USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00016
In the acknowledgement letter, the Applicant was informed that the Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB) first conducts documentary (record) review prior to any personal appearance hearing. 020227: 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 evaluation. The Applicant’s conduct, which forms the primary basis for...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00017
MD03-00017 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021001, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. 990924: Credentialed Health Care Provider, NavHosp, Camp Lejeune, medical eval: Current HT – 70 inches, WT – 231 pounds, Body Fat – 27%. Advised of being overweight and in excess of allowable body fat standard.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00018
MD03-00018 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20020924, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. The suicidal behavior was manifested by overdose of medications, and required psychiatric hospitalization for stabilization.020113: Applicant notified of intended recommendation for discharge with lowest characterization possible as under other than honorable conditions by reason of...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00019
MD03-00019 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20020926 requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to Entry Level Separation or Uncharacterized. 941122: Commanding Officer recommended honorable discharge by reason of erroneous enlistment. 941218: GCMCA [CG, Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune] directed the Applicant's honorable discharge by reason of erroneous entry into the U.S. Marine Corps on the basis of not meeting the...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00020
I thought that if Congress wanted to eliminate the shot and so many others had refused to take the shot then, there must be some serious issues with the Anthrax shot. At this point I began to set my life back on track and try to somehow move forward. PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The Applicant was discharged on 20010426 with a bad conduct discharge which was the sentence adjudged by a properly constituted special court-martial that was determined...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00021
MD03-00021 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20020925, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. While the Board commends the Applicant for the positive accomplishments he has made since his discharge, the Applicant’s evidence of post-service conduct was found not to mitigate the offense for which he was discharged. Marine Corps Reserve Administrative Management Manual, MCO P1001R.1, Chapter 3, Reserve...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00022
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION PART IV - INFORMATION FOR THE APPLICANT If you believe that the decision in your case is unclear, not responsive to the issues you raised, or does not otherwise comport with the decisional document requirements of DoD Directive 1332.28, you may submit a complaint in accordance with Enclosure (5) of that Directive.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00023
920122: CORRECTIVE ADMIN ACTION: CG, 3d MARDIV directed CO, 4 PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The Applicant was discharged on 19930420 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 Manual for Courts-Martial authorizes the award of a punitive discharge if adjudged as part of the...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00046
The NDRB also advised that the Board first conducts a documentary review prior to any personal appearance hearing. Relief not warranted.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. PART IV - INFORMATION FOR THE APPLICANT If you believe that the decision in your case is unclear, not responsive to the issues you raised, or does not otherwise comport with...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00048
MD03-00048 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021007, 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, no impropriety or inequity in the characterization of the Applicant’s service was discovered by the NDRB. Thank you for your time Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00049
Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:Applicant's DD Form 214 (Member 4) (2 copies) PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: None Inactive: USMCR(J) 950322 - 950326 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 950327 Date of Discharge: 990115 Length of Service (years, months, days):Active: 03 09 19 Inactive: None Necessary...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00050
MD03-00050 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021002, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable or general/under honorable conditions. The Applicant requested discharge for the good of the service to escape trial by court-martial. Additionally, there is no law, or regulation, which provides that an unfavorable discharge may be upgraded based solely on the passage of time, or good conduct in civilian life,...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00051
MD03-00051 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021002, 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, no impropriety or inequity in the characterization of the Applicant’s service was discovered by the NDRB. The Applicant is reminded that he remains eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided an...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00052
931115: Applicant has been determined to be overweight and was directed to meet the following weight reduction goal: 4 pounds per month. Specifically, failure to meet Marine Corps weight standards. [Failed to meet USMC weight standards on weight control extension and is therefore recommended for separation from the naval service.]
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00053
MD03-00053 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021002, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. Drug abuse warranted processing for separation, normally under other than honorable conditions. You should read Enclosure (5) of the Directive before submitting such a complaint.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00054
Necessary corrective actions explained, sources of assistance provided, disciplinary and discharge warning issued.000301: NJP for violation of UCMJ, Article 86: Did on or about 0700, 000107, without authority, absent himself from his place of duty at which he was required to be, to wit: section formation at Sakura theater, located at MCAS, Iwakuni, Japan, and did remain so absent until on or about 0715, 000107.Awarded forfeiture of $300.00 pay per month for 1 month (suspended for 3 months),...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00055
MD03-00055 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021007, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. I had not been informed that if I was gone for 30 days I could be sent to the brig and given a bad discharge or I would have made extra effort to get things taken care of and get back to the base. The Applicant’s conduct, which forms the primary basis for determining the character of his...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00056
MD03-00056 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021002, 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 Copy of Travel Orders PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active:...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00057
PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The Applicant was discharged on 19970128 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 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...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00058
MD03-00058 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20020930, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. ISSUE ONE My discharge was improper because I was awarded an Honorable Discharge Certificate. Secretary of the Navy Instruction 1920.6A (ADMINISTRATIVE SEPARATION OF OFFICERS) effective 21 Nov 1983 until 12 Dec 1999 establishes policies, standards and procedures for the administrative separation of Navy and Marine...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00074
Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:Copy of DD Form 214 (Copy 4 and 1) Copy of BCNR application (DD Form 149) dtd Feb 15, 2002 Service Health Record entry dtd Mar 3, 1997 (2 pages) PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: None Inactive: USMCR(J) 950818 - 960805 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 960806 Date of...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00075
MD03-00075 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021010, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. 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. Additionally, there is no law, or regulation, which provides that an unfavorable discharge may be upgraded...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00076
After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, no impropriety or inequity in the characterization of the Applicant’s service was discovered by the NRDB. Chronological Listing of Significant Service Events : 900206: Applicant briefed upon and certified understanding of Marine Corps policy concerning illegal use of drugs.920324: Counseled for deficiencies in performance and conduct. PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00095
Charge I: violation of the UCMJ, Article 86 (2 specifications): Unauthorized absence. Based upon the member’s record of service and the reason for this action, I recommend that the characterization of service be under other than honorable conditions.” 000424: 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, but...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00096
MD03-00096 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021017, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. (Equity Issue) This former member requests that the Board include provisions of SECNAVINST 5420.174C, enclosure (1), Chapter 9, as it pertains to post-service conduct, in assessing the merits of this application. PART IV - INFORMATION FOR THE APPLICANT If you believe that the decision in your case is unclear, not...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00097
MD03-00097 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021015, 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) 970613 - 980210 COG Period of Service...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00098
Necessary corrective actions explained, sources of assistance provided, disciplinary and discharge warning issued.950717: Summary Court-Martial: Charge I: violation of the UCMJ, Article 121 (4 specs): Specification 1: Larceny and wrongful appropriation of a check during the month of June 1994 aboard MCBH, HI. Charge II: violation of the UCMJ, Article 123 (2 specs): Specification 1: Forgery of a check on 940624 on the island of Oahu, HI. The Applicant was discharged upon his end of active...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00099
(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 on the basis of his post-service conduct. 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...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00100
MD03-00100 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021016, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. Since this eval the pt has had continued difficulties with his peers and authority figures at work. 000503: 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.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00121
MD03-00121 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021022, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable and the reason for the discharge be changed to non-involuntary. 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. Documentation In addition to the service record (there was NO...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00122
MD03-00122 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021017, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable and the reason for the discharge be changed to “a re-enlistment code that I can re-enter the service.” The Applicant requested a documentary record discharge review. When he still had no improvement on this regimen, I explained to him that he either needed to return to full duty or have the cyst removed surgically. ...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00124
Not appealed.991118: NJP for violation of UCMJ, Article 111: DWI (refusal) on 991024; violation of UCMJ, Article 92: Failure to obey order or regulation by wearing earrings on 991024.Awarded forfeiture of $450.00 per month for 1 month, restriction and extra duties for 30 days. 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 in the naval...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00125
MD03-00125 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021024, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. The Applicant requested a documentary record discharge review. The fact that the Applicant was in a limited duty status during much of his enlistment does not make his assignment to weight control and subsequent administrative separation for failure to maintain weight standards either improper or inequitable.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00127
MD03-00127 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021025, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable and the reason for the discharge be changed to secretarial authority. Issues, as submitted Whether Applicant’s psychiatric conditions so contributed to his alleged misconduct that an administrative separation board for misconduct was inappropriate.2. 910215: An Administrative Discharge Board, based upon a...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00148
The NDRB also advised that the Board first conducts a documentary review prior to any personal appearance hearing. Chronological Listing of Significant Service Events :980604: Applicant briefed upon and certified understanding of Marine Corps policy concerning illegal use of drugs.000222: Counseled for deficiencies in performance and conduct. After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, the Board found that the discharge was...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00150
Days of Unauthorized Absence: 53 Character, Narrative Reason, and Authority of Discharge (at time of issuance):UNDER CONDITIONS OTHER THAN HONORABLE/Separation in lieu of trial by court-martial, authority: MARCORSEPMAN Par. 880523: Applicant to unauthorized absence from 2001, 880523.880604: Applicant in hands of civilian authorities 2359, 880604. 880606: Applicant from unauthorized absence 1059, 880606 (13 days/apprehended).880606: Counseled for deficiencies in performance and conduct.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00151
The diagnosis of a Personality Disorder was inappropriate and was not reviewed by a Medical Discharge Board prior to the discharge processing by my command This discharge was processed without review by any Medical Board as evidenced by LT. N_'s form letter dated August 10, 1995 (encl. AXIS II: Personality disorder NOS with narcissistic and paranoid features.Necessary corrective actions explained, sources of assistance provided, disciplinary and discharge warning issued.950908: Applicant...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00153
“While I was serving my Reserve obligation I was put on TNPQ, Temporarily Not Physically Qualified, status because of a shoulder injury I received in the summer of 1995. Being that there was no record of my injury I was labeled as UNSAT and was given an “Under other than honorable” administrative discharge from the reserves. The Applicant remains eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided an application is received, at the NDRB, within 15 years from the date of discharge.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00154
I was one of the only working females in his unit that was not tucked safely away in inventory control or the parts department. At the time of my decision to get out, I was going to counseling for an eating disorder through the military. While the NDRB respects the fact that the Applicant tried, her service is equitably characterized as being performed under honorable conditions (general).
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00155
970523: 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, the misconduct warranted separation, and recommended discharge general (under honorable conditions) and recommended separation be suspended for 12 months. After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, the Board found that the discharge was...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00157
MD03-00157 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021101, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. Pt was seen in the E.R. The Applicant remains eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided an application is received, at the NDRB, within 15 years from the date of discharge.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00176
MD03-00176 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021106, 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 introduced no decisional issues for consideration by the Board. You should read Enclosure (5) of the Directive before...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00177
MD03-00177 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021106, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. Although Major L_ (Applicant) requests that he be separated with an Honorable or General (Under Honorable Conditions) characterization of service, he acknowledges that he may be separated with an Other Than Honorable characterization of service. The NDRB respects the fact the Applicant had...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00178
Chronological Listing of Significant Service Events :970730: Applicant reenlisted for 4 years in pay grade E-5.000721: Applicant notified of intended recommendation for discharge under other than honorable conditions by reason of misconduct due to drug abuse.000814: Applicant advised of his rights and having consulted with counsel certified under UCMJ Article 27B, elected to appear before an Administrative Discharge Board. The factual basis for this recommendation was based upon the Defense...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00179
MD03-00179 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021106, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. This is what motivated my command to not only get me out of the Marine Corp as an alcohol treatment failure but to include the characterization of pattern of misconduct. At this time, the applicant has not provided any post-service documentation for the Board to consider.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00180
I was told that in order to have anything done about my knees, I would need to upgrade my 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) 000823 - 010521 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 010522 Date of Discharge: 011129 Length of...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00181
980428: Applicant’s weight: 270 pounds, Body Fat: 31%.980508: Applicant notified of intended recommendation for discharge general (under honorable conditions) by reason of unsatisfactory performance of duties.980511: Commanding officer recommended discharge general (under honorable conditions) due to weight control failure. The applicant does not deny that he failed to maintain Marine Corps height and weight standards in violation of MCO 6100.10 and he failed to make reasonable progress...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00198
Issues, as submitted Prior to the documentary discharge review, the Applicant introduced no issues, as block 8 on the DD Form 293 is blank. [Violation of the UCMJ Article 91, 92 dated 930212 disregard to Marine Corps Regulation to include NJP dated 920909 in reference to assault, page 11 entry dated 930122, not being at your appointed place of duty.] The Applicant’s conduct, which forms the primary basis for determining the character of his service, reflects his disobedience of the orders...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00199
Before the Marine Corps, I had never been in any type of trouble. Additionally, there is no law, or regulation, which provides that an unfavorable discharge may be upgraded based solely on the passage of time, or good conduct in civilian life, subsequent to leaving the service. 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...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00200
MD03-00200 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021113, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. As a subsequent issue, I am requesting that you record a recommendation for reenlistment as part of your decision. The Applicant's service record did not contain any unusual circumstances during his twelve days in the Marine Corps to warrant a change of discharge to "honorable."