
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120002277
On 6 December 2007, the separation authority waived further rehabilitation and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions. The applicable Army regulation states that there are circumstances in which the conduct or performance of duty reflected by a single incident or more provides the basis for a characterization. These incidents of misconduct of abusing illegal drugs and wrongful appropriation clearly diminished the quality...
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120002295
Applicant Name: ????? Application Receipt Date: 2012/01/23 Prior Review: Prior Review Date: NA I. The applicable Army regulation states that there are circumstances in which the conduct or performance of duty reflected by a single incident provides the basis for a characterization.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120002300
Applicant Name: ????? The intermediate commander reviewed the proposed action and recommended approval of the separation with a general, under honorable conditions discharge. The applicable Army regulation states that there are circumstances in which the conduct or performance of duty reflected by a single incident provides the basis for a characterization.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120002303
Applicant Name: ????? On 23 January 2008, the separation authority waived further rehabilitation and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions. The narrative reason specified by Army Regulations for a discharge under this paragraph is "Misconduct (Drug Abuse)", and the separation code is "JKK."
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120002305
Applicant Name: ????? The intermediate commander reviewed the proposed action and recommended approval of the separation with a general, under honorable conditions discharge. By abusing illegal drugs, the applicant knowingly risked a military career and diminished the quality of his service below that meriting a fully honorable discharge.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120002316
Facts and Circumstances: The evidence of record shows that on 21 April 2011, the unit commander notified the applicant of initiation of separation action under the provisions of Chapter 14, paragraph 14-12b, AR 635-200, by reason of pattern of misconductfor failure to report for duty at prescribed time x 2; dereliction of duty; and drunk of duty, with a general, under honorable conditions discharge. There is no evidence that the applicant was any less mature than other Soldiers of the same...
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120002373
Applicant Name: ????? Applicant Request: Upgrade Reason Change RE Code Change Issues: The applicant states, in effect, that she is requesting an upgrade, because she feels, while in the military, she experienced all her ups and downs, battles within herself, depression and such and the military has now recognized that these issues were afflicted while in the military. c. Response to Issues, Recommendation and Rationale: After carefully examining the applicants record of service during the...
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120002388
Facts and Circumstances: The evidence of record shows that on 31 January 2011, the unit commander notified the applicant of initiation of separation action under the provisions of Chapter 14, paragraph 14-12c, AR 635-200, by reason of misconduct- commission of a serious offense for wrongfully possessing marijuana, and for being drunk and disorderly (100501), with a general, under honorable conditions discharge. On 10 February 2011, the separation authority waived further rehabilitative...
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120002537
Applicant Name: ????? While the applicant's misconduct is not condoned, the analyst determined that the overall length and quality of the applicant's service, to include the combat service, and the supporting independent medical documents; to include his medical care while on active duty, mitigated the discrediting entries in the service record. Board Discussion, Determination, and Recommendation After carefully examining the applicants record of service during the period of enlistment...
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120002757
Applicant Name: ????? On 7 May 2008, the separation authority waived further rehabilitation and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions. The narrative reason specified by Army Regulations for a discharge under this paragraph is "Misconduct (Drug Abuse) and the separation code is "JKK."
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120002774
On 20 November 2009, the Deputy Assistant Secretary (Army Review Boards), based on the DA, Ad Hoc Review Board's review of the resignation in lieu of elimination tendered by the the applicant, accepted the applicant's resignation and directed that the applicants discharge with an Honorable characterization of service. c. Response to Issues, Recommendation and Rationale: After a careful review of the entire applicants military records, and the issues and documents he submitted, the analyst...
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120002785
Applicant Name: ????? Facts and Circumstances: The evidence of record shows that on 12 January 2011, the unit commander notified the applicant of initiation of separation action under the provisions of Chapter 14, paragraph 14-12c, AR 635-200, by reason of misconductcommission of a serious offense for failing to report to his appointed place of duty on divers occasions between (090710 and 090716)' wrongfully using marijuana (100414), and absent without leave (AWOL) (100714-101025), with a...
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120002833
The reasons for separation, including the specific circumstances that form the basis for the discharge are considered on the issue of characterization. Although all the facts and circumstances pertaining to the applicants discharge are not contained in the available records and the analyst presumed government regularity in the discharge process, the available record does show periods during which the applicant was credited with attending drills and/or inactive duty training. The...
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120002846
Facts and Circumstances: The evidence of record shows on 22 June 2010, the unit commander notified the applicant of initiation of separation action under the provisions of Chapter 14, paragraph 14-12c, AR 635-200, by reason of commission of a commission of a serious offense for receiving a Company Grade Article for 15 being disrespectful in language toward a superior noncommissioned officer (100106); receiving a vacation of suspension for assaulting a military policeman (100316); receiving a...
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120002980
Facts and Circumstances: The evidence of record shows that on 12 April 2011, the unit commander notified the applicant of initiation of separation action under the provisions of Chapter 14, paragraph 14-12c(2), AR 635-200, by reason of misconduct-commission of a serious offense for abuse of illegal drugs "tested positive for D-amphetamines," with a general, under honorable conditions discharge. On 25 May 2011, the separation authority approved the recommendation of the administrative...
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120002992
The unit commander recommended approval of the Chapter 10 request with an under other than honorable conditions discharge. On 9 July 2002, the separation authority approved the Chapter 10 request and directed the discharge with a characterization of service of under other than honorable conditions. Therefore, the analyst determined that the reason for discharge and the characterization of service were both proper and equitable and recommends to the Board to deny relief.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120003070
On 19 June 2007, the separation authority waived further rehabilitation and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions. However, the separation authority approved the applicant's discharge under the provisions of Chapter 14, paragraph 14-12b, AR 635-200, with a characterization of service of "General, Under Honorable Conditions." Board Action Directed Issue a new DD Form 214 Change Characterization to: Change Reason to:...
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120003084
Applicant Name: ????? On 4 January 2009, the separation authority approved the separation action and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of honorable. The analyst also noted the applicant's issue concerning the completion of his first term of service; however, the correction the applicant requests to be made to the DD Form 214, does not fall within the purview of this Board.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120003089
Applicant Name: ????? The characterization of service for Soldiers separated under this provision of the regulation will normally be honorable. Army Regulation 635-200 states that a Soldier is in an entry-level status if the Soldier has not completed more than 180 days of creditable continuous active duty prior to the initiation of separation action.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120003123
Applicant Name: ????? On 26 May 2009, the separation authority waived further rehabilitation and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions. Legal Basis for Separation: Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120003133
Applicant Name: ????? On 30 March 2006, the separation authority approved the discharge with an under other than honorable conditions discharge. It is also noted that the characterization of service for this type of discharge is normally under other than honorable conditions and the applicant was aware of it prior to requesting discharge.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120003143
Applicant Name: ????? The characterization of service for Soldiers separated under this provision of the regulation will normally be honorable. Army Regulation 635-200 states that a Soldier is in an entry-level status if the Soldier has not completed more than 180 days of creditable continuous active duty prior to the initiation of separation action.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120003144
Applicant Name: ????? Applicant Request: Upgrade Reason Change RE Code Change Issues: The applicant states, in effect, that the discharge he received was based on two separate incidents during his 25 months of active duty in the US Army. On 18 June 2007, the separation authority waived further rehabilitative efforts and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120003148
Discharge Under Review Unit CDR Recommended Discharge: Date: NIF Discharge Received: Date: 020109 Chapter: 10 AR: 635-200 Reason: In Lieu of Trial by Court-Martial RE: SPD: KFS Unit/Location: HHC1/33d AR Bn, Fort Lewis, WA Time Lost: AWOL x 1 for 374 days (000314-010409), surrendered. Chapter 10 of that regulation provides, in pertinent part, that a member who has committed an offense or offenses for which the authorized punishment includes a punitive discharge may submit a request for a...
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120003149
Applicant Name: ????? On 16 August 2011, the separation authority directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions. The analyst noted the applicant's issue of changing the narrative reason for her separation and reentry eligibility (RE) code.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120003196
Applicant Name: ????? The intermediate commander reviewed the proposed discharge action and recommended approval of the separation action with a general, under honorable conditions discharge. On 2 November 2011, the separation authority waived further rehabilitative efforts and directed the applicant be discharged with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120003221
On 29 June 2007, the separation authority waived further rehabilitation and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions. Army policy states that an under other than honorable conditions discharge is normally considered appropriate; however, a general, under honorable conditions or an honorable discharge may be granted. The applicant submitted two documents in support of the personal appearance hearing.
ARMY | DRB | CY2012 | AR20120003270
Applicant Name: ????? On 15 July 2011, the separation authority waived further rehabilitation and directed that the applicant be discharged with an honorable characterization of service. However, the applicant was separated under the provisions of Chapter 13, AR 635-200 with an honorable discharge.