NAVY | DRB | 2004 Marine | MD04-01445
The Applicant requested 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, the Board found that the discharge was proper and equitable (C and D).Issue 1: The Veterans Administration determines eligibility for post-service benefits not the Navy Discharge Review Board (NDRB). The names, and votes of the members of the Board are recorded on the...
NAVY | DRB | 2004 Marine | MD04-01447
MD04-01447 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20040913. The Applicant requested the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. [… Absent himself without proper authority...] Necessary corrective actions explained, sources of assistance provided, disciplinary and discharge warning issued.960422: Applicant notified of intended recommendation for discharge under honorable conditions (general) for the convenience...
NAVY | DRB | 2004 Marine | MD04-01448
Knee had some pain from time to time (any knee that has surgery does) but nothing that would make me believe I could not run and become a Marine. 031216: Medical Officer, Branch Medical Clinic MCRD PI, examines Applicant: “Subject recruit [Applicant] has a physical condition, which existed prior to enlistment. By regulation, members discharged within the first 180 days of enlistment are given characterization of service "Uncharacterized" or entry-level separation unless there were unusual...
NAVY | DRB | 2004 Marine | MD04-01469
In the acknowledgement letter, the Applicant was informed that the Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB) first conducts a documentary review prior to any personal appearance hearing. Because the Applicant was never diagnosed as suffering from a personality disorder as is required by Reference (A), the Board found the Applicant’s narrative reason for separation improper. PART IV - INFORMATION FOR THE APPLICANT If you believe that the decision in your case is unclear, not responsive to the...
NAVY | DRB | 2004 Marine | MD04-01470
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. Training Officer (by direction) request a medical evaluation for Applicant in order to participate in a remedial physical training program. The Applicant was counseled for this deficiency, was determined to be medically fit for participation in a physical fitness program, and was assigned to the Remedial Physical Training Program each time.
NAVY | DRB | 2004 Marine | MD04-01471
PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION Age at Entry: 17 (Parental Consent) Years Contracted: 6 Education Level: 12 AFQT: 79 Highest Rank: LCpl MOS: 1141 Final Enlisted Performance Evaluation Averages (number of marks): Proficiency: 3.6 (9) Conduct: 2.9 (10) Military Decorations: None Unit/Campaign/Service Awards: MUC Days of Unauthorized Absence: 248 Character, Narrative Reason, and Authority of Discharge (at time of issuance):UNDER HONORABLE CONDITIONS...
NAVY | DRB | 2004 Marine | MD04-01472
The Applicant requested the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION While the NDRB respects the fact that the Applicant has a strong desire to reenlist to serve our “country in its time of need,” his prior service is equitably characterized as being performed under other than honorable conditions.
NAVY | DRB | 2004 Marine | MD04-01473
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. I do believe help would have changed the outcome of my actions. As of this time, the Applicant has not provided any documentation for the Board to consider.
NAVY | DRB | 2004 Marine | MD04-01474
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. I hereby sincerely request that my discharge be changes to a general under honorable conditions.I truly regret the mistakes I made during my service in the Marine Corps. At this time, the applicant has not provided sufficient documentation of post service character and conduct to mitigate the misconduct that resulted in his characterization of discharge.
NAVY | DRB | 2004 Marine | MD04-01477
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to uncharacterized and the reason for the discharge be changed to entry level separation. Character, Narrative Reason, and Authority of Discharge (at time of issuance):BAD CONDUCT DISCHARGE/COURT-MARTIAL, authority: MARCORSEPMAN Par. 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2004 Marine | MD04-01478
The Applicant’s misconduct is clearly documented. The Applicant’s service was marred by two nonjudicial punishment proceedings for violations of Articles 86 and 92 of the UCMJ and he was found guilty by a summary court-martial of violating of Article 86 (UA for 63 days). 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:Secretary of the Navy Council of Review Boards
NAVY | DRB | 2004 Marine | MD04-01479
PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The Applicant was discharged on 19930115 with a bad conduct discharge which was the sentence adjudged by a properly convened special 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 special or general court-martial for violation of the UCMJ, Article 123a, checks, intent to deceive.
NAVY | DRB | 2004 Marine | MD0400890
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable, general/under honorable conditions, entry level separation or uncharacterized. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The Applicant was discharged on 19941104 with a bad conduct discharge which was the sentence adjudged by a properly convened special court-martial.
NAVY | DRB | 2004 Marine | MD0401147
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable and the reason for the discharge be changed to Secretarial Authority. The summary of service clearly documents that unacceptable conduct was the reason the applicant was discharged. Secretary of the Navy Instruction 1920.6B (ADMINISTRATIVE SEPARATION OF OFFICERS) effective 13 Dec 1999 until Present establishes policies, standards and procedures for the administrative separation...
NAVY | DRB | 2004 Marine | MD0401271
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION 407, part 3.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 which the applicant submits to the Board’s discretionary authority, under SECNAVIST 5420.174D.
NAVY | DRB | 2004 Marine | MD0401361
Mandatory processing for separation is required for Marines who abuse illegal drugs. The Applicant’s service record is marred by a summary court-martial for illegal drug use and intent to deceive with a false official statement, thus substantiating the misconduct for which he was separated. As of this time, the Applicant has not provided sufficient documentation for the Board to consider.
NAVY | DRB | 2004 Marine | MD0401446
Decision A documentary discharge review was conducted in Washington, D.C. on 20050629. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION The Applicant may, however, petition the Board for Correction of Naval Records (BCNR), 2 Navy Annex, Washington, DC 20370-5100, concerning a change in the characterization of naval service, if he desires further review of his case.
NAVY | DRB | 2004 Marine | MD0401475
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. “ I D___ L. S___ request an upgrade from Under Other Than Honorable Conditions to Honorable because I wish to re-enter the Marine Corps and finish my service time. My decision to smoke marijuana was a choice that I made but feel that another form of discipline could have been used other than being discharged.