USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00522
MD02-00522 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020308, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. Dear Chairperson: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 support the contentions as set forth by the Applicant, in his request that he be...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00523
MD02-00523 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020308, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. Marine was forced out of service with unfair discharge (30 day AWOL, listed as 90 days on discharge)2. 900503: Special Court-Martial Charge I: violation of the UCMJ, Article 86: Specification: Unauthorized absence from 21 Feb 90 until 23 Mar 90 (30 days).
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00524
The Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB) also advised that the board 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, NDRB discerned no impropriety or inequity in the characterization of the Applicant’s service. Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:Copies of DD...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00525
MD02-00525 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020305, requested that the characterization of service and reason for discharge be changed. 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: USMC None Inactive: USMCR(J) 891006 - 900312 COG Period of Service Under...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00557
Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:Copy of DD Form 214 (Member - 1)Separation Discharge Package dated 2 October 2001 (3 pages)Applicant's photo of 1997 Applicant's photo at Stone Mountain High School 1998 R.O.T.C. 010919: Commanding Officer, Company A, Headquarters and Service Battalion, recommended discharge under honorable conditions (general) for the convenience of the government due to a...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00558
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. While he may feel that he just was not able to perform the duties expected of a Marine, the record is devoid of evidence that the Applicant was not responsible for his conduct or that he should not be held accountable for his actions. The Manual for Courts-Martial authorizes the award of a...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00559
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY NAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEWDECISIONAL DOCUMENT ex-PFC, USMC Docket No. MD02-00559 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020321, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. Decision A documentary discharge review was conducted in Washington, D.C. on 021217.
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00560
MD02-00560 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020318, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. 880111: Applicant, having consulted with counsel certified under UCMJ Art 27b, requested discharge for the good of the service to escape trial by court- martial. The Manual for Courts-Martial authorizes the award of a punitive discharge if adjudged as part of the sentence upon conviction by a...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00561
Documentation Only the Applicant's service record was reviewed, as the Applicant did not provide additional documentation for the Board to consider. 930729: An Administrative Discharge Board, based upon a preponderance of the evidence and by unanimous vote, found that the Applicant had committed misconduct due to minor disciplinary infractions, that the misconduct warranted separation, and recommended discharge under honorable conditions (general). The Applicant’s conduct, which forms the...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00562
MD02-00562 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020312, 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:Statement from Applicant dated December 16, 2001Copy of DD Form 214Thirty-one pages from Applicant's service record PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00563
Upon returning to the United States, I was separated from active duty with an honorable discharge. Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:Copy of DD Form 214 for active duty period from 901215 to 910516 PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): USAR 880227 - 890226 HON USMCR 811014 - 871013 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment:...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00564
MD02-00564 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020312, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. Bill for college because of the Military Discharge I received. There is no requirement or law that grants recharacterization solely on the issue of obtaining veterans’ benefits and this issue does not serve to provide a foundation upon which the Board can grant relief.
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00565
MD02-00565 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020319, requested that the reason for the discharge be changed to "end of contract." P_, Senior Defense Counsel, letter of rebuttal dtd 21 Oct 92North Carolina Uniform Citation PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: None Inactive: USMCR(J) 880518 - 881121 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 881122 Date of Discharge: 921104 Length of...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00566
MD02-00566 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020318, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. The discharge shall change to: UNDER HONORABLE CONDITIONS (GENERAL)/Conduct triable by courts-martial (request for discharge for the good of the service), authority: MARCORSEPMAN Par. 6419 .A general discharge is written “ UNDER HONORABLE CONDITIONS (GENERAL)” (See MCO P1900.16D, page 1-33, effective 27 Jun 89) An...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00567
Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:Applicant's DD Form 214 Thirteen pages from Applicant's service record PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: None Inactive: USMCR(J) 980421 - 980816 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 980817 Date of Discharge: 010116 Length of Service (years, months, days): Active: 02 05...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00568
MD02-00568 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020314, 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 011116 under honorable conditions (general) for misconduct due to drug abuse (A). Therefore the Board found that the narrative reason for separation shall change to Secretarial Authority.
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00569
MD02-00569 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020311, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable or general/under honorable conditions. It has been determined that he had this 782 gear missing for the last three months. The Applicant’s conduct, which forms the primary basis for determining the character of his service, reflects his disobedience of the orders and directives which regulate good order and discipline...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00570
MD02-00570 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020311, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. Request that this injustice be corrected by upgrading (Applicant) discharge from General Discharge (under Honorable Conditions) to an Honorable Discharge (under Honorable Conditions). Light duty for 2 days.991122: Branch Medical Clinic: A: Resolving left ankle sprain.
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00571
PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION Documentation In addition to the record of trial (the Naval Discharge Review Board was unable to get the service record), the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:Copy of DD Form 214 Service Related Documents (16) PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: USMC None Inactive: USMCR(J) 920110 - 920324 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00572
The NDRB also advised that the board first conducts a documentary review prior to any personal appearance hearing. On July 8, 1997, the Commanding Officer of Financial Management School at Marine Corps Service Support Schools on Camp Lejeune, NC, initiated a request to discharge me from the United States Marine Corps, at which time I had six months and one day of active service in the military. The Board found no impropriety or inequity in the Applicant’s low proficiency and conduct markings.
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00573
MD02-00573 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020318, 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:Applicant's DD Form 214 PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: None Inactive: USMCR(J) 910327 - 911027 COG Period of Service...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00596
MD02-00596 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020329, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. I have never been put on restriction throughout the course of my four years even though I have received two counseling sheets. Chronological Listing of Significant Service Events :970220: Applicant briefed upon and certified understanding of Marine Corps policy concerning illegal use of drugs.990313: Counseled for...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00597
I am asking the review board to change my final discharge to honorable based on the fact that I already received an Honorable discharge on the 17October 1996. A previous honorable enlistment is not a sufficient mitigating factor to warrant an upgrade to an under other than honorable characterization of service. It must be noted that most Marines serve honorably and well and therefore earn honorable discharges.
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00598
MD02-00598 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020329, 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.880929: 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 | 2002_Marine | MD02-00599
PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION I wasn't going to go through with another enlistment. Documentation In addition to the service record (there was NO DISCHARGE PACKAGE AVAILABLE), the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:Permanent Change of Station Orders Incomplete DD Form 214 (Handwritten Information)Report of Separation and Record of Service Copy of DD Form 214 PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service,...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00600
MD02-00600 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020402, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. Sincerely, Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:Letter to Applicant dated December 2, 1999 (2 copies) Applicant's DD Form 214Letter from Applicant dated June 16, 2002College transcript from Quaker City Aviation dated March 2,...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00601
Documentation In addition to the service record (there was NO DISCHARGE PACKAGE AVAILABLE), the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:Copy of DD Form 214 Police Record Report PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: USMC None Inactive: USMCR(J) 970912 - 980628 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 980629 Date of Discharge: 991013 Length of Service (years, months,...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00602
MD02-00602 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020328, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. AXIS II: Personality disorder not otherwise specified with antisocial and schizoid features - severe.980623: 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 a...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00603
000406: Applicant elected not to appeal the imposition of NJP, but elected to submit a request for resignation in lieu of administrative separation processing.000410: Punitive Letter of Reprimand issued to Applicant.000410: Applicant requested appeal of the non-judicial punishment.undated: Commanding Officer reported to CMC Applicant's non-judicial punishment and recommended Applicant be required to show cause for retention through the notification procedures, Applicant's request for...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00604
The Board determined that partial relief is warranted after consideration of Applicant's character references from superior NCOs, the Commanding Officer's recommendation for retention, and proficiency and conduct markings. I have waited over two years to send this letter to the board so that I can have enough positive things to show on my resume to you.Attached are some statements from the platoon I was a part of during training stating on the procedure in which the urinalysis was run; in...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00605
An honorable discharge is required to pursue this career and be a productive citizen.I thank you in advance for your consideration in this matter.Sincerely, Documentation In addition to the service record (there was no discharge package available), the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:Copy of DD Form 214Copy of article from newspaper Medical records (9 pages)Record of proficiency and conduct markings dated 10/06/99 PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00606
MD02-00606 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020402, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions or entry level separation or uncharacterized and the reason for the discharge be changed to (most appropriate). 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...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00607
MD02-00607 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020329, 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: USMC None Inactive: USMCR(J) 910815 - 920210 COG Period of Service...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00637
The Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB) also advised that the Board first conducts a documentary review prior to any personal appearance hearing. PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The Applicant was discharged on 920117 under other than honorable conditions for misconduct due to drug abuse (A). No other narrative reason other than that of misconduct for drug use more clearly describes the circumstances surrounding the Applicant’s processing for...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00638
The discharge shall remain: UNDER OTHER THAN HONORABLE CONDITIONS/Failure to Participate (Reserve not on active duty) (administrative discharge board required but waived), authority: MARCORSEPMAN 6213. AFTER RECEIVING AN HONORABLE DISCHARGE ON 881228 FROM ACTIVE DUTY MARINE CORPS FOR WHICH I RECIEVED A GOOD CONDUCT RIBBON, I DECIDED TO GO INTO THE RESERVES. Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00639
MD02-00639 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020404, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable or general/under honorable conditions. Decision A documentary discharge review was conducted in Washington, D.C. on 030116. PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The Applicant was discharged on 870402 under conditions other than honorable in lieu of trial by court-martial (A and B).
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00640
MD02-00640 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020403, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. 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. We refer this case to the Board for their careful and compassionate consideration and request the...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00641
MD02-00641 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020403, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. The Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB) also advised that the Board first conducts a documentary review prior to any personal appearance hearing. The Applicant’s service during his second enlistment was marred by award of a Summary Court-Martial for violation of UCMJ Articles 90 and 92.
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00642
The discharge shall remain: UNDER OTHER THAN HONORABLE CONDITIONS/Misconduct-Drug abuse (administrative discharge board required but waived) or (with administrative discharge board), authority: MARCORSEPMAN Par. The finding for Misconduct is effective 27 Jun 89 until 17 Aug 95, however, the Commandant of the Marine Corps issued an official list of the new DoD SPD codes and narrative reasons for separation on 940701. 930212: An Administrative Discharge Board, based upon a preponderance of...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00643
It would also decrease the amount of Federal Un/Subsidized Loans taken in the pursuit of my education and career goals.In light of the fact that I am currently a Disabled Veteran receiving V A Disability Compensation for Service Connected injuries incurred in the military while on active duty; I am requesting an expedited review and upgrade of my discharge status. After a review of the Former Service Members (FSM) DD Form 293 Application for the Naval Discharge Review Board of Discharge or...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00644
Issues, as submitted Prior to the documentary discharge review, the Applicant introduced no issues as block 8 on the DD Form 293 is blank. 920210: Commanding officer notified the Applicant of unsatisfactory drill participation via certified letter. 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).The Applicant introduced no decisional issues for consideration by...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00645
MD02-00645 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020404, 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, NDRB discerned no impropriety or inequity in the characterization of the Applicant’s service. The Board has no authority to upgrade a discharge for the sole purpose of enhancing...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00646
Not long after the incident with the other female, Ms. S_ and I made an attempt to reconcile our relationship. Following these proceedings, the Colonel and I had a discussion. It was his judgement that I be dis-enrolled from the MECEP program.
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00647
The reason I am submitting this document, is because I would like my discharge changed to Honorable for if I decide to re-enlist in the active Marine Corps, I will be eligible to do so. 001204: Commanding Officer recommended discharge under other than honorable conditions by reason of misconduct due to unsatisfactory participation in the Ready Reserve. After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, the Board found that the...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00648
SNM was then released several days later when found SNM was infact no danger to himself or others, still it was recommended by the Naval doctors of SNM command that SNM be administratively separated from the Marine Corps. The factual basis for this recommendation was psychiatrist's recommendation for administrative separation due to a personality disorder. The Board reviewed the Applicant's service and medical records to determine the propriety and equity of the separation process.
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00663
MD02-00663 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020409, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions and that the RE Code be changed. Dear Chairperson:After a review of the Former Service Members (FSM) DD Form 293 Application for the Naval Discharge Review Board of Discharge or Dismissal from the Armed Forces of the United States and all of the evidence assembled for review, we continue to...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00664
PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION I do promise that the unacceptable behavior conducted previously will never take place again.Respectfully, Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:Applicant's DD Form 214 One page from Applicant's service recordJob reference dated March 21, 2002 PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active:...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00665
MD02-00665 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020411, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. The Applicant requested a documentary record discharge review. My Officer in Charge (CWO3 J_), sat me down, and CWO3 J_ put in two in his office and called my wife a "junkie", saying she took too much medicine.
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00666
MD02-00666 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020409, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. The Applicant requested a documentary record discharge review. In the Applicant’s request for separation in lieu of trial by court-martial, he certified a complete understanding of the negative consequences of his actions and that characterization of service would be under other than honorable...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00667
PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION You can see the evidence of this by reviewing my proficiency and conducts marks, rifle range and physical fitness scores, as well as receiving a "Good Conduct Medal" on September 16, 1998. She is reminded that she remains eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided an application is received, at the NDRB, within 15 years from the date of her discharge.