USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00203
MD03-00203 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021113, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. Even though he was absent without leave he did serve his country honorably while he was in the Marine Corps. Issue 2: In a statement (Request for Separation in lieu of Trial by Court-Martial) written in his own hand and signed on 29 Aug 91, the Applicant asked the Commanding General, I...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00204
My discharge received must be characterized as honorable so as not to disqualify me as an Applicant.” Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:Copies of DD Form 214 (2) Copy of Discharge Information Copy of Commanding Officer’s Discharge Recommendation Copy of Notification and Acknowledgment of Separation Proceedings Medical Disposition Officer’s Recommendation Copy of Recruit Information Card (3...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00205
MD03-00205 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021114, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. “In closing, I am respectfully requesting the discharge upgrade to Honorable as well as the re-entry code be upgraded to support re-enlistment so that I may further serve my country upon completion of my college degree.” Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation,...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00206
The Applicant requested a documentary record discharge review. Before entering the Marine Corps I had never used any drugs, and since that time I haven’t used any drugs. I want to thank you for taking the time to review my request, and if you have any more questions, you are free to ask.” 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...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00237
MD03-00237 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021121, 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’s illegal drug use represents a flouting of Marine Corps policy on drug abuse and brings...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00239
MD03-00239 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021118, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. I’m sorry about my action on active duty. Chronological Listing of Significant Service Events : 910916: NJP for violation of UCMJ, Article 92:Specification: Violated a lawful general order by consuming an alcoholic beverage on 910914.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00240
PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION With respect to a discharge adjudged by a court-martial case, the action of the NDRB is restricted to upgrades based on clemency (C, Part IV). The NDRB found the Applicant’s overall service record and evidence of post-service conduct warranted an act of clemency concerning the characterization of service.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00241
Thank you for your consideration.” 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) 870327 - 870920 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 870921 Date of Discharge: 901015 Length of Service (years, months, days):Active: 03 00 25 Inactive: None Chronological...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00242
MD03-00242 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20030115, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. “ To Whom It May Concern: The reason I am writing this issue is to inform you why I received a “other than honorable discharge” and request an upgrade to an “honorable discharge”. Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:Copy...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00243
Official Release: I received my check-out sheet to separate from the Marine Corps in March 2002, four months after my Administrative Separation Board hearing. Current Situation: My inequitable OTH Discharge has barred me from many well-deserved benefits as a military veteran who has served his country for 59 months. 011130: An Administrative Discharge Board, based upon a preponderance of the evidence and by unanimous vote, found that the Applicant had committed misconduct due to drug...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00244
st MEB] directed the Applicant's discharge under honorable conditions (general) by reason of alcohol rehabilitation failure. PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The Applicant was discharged on 19930303 under honorable conditions (general) due to alcohol abuse rehabilitation failure (A). 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...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00267
PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The Applicant was discharged on 19941212 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). While he may feel that his previous honorable service in the Army, his proficiency and conduct marks during the period of enlistment in question and the awards and...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00268
PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The Applicant was discharged on 19970709 with a bad conduct discharge which was the sentence adjudged by special court-martial that was determined to be legal and proper by appellate review authority. After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, the Board found that the discharge was proper and equitable (D and E).In the Applicant’s issue 1, the Board...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00269
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. 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 | 2003_Marine | MD03-00270
MD03-00270 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021121, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. The Applicant requested a documentary record discharge review. I believe my Discharge was unjust only for the fact...I submitted an approval request for an Authorized Leave to my supervisor which was denied.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00292
MD03-00292 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20021204, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable or under honorable conditions (general) and that the narrative reason be changed to pattern of misconduct or secretarial authority. Not appealed.891018: Vacate forfeiture awarded at Commanding Officer’s NJP dated 891005.891101: Counseled for deficiencies in performance and conduct. CA action 891225: Sentence approved...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00318
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. The Board’s regulations limit its review to a determination on the propriety and equity of the discharge. 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 service, and falls short of that required for an honorable or...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00319
The Applicant requests that the characterization of service received at the time of 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. Evidence of continuing educational pursuits, employment record, documentation of community service, certification of non-involvement with civil authorities and...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00322
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of 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. 001214: An Administrative Discharge Board, based upon a preponderance of the evidence and by unanimous vote, found that the Applicant had committed misconduct due to...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00338
MD03-00338 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20021217. Issues, as stated Applicant’s issues, as stated on the application:“My discharge was inequitable because it was based on one isolated incident in 28 months of service with no other adverse action.” 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...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00339
MD03-00339 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20021219. The Applicant requests that the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. 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 Applicant’s performance and conduct during the period of service under review.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00340
MD03-00340 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20021217. The Applicant requests that the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. Thank you for considering my application.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00369
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. By regulation, members who are processed for discharge within the first 180 days of enlistment are given characterization of service as “uncharacterized” unless there were unusual circumstances regarding performance or conduct which would merit an “honorable” characterization. The Applicant’s service record did not contain any unusual circumstances during his six months in the...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00374
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of 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’s service record did not contain any unusual circumstances during his less than one month in the military during the enlistment period under review to...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00399
MD03-00399 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20030109. “I A_ A_, was discharged from the Marine Corps, Under Other Than Honorable Conditions for smoking marijuana. Due to your continued misconduct, disregard for military authority and failure to complete Level III treatment, I have determined that you do not possess potential for further service and, accordingly, your retention is not warranted.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00400
“(Equity Issue) This former member which proffers that he was wrongfully separated opines that his General (Under Honorable Conditions) discharge is too harsh for his misconduct of record and thereby warrants the Board’s relief with recharacterization of his service period to fully Honorable.” 6. PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: None Inactive: USMCR(J) 920618 - 930609 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment:...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00402
MD03-00402 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20030109. The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. Showing up to work drunk on 991019, screened by the medical officer on 991021 and SACC, diagnosed as being alcohol dependent and refusing to attend alcohol treatment as recommended by the SACC.]
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00403
MD03-00403 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 20030107, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. Evidence of continuing educational pursuits, employment record, documentation of community service, certification of non-involvement with civil authorities and credible evidence of a substance free lifestyle, are examples of verifiable documentation that may be provided to receive consideration for relief, based on...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00404
MD03-00404 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20030109. 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 porpoise of this letter is to ask you (the Board) to consider in changing my reason of my discharge from the United States Marine Corps in 1998.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00406
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of 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. I was discharged from the United States Marine Corps on June 16, 2000 with an Other Than Honorable Discharge, because of the results of a positive drug test.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00407
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. 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. [Assignment to the Weight Control Program (WCP) in accordance with MCO 6100.10, effective 930111.]
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00408
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. LEGION):“On behalf of the above referenced applicant, and in accordance with 32 C.F.R., section 724.166; SECNAVINST 5420.174C, enclosure (1), paragraph 1.16, The American Legion submits to the Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB or Board) the following informal comments; and/or issue(s). This case is now respectfully submitted to the Board for...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00423
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:Thirteen pages of medical records Applicant’s certification of military service, issued by October 7, 2002 Applicant’s DD Form 214 PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: None Inactive:...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00425
MD03-00425 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20030116. This former member further 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.” Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:Copy of DD Form 214 Two photos of Applicant Letter from CANG...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00426
MD03-00426 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20030114. Chronological Listing of Significant Service Events :871120: NJP for violation of UCMJ, Article 92: Violated ScolO 1050.3S by breaking curfew on 871021.Awarded forfeiture of $200.00 per month for 2 months, and 30 days CC. While the Applicant may feel these offenses were minor, his conduct reflects his disobedience of the orders and directives which regulate good order and discipline in the naval...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00427
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. My discharge lowered from a recommended honorable discharge to a general discharge under honorable conditions because of periods of unauthorized absences during my time of service. The Applicant received two non-judicial punishments and had two other cases of unauthorized absence, but was not charged because he checked himself into the Naval Hospital Mental Health Unit.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00428
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. The reason was that I tested positive for drug use. Not appealed.010319: Applicant notified of intended recommendation for discharge under other than honorable conditions by reason of misconduct due to drug abuse.010319: Commanding Officer recommended discharge under other than honorable conditions by reason of misconduct due to drug abuse.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00429
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to under honorable conditions. (f) (1).In further support the FSM states that he went on un-authorized leave (UA) due to family problems initiated while he served in Japan. As the representative, we ask that consideration be given to equitable relief, as this is a matter that involves a determination whether a discharge should be changed under the equity standards, to include any issue upon...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00430
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of 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. Additional issues submitted by Applicant’s counsel/representative (American Legion):
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00454
MD03-00454 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20030124. The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. 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...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00456
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. The Applicant requests a documentary record discharge review. Certainly, we request that where reasonable doubt should arise with respect to his application that any and all doubt be resolved in his favor.” Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:Copy of DD Form 214 Letter from L_ J. B_,...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00457
MD03-00457 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20030124. The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. In fairness to those Marines, commanders and separation authorities are tasked to ensure that undeserving Marines receive no higher characterization than is due.The Board presumed that the Applicant’s administrative separation package and/or proficiency and conduct markings would...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00458
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to entry level separation or uncharacterized. 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) 970430 - 970721 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 970722 Date of...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00459
MD03-00459 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20030124. The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. The discharge was improper because the presence of marijuana in one urinalysis test should not be sufficient cause to list “Misconduct-Drug Abuse” as the Narrative Reason for separation.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00460
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. 911126: An Administrative Discharge Board, based upon a preponderance of the evidence and by unanimous vote, found that the Applicant had committed homosexuality acts, and that such acts warranted separation, and recommended discharge under honorable conditions (general). an Administrative Discharge Board, based upon a preponderance of the evidence, found that the Applicant had...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00461
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. I am requesting that my discharge from the United States Marine Corps be upgraded from a General (under honorable conditions) to a 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).When a Marine’s service has been honest and faithful, it is...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00463
MD03-00463 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20030122. The main reason I am able to accept this responsibility is strongly due to my training in the Marine Corp. Charge I: violation of the UCMJ, Article 128: Assault Cpl F_ on 19 Aug 88.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00464
MD03-00464 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20030124. The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. The Applicant requests a documentary record discharge review.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00491
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. 950309: NJP for violation of UCMJ, Article 86: Unauthorized absence from his place of duty at which he was required to be, to wit: 1300 sick call, located at MALS-16, MCAS Tustin, and did remain so absent until he returned to his work center on or about 0700, 950228; violation of UCMJ, Article 91: Disobeyed a lawful order issued by Sergeant R_ W. B_ to report to sick call at...
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00492
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. The wording is also incorrect, written in the wrong form, written as “you are” instead of “I was” (Please see #6 Administrative Remarks (1070)G) The entries are also class matters and do not reflect activities at my Command 4 th FIIU, Buckley ANGB, Aurora CO.” Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation,...