USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00668
At this time, I would like to ask that my case be reviewed and that my Bad Conduct Discharge be upgraded to a General Discharge. PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The Applicant was discharged on 011015 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 Manual for Courts-Martial...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00669
The Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB) also advised that the board first conducts a documentary review prior to any personal appearance hearing. The statements all recommend that I be separated due to the stress in my life and recommended an honorable discharge.There is no basis in my record for the "General under honorable" characterization or the narrative reason of "Personality Disorder". The Board found that in the Applicant’s case, the characterization of service should have been...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00670
MD02-00670 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020408, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. The Applicant requested a documentary record discharge review. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00671
While the Board found the Applicant’s post service conduct to be commendable, the Board determined that the Applicant’s record of service does not support an upgrade to Honorable. 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 81, conspiracy; Article 107, false official statements; Article 123, forgery.C. You should read Enclosure (5) of...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00672
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 Charge II: violation of the UCMJ, Article 107: Did on 890419, with intent to deceive sign two official documents, to wit: two requests for issue of Armed Forces Identification Cards, which documents were false in that the date of birth appearing...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00700
MD02-00700 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020418, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. It is obvious that his condition was and/or should have been known at the time of recruitment. PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The Applicant was discharged on 010920 general (under honorable conditions) by reason of defective enlistment and induction due to a fraudulent entry (A).
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00701
MD02-00701 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020418, 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, NDRB discerned no impropriety or inequity in the characterization of the Applicant’s service. Evidence of continuing educational pursuits, an employment record, documentation of community service, certification...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00702
PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION Documentation In addition to the service record (there was no DD FORM 214), the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:Certificate of Completion (Marine Rifleman Combat Skills) Commanding General’s Voluntary Leave Awaiting Appellate Review Letter dated August 4, 1992 (2 pages) PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: USMC None Inactive:...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00703
MD02-00703 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020422, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. As I said before I made a foolish mistake and would like to go back through recruit training and prove to myself and to Marine Corps that (Applicant) does have what it takes to a United States Marine. The Applicant’s service record did not contain any unusual circumstances during his less than two months in the...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00704
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY NAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEWDECISIONAL DOCUMENT ex-PVT, USMC Docket No. The Applicant requested a documentary record discharge review. 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 Board 720 Kennon Street SE Rm 309 Washington Navy Yard DC 20374-5023
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00705
MD02-00705 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020422, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. The Applicant requested a documentary record discharge review. F_, Detective, LA Police Dept, Homicide Section Character Reference letter, undated, from employer, B_ P. B_ Character Reference letter dtd Feb 27, 2002, from employer, J_ E_, Operation manager Letter of full-time enrollment, Platt College, dtd Apr 4,...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00706
MD02-00706 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020415, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable or 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 Applicant’s service record did not contain any unusual circumstances during...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00707
MD02-00707 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020422, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. The Applicant requested a documentary record discharge review. Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:Applicant's DD Form 214 Seventeen pages from Applicant's service record PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00708
MD02-00708 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020418, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable and the reason for the discharge be changed to (left blank). I hereby submit this as ISSUE #1, in support of my Request for review and upgrade of my discharge from the United States Marine Corps on November 18, 1994.The issue itself here is that I was let out of the Marine Corps at my own request. According to two (2)...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00709
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. Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:Character reference from Reverend, Salem Baptist Church dated March 7, 2002 Character reference from Applicant's mother dated February 18, 2002Applicant's DD Form...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00710
I am writing the review board today asking to have my discharge upgraded to honorable, although I know my performance was not 100% Professional, I do believe it was not deserving of my discharge received and also there was some issues I will explain.Shortly after I got to my duty station, Camp Pendleton, CA. Performance is less than expected of a Marine. Not appealed.930823: Applicant place on light duty for 30 days and convalescent (sick) leave for 30 days (post-knee...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00711
I HAVE NEVER DONE DRUGS BEFORE. 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) 010222 - 010319 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 010320 Date of Discharge: 011010 Length of Service (years, months, days):Active: 00 06 21 Inactive: None At...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00731
PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The Applicant was discharged on 000121 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 by appellate review authority, and executed (A and B). The Board deemed the documentation provided by the Applicant as not sufficient for the Board to consider an upgrade of the characterization of discharge. The Manual...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00734
MD02-00734 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020425, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. Specification 9: Unauthorized absence from remedial PT on 891031.Violation of UCMJ, Article 92:Specification: Derelict in duties in scoring only 45 points on a PFT on 891027.Awarded forfeiture of $391.00 per month for 2 months, restriction and extra duties for 45 days, reduction to PFC. ...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00735
MD02-00735 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020425, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. The Board recommended a discharge under honorable conditions (general).920827: Commanding officer concurred with findings of Administrative Discharge Board and recommended a discharge under honorable conditions (general); no reason for discharge was specified to the GCMCA.920915: SJA review determined the case...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00736
MD02-00736 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020424, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. Possible medical board. 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, through counsel, contends that racial prejudice by his command
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00737
MD02-00737 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020426, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. st Marine Division (Rein), Camp Pendleton, CA) directed the Applicant's discharge with a characterization of general (under honorable conditions) by reason alcohol rehabilitation failure. PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The Applicant was discharged on 950908 general (under...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00738
The Applicant's two positive tests for drug use and subsequent summary court-martial warranted processing for administrative separation under other than honorable conditions. Additional evidence of continuing educational pursuits, an employment record, documentation of community service, and certification of non-involvement with civil authorities are other examples of verifiable documents that should have been provided to receive consideration for relief under post-service conduct. Relief...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00753
MD02-00753 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020502, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. You see my leutinant told me he had cleared up things between my counselors and the Company. This disenrollment from Level II Continuing Care was not the basis for separation -- the Applicant's subsequent refusal of Level III Alcohol Rehabilitation treatment, as documented in both the Applicant's service and medical...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00754
MD02-00754 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020502, 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.910614: Applicant notified of intended recommendation for discharge under other than honorable conditions by reason of alcohol rehabilitation failure and misconduct due to a pattern of...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00755
PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION Charge I: violation of the UCMJ, Article 86: Did, on or about 990823, without authority absent himself from his unit, until on or about 990825. 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 [ e.g., Article 86, unauthorized absence for more than 30 days].C.
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00756
PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION I M_ S. S_, would like the Board to review my discharge from the Marine Corps. At this time, the Applicant has not provided such documentation for the Board to consider.
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00766
MD02-00766 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020506, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable and the reason for the discharge be changed to Expiration of Active Service. With regard to Section 3a of my request, I warrant an Honorable Discharge, in that, as provided by paragraphs 1004.2b(1), 1004.3a, and their respective references, my military service record qualified under the provision that considers as...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00784
MD02-00784 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020514, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. Assessment: Longstanding eustachian tube dysfunction with recurrent otitis media, worse left ear, disqualifying for military service - existed prior to enlistment. 010425: GCMCA [CG, MCB, Camp Pendleton] directed the Applicant's discharge under honorable conditions (general) for the convenience of the Government due...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00785
MD02-00785 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020509, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. To Discharge Review Board. st Marine Division] directed the Applicant's discharge under other than honorable conditions by reason of misconduct due to drug abuse.
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00786
My discharge under conditions other than honorable stems from a false positive on an urinalysis test. PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The Applicant was discharged on 980313 under other than honorable conditions for misconduct due to drug abuse (A). The Applicant is reminded that he remains eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided an application is received, at the NDRB, within 15 years from the date of his discharge.
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00787
(Listed on page 1-44of MCO P1900.16C, 4 Oct 82) THE CORRECT NARRATIVE REASON FOR SEPARATION FOR THE SEPARATION CODE JJC2 IS “As a result of a court-martial (SPCM)-Desertion”. PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The Applicant was discharged on 890303 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 by appellate review authority and executed (A...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00793
MD02-00793 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020515, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. I hope that the board upgrade my discharge into an honorable discharge. 950420: NJP for violation of UCMJ, Article 134 (2 specs):Specification 1: With intent to deceive, wrongfully possess official naval pass well knowing the same was unauthorized.Specification 2: Dishonorably fail to pay BOQ for outstanding phone...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00794
MD02-00794 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020515, 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 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 support the contentions as set forth by the Applicant, in his...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00795
MD02-00795 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020513, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. He made go to a community college, full time so I can qualify to be come a U.S. Marine Oct 18, 1998 I got my diploma on the 19 th I left for boot camp. The day I regret walking away, from the thing that made me proud and happy.
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00796
000626: Applicant discharged from treatment as a treatment failure due to repeated absences from the program.000628: Counseled for deficiencies in performance and conduct. Applicant submitted a statement dated 001117.001201: Commanding Officer recommended discharge under other than honorable conditions by reason of misconduct due to a pattern of misconduct and by reason of alcohol rehabilitation failure. After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00810
MD02-00810 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020515, 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 but not equitable with respect to the characterization (C and D).The Applicant introduced no decisional issues for consideration by the NDRB. While the Applicant's...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00811
I am requesting an honorable discharge, for the reason that this discharge I received was based on one isolated incident through out my 58 months of service, at which I served my country.To Whom It May Concern: I am writing this statement in request for an upgrade to an honorable discharge from the United States Marine Corps. The Applicant was offered an Administrative Discharge Board on 010420 and waived his right to such a board on 010424. While the Board respects the many character...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00812
940103: Commanding Officer, H&HS MCAS Tustin CA recommended to separa-tion authority that Applicant be discharged under other than honorable conditions by reason of misconduct due to a pattern of misconduct. 940207: GCMCA (Commander, Marine Corps Air Bases, Western Area) directed the Applicant's discharge under other than honorable conditions by reason of misconduct due to a pattern of misconduct. At this time, the Applicant has not provided such documentation for the Board to consider.
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00814
MD02-00814 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020515, 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. After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00822
MD02-00822 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020517, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. A sergeant that had inspected our room was from the office I had worked at for the unit. Documentation Only the service and medical records were reviewed, as the Applicant did not provide additional documentation for the Board to consider.
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00823
MD02-00823 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020517, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable or entry level separation or uncharacterized. The Applicant requested a documentary record discharge review and a personal appearance hearing in the Washington National Capital Region. Thanks, (Signed by the Applicant) Documentation Only the Applicant's service record was reviewed, as the Applicant did not provide...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00834
Chronological Listing of Significant Service Events : 960119: NJP for violation of UCMJ Article 86:Specification: Unauthorized absence from 0630 on 960103 to 1730 on 960105 (2 days). 970519: Counseled for deficiencies in performance and conduct (Failure to meet proper weight requirements in accordance with Marine Corps regulations). At this time, the Applicant has not provided any documentation for the Board to consider an upgrade to the characterization of discharge.
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00835
MD02-00835 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020520, 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:Letter from doctor to Colonel dated February 7, 2001 Letter from Applicant, undated Article 31 rights signed by the Applicant Statement from Applicant dated...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00836
MD02-00836 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020522, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. He has waived his rights to a Physical Evaluation Board after counseling and is recommended for an administrative separation for Mechanical Lower Back Pain, DNEPTE.010924: Commanding Officer recommended discharge with uncharacterized service by reason of convenience of the government for a condition not a physical or...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00837
During this time I feel my conduct as a Marine was nothing less then 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).A characterization of service of under other than honorable conditions is warranted when the member's conduct constitutes a significant departure from that expected of a Marine. The Applicant’s conduct, which forms the primary basis for...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00838
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 870515 under other than honorable conditions for misconduct due to a pattern of misconduct (A and B). After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00845
MD02-00845 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020522, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. Chronological Listing of Significant Service Events :010516: Medical evaluation: Recommend administrative separation at the convenience of the government for failure to adapt. The Board found that in the Applicant’s case, the characterization of service should have been the “type warranted by service record.” A review...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00862
971031: U.S. Navy-Marine Corps Court of Criminal Appeals affirms the findings and sentence of the Special Court-Martial 990823: Navy and Marine Corps Appellate Leave Activity issues Special Court-Martial Supplemental Order stating that, Article 71(c), UCMJ, having been complied with, the Bad Conduct discharge is ordered executed. 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...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00863
Battery commander's comments: "In fourteen months of service with Battery E, Private P_ has established a relentless pattern of misconduct that began with unauthorized absence and has progressed to disrespect and misconduct of a sentinel. The service records that the NDRB reviewed showed that the Applicant's discharge characterization accurately reflects his service to his country and, in order for the Board to permit relief, there must be evidence of inequity, impropriety, or procedural...