USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00034
I am requesting that my discharge be upgraded from a General Discharge to a Honorable Discharge. Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the applicant, was considered:Copy of DD Form 214 PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: None Inactive: USMCR(J) 950118 - 950807 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 950808 Date of Discharge: 990807 Length of...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00035
(Equity Issue) Pursuant to 10 USC 874(b) (UCMJ, Article 74) and in accordance with SECNAVINST 5420.174C, enclosure (1), paragraphs 2.24 and 9.3, this former member requests the Board's clemency relief with up-grade to his characterization of service to under honorable conditions on the basis of his post-service conduct. Period of Service Under Review :APPLICANT'S temporary service record incomplete.Date of Enlistment: 880308 Date of Discharge: 920513 (Applicant states discharge date as...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00036
MD01-00036 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 000927, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable or general/under honorable conditions. Documentation Only the applicant's service and medical records were reviewed, as the applicant did not provide additional documentation for the Board to consider. At this time the applicant has not provided sufficient documentation of good character and conduct.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00054
In the acknowledgement letter to the applicant, the applicant was informed that the Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB) first conducts a documentary review prior to any personal appearance hearing. After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, the Board found that the discharge was proper and equitable (C and D).In response to the applicant’s issue, the Board understands the applicant made a “foolish mistake”, however, the...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00055
Decision A documentary discharge review was conducted in Washington, D.C. on 010615. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION After a review of the Former Service Members (FSM) DD Form 293 Application for the Review of Discharge or Dismissal from the Armed Forces of the United States and all of the evidence assembled for review, and continue to support the FSM's request for an upgrade of his Other Than Honorable discharge to a general Under Honorable Conditions, or Honorable.The above...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00057
In the acknowledgement letter to the applicant, he was informed that the Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB) first conducts a documentary review prior to any personal appearance hearing. 970320: Commanding officer recommended discharge with an uncharacterized service for the convenience of the government due to a personality disorder, based upon a diagnosed personality disorder. The applicant can provide additional documentation to support any claims of post-service accomplishments at that time.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00073
In view of your counseling entry on 891018 in addition to your recent performance and this violation of the UCMJ, I am vacating your forfeiture awarded on 890622, of $600.00 pay per month for 2 months] Necessary corrective actions explained, sources of assistance provided, disciplinary and discharge warning issued. On 890622, you received NJP violation of article 86, UCMJ (Failure to be at appointed place of duty). After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00074
The applicant requested a documentary record discharge review. 980226: NJP for violation of UCMJ, Article 92: Failed to obey a order given by LtCol S____, Commanding Officer, to remain in barracks until the next work day. The NDRB is authorized to consider outstanding post-service conduct, to the extent that such matters provide a basis for a more thorough understanding of the applicant’s performance and conduct during the period of service under review.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00075
960206: SSPCMO: Article 71c, UCMJ, having been complied with, Bad Conduct discharge ordered executed. PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The applicant was discharged on 960208 with a bad conduct discharge which was the sentence adjudged by a properly constituted special court martial that was determined to be legal and proper, affirmed in the legal chain of review and executed (A and B). The NDRB is authorized to consider outstanding post-service...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00076
The applicant requested a documentary record discharge review. I have since then been diagnosed as not having a personality disorder. Accordingly, partial relief is granted.The Board carefully considered the applicant’s request for an upgrade to Honorable by reason of Convenience of the Government, and found that other than his diagnosis of Personality disorder with suicidal ideation, the applicant had no adverse marks in his service record.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00093
MD01-00093 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 001023, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to Honorable or General/under Honorable conditions. PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The applicant was discharged on 851004 under conditions Other Than Honorable in lieu of trial by court-martial (A). PART IV - INFORMATION FOR THE APPLICANT If you believe that the decision in your case is...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00094
PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION 910918: GCMCA [Commanding General] directed the applicant's discharge under other than honorable conditions by reason of misconduct due to minor disciplinary infractions. After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, the Board found that the discharge was proper and equitable (D and E).In the applicant’s issues 1-3, the Board found that although the applicant may have received...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00099
MD01-00099 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 001024, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. The Board found that the applicant’s characterization of service was awarded based on the applicant’s conduct while on active duty, and not on his mother’s medical condition. The applicant can provide additional documentation to support any claims of post-service accomplishments at that time.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00102
MD01-00102 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 001024, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to Honorable. PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The applicant was discharged on 000114 with Uncharacterized service due to Entry Level Performance and Conduct (A). The applicant states he received an Uncharacterized discharge due to personality disorder, then a DD-215 was issued, changing the...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00114
MD01-00114 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 001030, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable or general/under honorable conditions. In the applicant’s issues 1 through 3, the Board found that although the applicant may have gotten a divorce, straightened out his financial problems and went back to school, this was not enough to upgrade his discharge to honorable. At this time, the applicant has not provided...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00115
MD01-00115 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 001031, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. The results of this action was that I arrived at work 55 minutes late. The NDRB is authorized to consider outstanding post-service conduct, to the extent that such matters provide a basis for a more thorough understanding of the applicant’s performance and conduct during the period of service under review.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00122
MD01-00122 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 001102, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. He would try to intimidate me in the shop everyday, by forcing respect from me, so the Marine sergeant requested that I be on this operation with him. At this time the applicant has not provided sufficient documentation of good character and conduct.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00123
MD01-00123 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 001102, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. 990622: GCMCA [CG, MCRD, San Diego, CA] directed the applicant's uncharacterized discharge by reason of defective enlistment and induction - erroneous due to Rhabdomyolysis. After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, the Board found that the discharge...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00124
MD01-00124 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 001102, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. 880114: Counseled for deficiencies in performance and conduct [conduct unbecoming a Marine failure to adhere to Marine Corps Regulations] Necessary corrective actions explained, sources of assistance provided, disciplinary and discharge warning issued. Request discharge on EAS.900814: Extended enlistment for 12...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00127
Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the applicant, was considered:American Legion's memo of 16 Apr 2001 Copy of DD Form 214 25 pages from medical and service record PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: None Inactive: None Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 990714 Date of Discharge: 991202 Length of Service (years, months, days):Active: 00 04...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00128
PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The applicant was discharged on 990723 with an entry level separation (uncharacterized) for convenience of the government due to a personality disorder (A and B). After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, the Board found that the discharge was proper and equitable (D and E).In the applicant’s issue 1, the Board informs the applicant that “failure to...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00129
After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, the Board found that the discharge was proper and equitable (D and E).In the applicant’s issues, his counsel argued as justification for an upgrade that the applicant was discharged seven months after his release from confinement imposed by a Special Court-martial, and that this release was unfair as the applicant at that time had only three months remaining to complete his enlistment....
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00134
Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the applicant, was considered:Copy of DD Form 214 PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: None Inactive: USMCR(J) 950522 - 951010 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 951011 Date of Discharge: 990715 Length of Service (years, months, days):Active: 03 09 05 Inactive: None PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00139
970221: Applicant assigned to weight control program due to determination to be overweight and are directed to meet the following weight reduction goal: 45 pounds per month. 970225: Weight: 222, Body Fat: 29.9% 970303: Weight: 220, Body Fat: 29.9% 970311: Applicant informed eligible but not recommended for promotion to Corporal due to assignment to weight control IAW MCO P1400.3 paragraph 3F through 3N. 971209 Applicant notified of intended recommendation for discharge with a General...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00146
MD01-00146 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 001115, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. Necessary corrective actions explained, sources of assistance provided, disciplinary and discharge warning issued.920406: Applicant notified of intended recommendation for discharge under honorable conditions (general) for the convenience of the government due to a personality disorder, based upon a diagnosed...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00147
Relief is therefore denied.The applicant also appealed for relief based on post-service conduct, however, failed to provide any proof or documentation of credible service to the community. The applicant provided the Board only a copy of his DD-214. At this time the applicant has not provided sufficient documentation of good character and conduct.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00156
MD01-00156 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 001120, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, the Board found that the discharge was proper and equitable (D and E).The applicant’s issues 1-5 state: “Incompetent Representation. The record clearly documents a pattern of misconduct in the applicant’s enlistment.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00158
MD01-00158 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 001121, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to Honorable. 940830: Applicant's counsel submitted a letter to the commanding general requesting that the applicant's request for separation in lieu of trial by courts-martial be approved and that characterization of service be under Honorable conditions (General). You should read Enclosure (5) of the Directive before submitting...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00179
Decision A documentary discharge review was conducted in Washington, D.C. on 010822. Additionally, on May 2, 1996 the United States Navy provided a records review and denial of an upgrade, informing the FSM that he could re-apply to the Discharge Review Board at a later time with new and material evidence. 940127: Applicant notified of intended recommendation for discharge under other than honorable conditions by reason of misconduct due to the commission of a serious...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00188
PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION [Concerning your Bad Conduct Discharge awarded at a Special Court-Martial on 970701. It is noted that for the same violation you were sentenced to a Bad Conduct Discharge at a Special Court-Martial on 970701 which was suspended for a period of 12 months.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00197
After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, NDRB discerned no impropriety or inequity in the characterization of the applicant’s service. After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, the Board found that the discharge was proper and equitable (D and E). The applicant introduced no decisional issues for consideration by the Board.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00200
MD01-00200 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 001205, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION Relief is not warranted.The Board found the applicant’s “Letter of Request for Reduction in Rank to E-3” a non decisional issue.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00201
MD01-00201 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 001205, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. The applicant requested a documentary record discharge review. The record shows the applicant was UA from the Marine Corps over 12 years.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00217
After a review of the Former Service Members (FSM) DD Form 293 Application for the Review of Discharge or Dismissal from the Armed Forces of the United States and all of the evidence assembled for review, we continue to note the request of the appealant of an upgrade of his Other Than Honorable discharge to that of Honorable.A review of the record reflects that the FSM entered military service on June 24, 1997, with participation in the United States Marine Corp., and was effectively...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00218
MD01-00218 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 001211, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, the Board found that the discharge was proper and equitable (D and E).The applicant’s first issue states: “(Equity Issue) This former member avers that his character of service is too...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00219
After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, the Board found that the discharge was proper and equitable (D and E).The applicant’s first issue states: “My discharge under other than honorable conditions was undeserved because it was based on one isolated incident within 39 months of service with no other adverse actions.” The NDRB reviewed the applicant’s service record and found the negative aspects of the applicant’s service...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00225
In the acknowledgement letter to the applicant, he was informed that the Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB) first conducts a documentary review prior to any personal appearance hearing. Decision A documentary discharge review was conducted in Washington, D.C. on 010808. Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the applicant, was considered:None PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00226
MD01-00226 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 001212, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions and the reason for the discharge be changed to convenience of government hardship. In determining whether a case merits a change based on post-service conduct, the NDRB considers the length of service, length of time since discharge, the applicant's record of community service, employment,...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00227
I've served 11 years 9 months and 28 days of active service and was discharged with a Bad conduct discharge as a result of a Special Court Martial for a violation of Article 114A of the uniform code of Military Justice. Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the applicant, was considered:Copy of DD Form 214 (2 copies) Discharge Upgrading Questionnaire (10 pages) PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00234
I knew and tried to explain to my unit that if I was transferred I would never get to see my son again. Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the applicant, was considered:Circuit Court, Fifth Judicial Circuit, Lake County, Florida Final Judgment dtd 20 Jul 2000 Visitation ScheduleCopy of DD Form 214 PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: None Inactive:...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00254
After a thorough review of the records, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, the Board found that the discharge was proper and equitable (D and E).In response to the applicant’s issue, there is no law or regulation that provides for the upgrade of an unfavorable discharge based solely on the passage of time or good conduct in the civilian life subsequent to leaving the Service. At this time, even though the applicant states that he has a job, his own place, etc., he has not...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00255
Mbr admitted that one of the routine activities they do in their get-togethers is to use marijuana. Pt does not want admission to hospital nor think it is indicated as pt does not appear to be an eminent treat to self or others. After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, the Board found that the discharge was neither proper nor equitable (D and E).In reviewing the record, the Board noted both the applicant’s enlistment waiver...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00256
MD01-00256 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 001228, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. Sincerily Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the applicant, was considered:Copy of DD Form 214Copy of marriage licenseCopy of son's birth certificate Copy of drug screen from North Mississippi Health Services dated November 27,...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00257
After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, the Board found, in a three to two decision, that the discharge was proper and equitable (D and E).The applicant introduced no decisional issues for consideration by the Board. Additionally, the applicant was arrested three times for DUI during this period of enlistment, and those alcohol-related offenses were the subject of several adverse counseling entries. In determining whether...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00258
MD01-00258 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 001227, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. Major Depressive Disorder - see Document 3 - Dr. A_. : Pt very depressed.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00276
Regards, (P_ B_ (Applicant)) Appealed on 860828 but denied.860821: Counseled for deficiencies in performance and conduct [poor attitude as shown by continual questioning of authority lack of initiative and professional misconduct reflect in exaggeration of excuses and statement made by you]. At this time, the applicant has not provided any documentation of good character and conduct.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00277
MD01-00277 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 010103, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. In response to the applicant’s issue, the Board found nothing in the records, nor did the applicant provide anything to indicate or to show that there exists an error of fact, law, procedure, or discretion associated with his discharge at the time of its issuance, and that his rights were...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00279
PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the applicant, was considered:Copy of DD Form 214 PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: None Inactive: USMCR(J) 880210 - 880712 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 880713 Date of Discharge: 931018 Length of Service (years, months, days):Active: 05 03 06 (Doesn't...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00289
Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the applicant, was considered:Copy of DD Form 214 Letter from Colonel date August 4, 1999Letter from Commanding Officer dated August 2, 1999 Letter from Commander dated August 17, 2000 PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: None Inactive: USMCR(J) 960628 - 960909 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 960910 Date...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00290
MD01-00290 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 010111, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. The Board will not grant relief on this basis. At this time the applicant has not provided sufficient documentation of good character and conduct.