USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00806
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY NAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEWDECISIONAL DOCUMENT ex-Pvt, USMC Docket No. The Manual for Courts-Martial authorizes the award of a punitive discharge if adjudged as part of the sentence upon conviction by a special or general court-martial for violation of the UCMJ, Article 112a, wrongful use of a controlled substance. PART IV - INFORMATION FOR THE APPLICANT If you believe that the decision in your case is unclear, not responsive to the issues...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00812
MD01-00812 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 010529, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable and the reason for the discharge be changed to medical condition existing before service. Violation of UCMJ, Article 134: Specification: Bring discredit upon the armed forces Awarded forfeiture of $273.00, restriction for 14 days. The names, and votes of the members of the Board are recorded on the original of this...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00813
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 discharge): Active: None Inactive: USMCR(J) 940105 - 940123 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 940124 Date of Discharge: 961220 Length of Service (years, months, days): Active: 02 10 22 Inactive: None Age at Entry: 23 Years Contracted: 4 Education Level: 9...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00822
890829: NJP for violation of UCMJ, Article 86:Specification: Unauthorized absence from 0701, 18Aug89 to 0645, 21Aug89 (2 days). The applicant’s conduct, which forms the primary basis for determining the character of his service, reflects his willful disobedience of the orders and directives which regulate good order and discipline in naval service, and falls short of that required for an honorable characterization of service. The applicant did not provide any documentation to warrant an...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00823
MD01-00823 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 010530, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. My military counsel advised me that I could just resign my commission and receive all benefits with either an Honorable Discharge or a General Discharge (under honorable conditions). The applicant can provide additional documentation to support any claims of post-service accomplishments at that time.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00824
MD01-00824 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 010530, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. H_ of base legal after I was acquitted of a General Court-Martial, a month or two later I was charged with a bogus urine sample which was later dismissed, than I was charged with Unauthorized Absence which I requested mast and it was dismissed. Pertinent Regulation/Law (at time of discharge)A. Paragraph 6419,...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00834
MD01-00834 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 010605, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. 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) 971212 -...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00835
The Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB) also advised that the board first conducts a documentary review prior to any personal appearance hearing. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The applicant was discharged on 000718 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...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00836
PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION [Failure to obey orders. 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).Issues 1, 2 and 7.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00845
880308: Applicant notified of intended recommendation for discharge under other than honorable conditions by reason of misconduct due to drug abuse.880316: Applicant advised of his rights and having consulted with counsel certified under UCMJ Article 27B, elected to appear before an Administrative Discharge Board.880321: Commanding officer recommended discharge under other than honorable conditions by reason of misconduct due to drug abuse. Awarded Extra duties for 10 days, reduction to...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00846
But these violations are not the reason why I was discharged, on my DD 214 it states alcohol abuse rehabilitation failure resulting in an administration discharge of general under honorable conditions. My desire is for the board to review my service records, and the other document that I'm submitting, and find that I was a good Marine, and deserve my discharge to be change to Honorable, and for the reason of discharge to be change as will, so that the label of Alcoholic does not follow me...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00853
Documentation Only the applicant's service and medical records were reviewed, as the applicant did not provide additional documentation for the Board to consider. It is in the best interests of the Marine Corps to separate SNM ASAP.”920427: Applicant notified of intended recommendation for discharge with a General characterization of service by reason of misconduct due to drug abuse as evidenced by positive urinalysis for cocaine.920429: Applicant advised of his rights and having consulted...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00854
Thank you for your consideration Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the applicant, was considered:Copies of DD Form 214 (2) PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: USMC None Inactive: USMCR(J) 950328 - 950918 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 950919 Date of Discharge: 971106 Length of Service (years, months, days):Active: 02 00 25 Inactive:...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00855
MD01-00855 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 010712, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. Age at Entry: 19 Years Contracted: 4 Education Level: 12 AFQT: 68 Highest Rank: LCpl Final Enlisted Performance Evaluation Averages (number of marks): Proficiency: 3.6 (5) Conduct: 3.6 (5) Military Decorations: None Unit/Campaign/Service Awards: Rifle Expert Badge, SSDR Days of Unauthorized Absence: None Character,...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00856
MD01-00856 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 010612, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. 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) 970205 - 001030 COG Period of Service Under...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00857
Documentation Only the service and medical records were reviewed, as the applicant did not provide additional documentation for the Board to consider. Recommend discharge with characterization of service as General (under honorable conditions).870205: Commanding officer recommended discharge with a General (Under Honorable Conditions) by reason of homosexuality. After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, the Board found that...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00863
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 discharge): Active: USMC None Inactive: USMCR(J) 860613 - 860805 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 860806 Date of Discharge: 870717 Length of Service (years, months, days):Active: 00 11 12 Inactive: None The factual basis for this recommendation was your...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00864
MD01-00864 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 010615, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. The applicant did not provide sufficient documentation to warrant an upgrade to his discharge. The names, and votes of the members of the Board are recorded on the original of this document and may be obtained from the service records by writing to:Naval Council of Personnel Boards Attn: Naval Discharge Review...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00865
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. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION 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: “I want to upgrade my discharge...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00868
Dear Members of the Board: I understand that my action with the Marine Corps Reserve was not honorable; my responsibility as a Marine reservist was to show up for every drill unless absence was authorized by my First Sergeant or Company Commander. Respectfully, (Signed D_ R. P_ (Applicant)) Documentation Only the service and medical records were reviewed as the applicant did not provide additional documentation for the Board to consider. After a thorough review of the records, supporting...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00876
MD01-00876 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 010619, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. Chronological Listing of Significant Service Events : 920723: NJP for violation of UCMJ, Article 121:Specification: Took a money order belonging to Lance Corporal and cashed the same on 18Jul92. After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, the Board found...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00877
Discharge. 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 discharge): Active: None Inactive: USMCR(J) 870604 - 870611 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 870612 Date of Discharge: 890531 Length of Service (years, months, days):Active: 01 11 20 Inactive: None After a thorough review of the records,...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00885
MD01-00885 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 010625, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION The Manual for Courts-Martial authorizes the award of a punitive discharge if adjudged as part of the sentence upon conviction by a special or general court-martial for violation of the UCMJ, Article 86, unauthorized absence for more than 30 days;...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00886
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).Issue 1. Separation for drug abuse under Other Than Honorable conditions was proper and equitable. Normally, to permit relief, an error or injustice must have existed during the period of enlistment in question.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00900
MD01-00900 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 010702, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable or general/under honorable conditions or entry level separation or uncharacterized. The discharge shall change to: UNDER HONORABLE CONDITIONS (GENERAL)/ Failure to Participate (Reserve not on active duty)(administrative discharge board required but waived); authority: MARCORSEPMAN 6213.A personal appearance discharge...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00901
PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION Not appealed.860530: Vacate forfeiture of $167.00 awarded at CO's NJP of 24Feb86.860710: Counseled for deficiencies in performance and conduct. The Manual for Courts-Martial authorizes the award of a punitive discharge if adjudged as part of the sentence upon conviction by a special or general court-martial for violation of the UCMJ, Article 86, unauthorized absence for more than 30 days; Article 90, disobeying a lawful order of a commissioned...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00902
Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the applicant, was considered:Character Reference ltr from former Marine, R_ D. B_, dtd June 22, 2001 Copy of DD Form 214 PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: None Inactive: USMCR(J) 950918 - 951204 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 951205 Date of Discharge: 980518 Length of Service (years, months,...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00903
Necessary corrective actions explained, sources of assistance provided, disciplinary and discharge warning issued.980203: NJP for violation of UCMJ, Article 86:Specification: Unauthorized absence from appointed place of duty at 0731, 9Jan98, to wit: rifle range.Awarded forfeiture of $200.00 per month for 1 month, restriction and extra duties for 45 days, reduction to LCpl. The separation authority directed that the primary reason for discharge would be for misconduct. The applicant can...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00913
990819: Applicant notified of intended recommendation for discharge under other than honorable conditions by reason of misconduct due to drug abuse.990819: Applicant advised of his rights and having elected not to consult with counsel certified under UCMJ Article 27B, elected to waive all rights except the right to obtain copies of the documents used to support the basis for the separation.990901: NJP for violation of UCMJ, Article 112a: On or about 990802, wrongfully used marijuana.Awarded...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00914
MD01-00914 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 010703, 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). PART IV - INFORMATION FOR THE APPLICANT If you believe that the decision in your case is unclear, not responsive to...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00915
I am requesting that a change be made to the characterization of my discharge due to the fact that I left my unit in the face of injustice. 970606: Letter of intent to administratively separate under other than honorable conditions for the failure to participate in reserve training was sent via certified mail, return receipt requested. The Board found no evidence of racism against the applicant in a review of his service records.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00921
(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 of his characterization of service to General (Under Honorable Conditions) on the basis of his post-service conduct. Sentence: Confinement for 75 days, reduction to E-1, and a bad conduct discharge. PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00922
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. PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The applicant was discharged on 880701 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...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00923
MD01-00923 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 010709, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. Decision A documentary discharge review was conducted in Washington, D.C. on 020118. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00925
MD01-00925 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 010711, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. GKK1 Misconduct-Drug abuse (with administrative discharge board)HKK1 Misconduct-Drug abuse (administrative discharge board required but waived) Characterization of service is written “HONORABLE”, “UNDER HONORABLE CONDITIONS (GENERAL)” or “UNDER OTHER THAN HONORABLE CONDITIONS”( See page 1-33 of MCO P1900.16D, effective...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00937
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 (E and F).Issue 1 states: “I believe my discharge was undeserved since it was based entirely on one mistake made during an otherwise honorably served tour.” The NDRB finds the applicant’s issue without merit. The applicant missed 70 reserve drills. The applicant did not provide any of these documents.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00938
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 discharge): Active: USMC None Inactive: USMCR(J) 920804 - 930802 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 930803 Date of Discharge: 970702 Length of Service (years, months, days):Active: 03 11 00 Inactive: None However, the NDRB is authorized to consider...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00966
MD01-00966 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 010717, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION 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).Issues 1 and 2.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00967
I believe my discharge should be upgraded because the treatment by both Camp Pendleton Medical and H and S Battalion personnel created an atmosphere of distrust between myself and the marine Corps regarding my present (at that time) and future physical well being. 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).Issue 1. The applicant’s conduct, which forms the...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00968
The Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB) also advised that the board first conducts a documentary review prior to any personal appearance hearing. 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 discharge): Active: USMC None Inactive: USMCR(J) 850618 - 860112 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 860113...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00969
My discharge was unjust because my appeal was never reviewed prior to the Administrative discharge board.2. 990420: NJP imposed and suspended on 981217 for period of 6 months vacated and punishment ordered executed.990421: NJP for violation of UCMJ, Article 86: Was UA from appointed place of duty on 12 Mar 99. Normally, to permit relief, an error or injustice must have existed during the period of enlistment in question.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00970
MD01-00970 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 010719, 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.910820: NJP for violation of UCMJ, Article 86:Specification: Failed to go at the time prescribed to morning muster at 0430, 17Jul91. Violation of UCMJ, Article 107: Specification: Made a false official...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00971
910725: An Administrative Discharge Board, based upon a preponderance of the evidence and by unanimous vote, found that the applicant had committed misconduct due to a pattern of misconduct, that the misconduct warranted separation, and recommended discharge under other than 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 (C and D).Issue 1. The...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00983
Necessary corrective actions explained, sources of assistance provided, disciplinary and discharge warning issued.871111: Counseled for deficiencies in performance and conduct [substandard personal appearance at a daily inspection]. PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The applicant was discharged on 880705 under other than honorable conditions for misconduct due to a pattern of misconduct (A and B) and not by reason of unsatisfactory performance as...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00984
Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the applicant, was considered:Copies of DD Form 214 (3) PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: USMC None Inactive: USMCR(J) 970203 - 980401 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 980402 Date of Discharge: 000608 Length of Service (years, months, days):Active: 02 02 07 Inactive: None After a thorough review of the...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00985
MD01-00985 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 010725, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. Now, at 26 yrs old I want to raise my girls up in the country with a farm, and more importantly teach them to keep faith in God, to be Proud of there family and to Honor there Country. However, the NDRB is authorized to consider outstanding post-service factors in the recharacterization of a discharge, to the extent...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00986
PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION 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).Issue 1. Normally, to permit relief, an error or injustice must have existed during the period of enlistment in question.
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00992
000825: Commanding officer recommended discharge under honorable conditions (general) for the convenience of the government due to a personality disorder, based upon a diagnosed personality disorder as evidenced by psychiatric. While the NDRB respects the fact that the applicant tried, his service is equitably characterized as being performed under other than honorable conditions. Relief is not warranted.The fact that the applicant was within three months of his EAS is only one of several...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00993
Thankfully the court agreed and I was sentenced to probation and discharged from the USMC. 920129: GCMCA [Commanding General, 2d Marine Aircraft Wing] directed the applicant's discharge under conditions other than honorable by reason of misconduct due to civilian conviction. However, the NDRB is authorized to consider outstanding post-service factors in the recharacterization of a discharge, to the extent that such matters provide a basis for a more thorough understanding of the...
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-00994
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. (Equity Issue) This former member opines that the diagnosis of personality disorder given him in service was erroneous. 970313: Commanding officer recommended discharge honorable for the convenience of the government due to a personality disorder, based upon a diagnosed personality disorder...