ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010693
The evidence contained in the applicants service record indicates on 14 June 2012, 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-abuse of illegal drugs. On 14 June 2012, the separation authority waived further rehabilitation and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions. However, this contention is...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010711
The applicants service record shows that on 5 September 2012, the unit commander notified the applicant of initiation of separation action under the provisions of Chapter 13, AR 635-200, by reason of unsatisfactory performance for failing two Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT). However, after examining the applicants record of service, his military records, the documents and the issues submitted with the application, there are insufficient mitigating factors to merit an upgrade of the...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010713
IN THE CASE OF: Mr. BOARD DATE: 29 January 2014 CASE NUMBER: AR20130010713 ___________________________________________________________________________ Board Determination and Directed Action After carefully examining the applicants record of service during the period of enlistment under review and notwithstanding the examiners Discussion and Recommendation that follows, the Board noted that the government introduced a document into the discharge process revealing the applicant had...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010802
EVIDENCE OBTAINED FROM THE APPLICANT'S RECORD: DD Form 214. The applicant provided a copy of a DD Form 214, reflecting a separation date from active duty of 7 April 2003. 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.
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010844
Presiding Officer I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Department of the Army Discharge Review Board in this case. He completed 2 years, and 7 months of active duty service. On 6 February 2009, the separation authority directed the applicant be discharged under the provisions of AR 635-200, Chapter 14-12b, with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions.
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010870
IN THE CASE OF: Ms. BOARD DATE: 16 April 2014 CASE NUMBER: AR20130010870 ___________________________________________________________________________ Board Determination and Directed Action After carefully examining the applicants record of service during the period of enlistment under review, and notwithstanding the Discussion and Recommendation which follows, the Board determined the characterization was improper. Prior Board Review: No SUMMARY OF SERVICE: The applicant enlisted in the...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010874
PUC, NATOMDL s. Administrative Separation Board: No t. Performance Ratings: Yes u. Counseling Statements: None v. Prior Board Review: No SUMMARY OF SERVICE: The applicant enlisted in the Regular Army on 30 June 2005 for a period of 4 years. The DD Form 214 indicates the applicant was discharged under the provisions of AR 635-200, Chapter 4, for non-retention on active duty, with a characterization of service of honorable. Army Regulation 635-5-1 (Separation Program Designator (SPD) Codes)...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010881
EVIDENCE SUBMITTED BY THE APPLICANT: The applicant provided a self-authored statement and her DD Form 214 for service under current review. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7b, provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions. However, the Army Discharge Review Board would considered the applicant for a possible upgrade as instructed, in pertinent part, by Department of Defense Instruction 1332.28, which stipulates that a request for review...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010884
The applicant requests to upgrade his characterization of service from under other than honorable to general, under honorable conditions or honorable, and to change the narrative reason for his discharge. Discharge Received: Under Other Than Honorable Conditions c. Date of Discharge: 7 March 2007 d. Reason/Authority/SPD/RE Code: In Lieu of Trial by Court-Martial, AR 635-200, Chapter 10 e. Unit of assignment: HHC, 1st Bn, 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment Fort Benning, GA f. Current...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010895
A counseling statement, dated 11 September 2012, for failing to meet procurement medical fitness standards and that the medical condition existed prior to service. 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 on active duty, that the condition would have permanently or temporarily disqualified the Soldier for entry into the military service...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010919
The applicant was separated on 30 December 2011, under Army Regulation 635-200, Chapter 9, for alcohol rehabilitation failure, with an general, under honorable conditions discharge, a SPD code of JPD and a reentry code of 4. The applicants record contains a negative counseling statement, dated 19 September 2011 for receiving a DUI off base. However, eligibility for housing supportive program benefits for Veterans does not fall within the purview of the Army Discharge Review Board.
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010922
IN THE CASE OF: Mr. BOARD DATE: 21 March 2014 CASE NUMBER: AR20130010922 ___________________________________________________________________________ Board Determination and Directed Action After carefully examining the applicant's record of service during the period of enlistment under review and considering the Discussion and Recommendation which follows, the Board determined the discharge was both proper and equitable and voted to deny relief. On 28 August 2007, the separation authority...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010929
The evidence shows that on 18 October 2012, the unit commander notified the applicant of initiation of separation action under the provisions of Chapter 14, paragraph 14-12c(2), AR 635-200, for misconduct-abuse of illegal drugs, specifically for wrongfully using marijuana (120610-120710). On 19 October 2012, the separation authority waived further rehabilitation and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions. Army policy...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010935
Presiding Officer I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Department of the Army Discharge Review Board in this case. On 17 August 2012, the unit commander notified the applicant of initiation of separation action under Army Regulation 635-200, Chapter 14-12b, for a pattern of misconduct. EVIDENCE SUBMITTED BY THE APPLICANT: The applicant provided a DD Form 293 (Application for the Review of Discharge from the Armed Forces of the United...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010936
IN THE CASE OF: Mr. BOARD DATE: 7 February 2014 CASE NUMBER: AR20130010936 ___________________________________________________________________________ Board Determination and Directed Action After carefully examining the applicant's record of service during the period of enlistment under review and considering the Discussion and Recommendation which follows, the Board determined the discharge was both proper and equitable and voted to deny relief. The applicant contends his discharge is...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010960
IN THE CASE OF: Mr. BOARD DATE: 8 January 2014 CASE NUMBER: AR20130010960 ___________________________________________________________________________ Board Determination and Directed Action After carefully examining the applicants record of service during the period of enlistment under review and notwithstanding the examiners Discussion and Recommendation that follows, the Board determined that the applicant's length and quality of his service were not significantly meritorious to overcome...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010962
Prior Board Review: No SUMMARY OF SERVICE: The applicant enlisted in the Regular Army on 9 June 1997, for a period of 4 years after serving in the Army National Guard. He was 30 years old at the time of entry and a high school graduate. On 10 March 1999, the separation authority, waived further rehabilitation and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions under the provisions of AR 635-200, paragraph 14-12b, for pattern of...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010970
On 24 August 2010, the unit commander notified the applicant of his intent to process him for separation under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 14-12b, by reason of pattern of misconduct; specifically for: a. On 25 August 2010, the separation authority, waived further rehabilitation and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions. The fact that the Veterans Administration has granted the applicant a...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010973
On 25 March 2011, the separation authority directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service listed as uncharacterized. The characterization of service for Soldiers separated under this provision of the regulation will normally be honorable. However, after a careful review of the entire applicants military records, and the issues and document submitted with the application, there are insufficient mitigating factors to merit an upgrade of the applicant's discharge.
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010974
IN THE CASE OF: Mr. BOARD DATE: 11 April 2014 CASE NUMBER: AR20130010974 ___________________________________________________________________________ Board Determination and Directed Action After carefully examining the applicant's record of service during the period of enlistment under review, and considering the Discussion and Recommendation which follows, the Board determined the discharge was both proper and equitable and voted to deny relief. On 20 June 2011, The Adjutant General, Army...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010976
Prior Board Review: No SUMMARY OF SERVICE: The applicant enlisted in the Regular Army on 29 August 2011, for a period of 6 years and 16 weeks; however, the record reflects date entered active duty was adjusted to 17 November 2011, due to an AWOL period (120725-121011). Army Regulation 635-5-1 (Separation Program Designator (SPD) Codes) provides the specific authorities (regulatory or directive), reasons for separating Soldiers from active duty, and the SPD codes to be entered on the DD Form...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010978
IN THE CASE OF: Mr. BOARD DATE: 5 March 2014 CASE NUMBER: AR20130010978 ___________________________________________________________________________ Board Determination and Directed Action After carefully examining the applicants record of service during the period of enlistment under review and considering the Discussion and Recommendation which follows, the Board found no cause for clemency and voted to deny relief. The record shows that on 3 September 2009, the applicant was found guilty...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010980
IN THE CASE OF: Mr. BOARD DATE: 18 December 2013 CASE NUMBER: AR20130010980 ___________________________________________________________________________ Board Determination and Directed Action After carefully examining the applicant's record of service during the period of enlistment under review, and considering the Discussion and Recommendation which follows, the Board determined the discharge was both proper and equitable and voted to deny relief. The DD Form 214 indicates he was released...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010989
On 3 June 2008, the separation authority approved and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of under other than honorable conditions. The applicant's record shows he was confined as a result of the punishment imposed by the summary court martial for the period 16 May 2008 - 9 June 2008. The applicant contends that an upgrade of his discharge would allow him to receive support from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130010997
EVIDENCE SUBMITTED BY THE APPLICANT: The applicant provided DD Form 293 (Application for the Review of Discharge from the Armed Forces of the United States), dated 6 June 2013, and his DD 214, (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). A characterization of under honorable conditions may be issued only when the reason for the Soldiers separation specifically allows such characterization. The DD Form 214 also indicates the applicant was discharged under the provisions of...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011000
On 30 August 2010, the unit commander notified the applicant of initiation of separation action under Army Regulation 635-200, Chapter 14-5, section II, for misconduct, civil conviction. On 10 November 2010, the separation authority approved the waiver request and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of under other than honorable conditions. EVIDENCE SUBMITTED BY THE APPLICANT: The applicant provides in support of his application a DD Form 293 (Application...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011009
The evidence contained in the applicants service record indicates that on 20 June 2003, 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 misconduct. On 20 June 2003, the applicant consulted with legal counsel, was advised of the impact of the discharge action, waived consideration of his case by an administrative separation board, contingent upon him receiving a...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011019
On 6 February 2012, the unit commander notified the applicant of initiation of separation action under Army Regulation 635-200, Chapter 14-12c, misconduct (serious offense). On 28 February 2012, the separation authority waived further rehabilitation and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions. POST-SERVICE ACTIVITY: The applicant did not provide any in support of her application.
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011022
However, documents submitted by the applicant show that on 20 August 1998, the unit commander notified the applicant of initiation of separation action under the provisions of Chapter 11, paragraph 11-3b, AR 635-200, by reason of entry level performance and conduct because of her pregnancy. It states a separation will be described as entry-level with service uncharacterized if, at the time separation action is initiated, the Soldier has less than 180 days of continuous active duty service. ...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011024
Discharge Received: General, Under Honorable Conditions c. Date of Discharge: 28 May 2013 d. Reason/Authority/SPD/RE: Pattern of Misconduct, AR 635-200, Chapter 14 paragraph 14-12b, JKA, RE-3 e. Unit of assignment: E Co, 3rd Bn, 43rd ADA, 11th ADA Bde, Fort Bliss, TX f. Current Enlistment Date/Term: 14 February 2011, 4 years g. Current Enlistment Service: 2 years, 3 months, 10 days h. Total Service: 2 years, 3 months, 10 days i. On 14 May 2013, the separation authority waived further...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011033
The reason for this request is while he was serving, he made a bad decision that cost him his career in the military. On 23 March 2012, The separation authority waived further rehabilitation and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions. The record confirms the applicants discharge was appropriate because the quality of his service was not consistent with the Army's standards for acceptable personal conduct and performance...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011037
On 2 October 2012, the separation authority waived further rehabilitation and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions under the provisions of AR 635-200, paragraph 14-12c, for the commission of a serious offense. 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...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011046
The applicant was separated on 24 May 2009, under Army Regulation 635-200, Chapter 5-8, with an honorable discharge, an SPD code of JDG, and an RE code of 3. However, Soldiers being processed for separation are assigned reentry codes based on their service records or the reason for discharge. Recruiters can best advise a former service member as to the needs of the Army at the time, and are required to process waivers of reentry eligibility (RE) codes if appropriate.
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011051
On 10 November 2011, the separation authority approved the findings and recommendation of the administrative separation board and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of under other than honorable conditions. c. An Enlisted Record Brief (ERB), dated 6 May 2011. d. A discharge separation packet under the provisions of AR 635-200, Chapter 14-5a(2), conviction by civil court, initiated on 5 April 2011. e. DD Forms 256A, (Honorable Discharge Certificates), dated...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011055
The DD Form 214 indicates that on 4 April 2012, the applicant was discharged under the provisions of Chapter 14-12c, AR 635-200, for misconduct (serious offense), with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions. EVIDENCE SUBMITTED BY THE APPLICANT: The applicant provided the following in support of his application: a. DD Form 293 with a self-authored statement, dated 10 June 2013. b. DD Form 214, not authenticated by the applicant. POST-SERVICE ACTIVITY: The...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011074
Based on the above misconduct, the unit commander recommended an under other than honorable conditions discharge and informed the applicant of his rights. On 3 November 2010, the separation authority waived further rehabilitation and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of under other than honorable conditions discharge. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7b, provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions.
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011081
She was 19 years old at the time of entry and a high school graduate. The record shows that on 25 September 2012, 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 misconduct, for the following offenses: a. On 3 October 2012, the separation authority waived further rehabilitation and directed the applicants discharge with a characterization of service of general, under...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011091
IN THE CASE OF: Mr. BOARD DATE: 2 August 2013 CASE NUMBER: AR20130011091 ___________________________________________________________________________ Board Determination and Directed Action After carefully examining the applicant's record of service during the period of enlistment under review and considering the Discussion and Recommendation which follows, the Board determined the discharge was both proper and equitable and voted to deny relief. On 14 May 2009, the separation authority,...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011095
The evidence of record shows that on 1 June 2001, the unit commander notified the applicant of initiation of separation action under the provisions of Chapter 11, AR 635-200, by reason of entry level performance and conduct for being unable to adapt to military life, for having continued symptoms of anxiety, depression, and somatic symptoms. The applicant was separated from the Army on 12 June 2001, with an uncharacterized discharge. It states a separation will be described as entry-level...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011100
IN THE CASE OF: Ms. BOARD DATE: 28 February 2014 CASE NUMBER: AR20130011100 ___________________________________________________________________________ Board Determination and Directed Action After carefully examining the applicant's record of service during the period of enlistment under review, and considering the Discussion and Recommendation which follows, the Board determined the discharge was both proper and equitable and voted to deny relief. The unit commander recommended an...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011102
Prior Board Review: No SUMMARY OF SERVICE: The applicant enlisted in the Regular Army on 9 February 2006, for a period of 4 years and 19 weeks. The DD Form 214 indicates that on 23 July 2012, the applicant was discharged under the provisions of Chapter 14, AR 635-200, for misconduct (drug abuse), with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions. The DD Form 214 also indicates the applicant was discharged under the provisions of Chapter 14, AR 635-200, paragraph...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011103
IN THE CASE OF: Mr. BOARD DATE: 28 February 2014 CASE NUMBER: AR20130011103 ___________________________________________________________________________ Board Determination and Directed Action After carefully examining the applicant's record of service during the period of enlistment under review, and considering the Discussion and Recommendation which follows, the Board determined the discharge was both proper and equitable and voted to deny relief. Prior Board Review: No SUMMARY OF...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011122
On 27 April 2009, 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 record confirms that the applicants discharge was appropriate because the quality of his service was...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011133
Discharge Received: Under Other Than Honorable Conditions c. Date of Discharge: 3 March 2000 d. Reason/Authority/SPD/RE Code: In Lieu of Trial by Court-Martial, AR 635-200 Chapter 10, KFS, RE-4 e. Unit of assignment: 1st AG Replacement, Yongsan Transition Center, Korea f. Current Enlistment Date/Term: 29 May 1997, NIF g. Current Enlistment Service: 2 years, 9 months, 23 days h. Total Service: 6 years, 7 months, 4 days i. POST-SERVICE ACTIVITY: The applicant did not provide any in support of...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011139
On 4 October 1999, the unit commander notified the applicant of his intent to process him for separation under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 14-12b, by reason of pattern of misconduct; specifically for: a. being convicted by a summary court-martial for disobeying a lawful order, two counts of disobeying a lawful general regulation, being drunk on duty, and wrongful previous overindulgence b. receiving a Company Grade Article 15 for larceny c. receiving a Field Grade...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011165
EVIDENCE SUBMITTED BY THE APPLICANT: The applicant provided a DD Form 293 (Application for the Review of Discharge from the Armed Forces of the United States), dated 6 June 2013, an undated self-authored statement, a DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), a memorandum, dated 1 September 2012, from the United States Army Trial Defense Service, Fort Carson, four letters of support, and a letter to Congressman Jackie Speier, dated 24 October 2012, from MG...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011167
The applicant requests an upgrade to his uncharacterized discharge to honorable. EVIDENCE OBTAINED FROM THE APPLICANT'S RECORD: DA Form 4707 (Entrance Physical Standards Board (EPSBD) Proceedings), dated 15 May 2013, diagnosing the applicant with hereditary periph neuropathy with liability to pressure palsies and recommended he be separated from military service. The characterization of service for Soldiers separated under this provision of the regulation will normally be honorable.
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011169
IN THE CASE OF: Mr. BOARD DATE: 26 February 2014 CASE NUMBER: AR20130011169 ___________________________________________________________________________ Board Determination and Directed Action After carefully examining the applicants record of service during the period of enlistment under review, and considering the Discussion and Recommendation which follows, the Board determined the characterization of service was too harsh based on the length and quality of the applicant's service, to...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011170
Prior Board Review: No SUMMARY OF SERVICE: The applicant's record shows he enlisted in the Regular Army on 20 September 2005, for a period of 3 years. On 5 September 2008, the applicant consulted with legal counsel, was advised of the impact of the discharge action, voluntarily waived consideration of his case by an administrative separation board contingent upon him receiving a characterization of service no less favorable than a general, under honorable conditions discharge and did not...
ARMY | DRB | CY2013 | AR20130011172
IN THE CASE OF: Mr. BOARD DATE: 28 February 2014 CASE NUMBER: AR20130011172 ___________________________________________________________________________ Board Determination and Directed Action After carefully examining the applicant's record of service during the period of enlistment under review, and considering the Discussion and Recommendation which follows, the Board determined the discharge was both proper and equitable and voted to deny relief. Based on the above misconduct the unit...