USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500030
PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION Charge I: Violation Art 121, UCMJ: Spec 1. 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, utter checks with intent to deceive.
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500031
The Applicant requested the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. Documentation The Applicant did not provide any additional documentation for the Board to review. The Applicant admitted guilt to the following violations of the UCMJ, Article 86: unauthorized absence, from 4 May 1991 until apprehended on 26 November 1991.920207: GCMCA [Base Commander, Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune] determined that Applicant had no potential for further...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500032
“I’m trying to go to school and to have a clear record in the military. Also thanks for reviewing my application.” Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered: 2 pages from Applicant’s SRB PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: None HON Inactive: USMCR (J) 000718 - 000827 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 000828 Date of...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500033
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered: Applicant’s medical record Applicant’s service record (CD) PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: None Inactive: USMCR(J) 990927 -...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500034
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY NAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEWDECISIONAL DOCUMENT ex-Pvt, USMC Docket No. PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The Applicant was discharged on 20020709 with a bad conduct discharge which was the sentence adjudged by a properly convened special court-martial. After a thorough review of the Applicant’s record and issues submitted, the Board determined that clemency was not warranted and that the sentence...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500035
The factual basis for this recommendation was the Applicant’s Company level NJP of 971126 for a violation of Article 86, Battalion level NJP on 991103 for violation of Article 86 x 3 and 91, and finally summary court-martial on 990304 for violation of Articles 91 and 123a.000107: Commanding General, 1 Additionally, the Applicant was found guilty at summary court-martial for violations of UCMJ Article 91, failure to obey a lawful order and 123a, uttering worthless checks The Applicant’s...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500036
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION “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 evidence assembled for review, we continue to note the contention of the appellant in his request for a discharge upgrade of his current Other Than Honorable...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500037
PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION Necessary corrective actions explained, sources of assistance provided, disciplinary and discharge warning issued.920916: NJP for violation of UCMJ, Article 86: … failed to go at the time prescribed …Awd forf of $205.00 per month for 1 month, and 14 days restriction and extra duties. Evidence of continuing educational pursuits, a positive employment record, documentation of community service, and certification of non-involvement with civil...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500038
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. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500039
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of 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:None PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: USMC 980629 - 011116 HON Inactive: USMCR(J) 980507 - 980628 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment:...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500040
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. 970824: Counseled for deficiencies in performance and conduct.
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500062
The Applicant requested the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. Necessary corrective actions explained, sources of assistance provided, disciplinary and discharge warning issued.010731: NJP for violation of UCMJ, Article 92: … violate a lawful order … Violation of UCMJ, Article 134 (3 specs):Specification 1: … assault … your roommate, by choking and pushing him down … Specification 2: … was … disorderly in conduct … Specification 3: …...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500063
The Applicant requested the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. of service.” 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 HON Inactive: USMCR (J) 880617 - 890607 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500064
After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, the Board found the discharge inequitable (C).On 20020912, competent medical authority recommended the Applicant for an expeditious administrative discharge due to her diagnosed borderline personality disorder. On 20020920, the Commanding Officer recommended the Applicant be separated from the Marine Corps due to a personality disorder with a general (under honorable conditions)...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500065
The Applicant requests the Discharge Characterization of Service received at the time of 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:Applicant’s DD Form 214 (Member 1) Applicant’s Privacy Act wavier, dated September 8, 2004 PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Inactive: USMCR...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500066
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION I was informed at the time of my discharge that the General Under Honorable Conditions discharge was the same as Honorable and would automatically upgrade in six months.
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500067
PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW Discussion The Applicant was discharged on 19941123 with a bad conduct discharge which was the sentence adjudged by a properly convened special court-martial. Issues 1, 2 and 4: With respect to a discharge adjudged by a court-martial case, the action of the NDRB is restricted to upgrades based on clemency. After a thorough review of the Applicant’s record and documented post-service accomplishments, the Board determined that...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500098
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. Decision A documentary discharge review was conducted in Washington, D.C. on 20050118. 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
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500099
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. 020919: GCMCA, Commander, Fleet Marine Force, Atlantic, directed the Applicant's discharge under other than honorable conditions by reason of misconduct due to drug abuse. Mandatory processing for separation is required for Marines who abuse illegal drugs.
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500100
PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION At that time he was suffering from severe depression over the death of a very good friend, Ms K_ L_ U_ L_. Mr M_ petitions the Marine Corps to reconsider his discharge with this evidence taken into consideration.” Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered: Applicant’s DD Form 214 Funeral program Newspaper article Special Court Martial Order dtd 001019 PART...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500101
MD05-00101 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20041013. 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:Applicant’s DD Form 214 Character Reference Letter from N_ B_, dated 26 May 2004 Character Reference Letter from J_ R. A_, dated 27 May 2004 Character...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500102
The Applicant requested the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. But its like they say no ones perfect and everybody makes mistakes and you learn form them.” 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...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500103
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. In accordance with Title 32, CFR, section 724.116 and SECNAVINST 5420.174D, Part I, Paragraph 1.20, The American Legion submits to the Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB or Board) the above issue and following statement in supplement to this Applicant’s petition. Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant,...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500104
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION His ‘uncharacterized’ separation hampers his ability to procure gainful employment post-service, and should be upgraded to Honorable.Statement: In accordance with 32 CFR § 724, and SECNAVINST 5420.174D, the Veterans of Foreign Wars submits to the Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB) the above issue and following statement in...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500105
The Applicant requested the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. Additionally, the record shows the Applicant had a thorough understanding of the Marine Corps’ policy on illegal drug use prior enlisting. 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 Attn: Naval Discharge Review Board 720...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500106
The Applicant requested 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 complaint in accordance with Enclosure (5) of that Directive. The names, and votes of the members of...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500107
MD05-00107 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20041020. The Applicant requested the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. The Applicant did not provide the Board with any additional evidence of post-service conduct in order to mitigate the offenses for which he was discharged.
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500108
MD05-00108 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20031202. 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.
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500144
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:Applicant’s DD Form 214 (2) PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: None Inactive: USMCR(J) 000925 - 010715 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 010716 Date of...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500145
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. Mandatory processing for separation is required for Marines who abuse illegal drugs. Neither issue serves to provide a foundation upon which the Board can grant relief.
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500147
The Applicant requested the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. The discharge shall remain: UNDER HONORABLE CONDITIONS (GENERAL)/Unsatisfactory Performance-Failure to conform to weight standards (administrative discharge board not required), authority: MARCORSEPMAN, Para 6206.1 PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION 920114: GCMCA [Commanding General, 2d Marine Division] directed the Applicant's discharge under honorable conditions...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500148
The Applicant requested the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. The factual basis for this recommendation was the Applicants positive urinalysis for THC. 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
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500149
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. Thank you 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) 960828 - 961117 COG Period of Service Under Review :Date of Enlistment: 961118 Date of Discharge: 981210...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500150
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 “ELS.” The Applicant requests a documentary record discharge review. I look forward to hearing from you as soon as possible.Sincerely,R_ M_ G_ (Applicant) ” Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered: DD Form 370 filed by H_ L. J_ Jr. DD...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500152
“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 evidence assembled for review, we continue to note the contention of the appellant in his request for a discharge upgrade of his current General, Under Honorable Conditions to that of Honorable.The FSM served on active service from October 20, 1997 to August 27, 1999 at which time he was discharged by reason of Personality...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500153
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION Necessary corrective actions explained, sources of assistance provided, disciplinary and discharge warning issued.
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500154
The Applicant requested the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. Necessary corrective actions explained, sources of assistance provided, disciplinary and discharge warning issued.000119: Applicant to UA (AWOL).000121: Applicant from UA (AWOL).000201: NJP for violation of UCMJ, Article 86: … absent himself from his appointed place of duty …Violation of UCMJ, Article 92 (2 specs):Specification 1: … failed to obey a lawful verbal order...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500176
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION 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 under honorable (general) characterization of service.
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500177
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY NAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENT ex-Pvt, USMC Docket No. MD05-00177 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20041103. The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to Honorable.
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500178
MD05-00178 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20041103. Specification 3: UA from 961008 to 961030. 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; Article 92, disobey a lawful order; and Article 128, assault.
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500179
MD05-00179 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20041108. The Applicant requested the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. I know I agreed to exit the service instead of awaiting the court-martial, but that decision was a decision based on the advise of my lawyer at the time because of the chage sheets that were being filed on me due to the lack of a case on the part of the prosecution.” Documentation In...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500181
The Applicant requested 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:Applicant’s DD Form 214 Military Personnel Records request (2 pages) PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge): Active: None Inactive: USMCR (J) 010911 - 020101 COG Period of Service Under Review...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500182
The Applicant requested the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. The factual basis for this recommendation was the Applicant’s “illegal use of cocaine and THC.” 990726: SJA review determined the case sufficient in law and fact.990730: GCMCA [Commanding General, Marine Corps Base Hawaii] directed the Applicant's discharge under other than honorable conditions by reason of misconduct due to drug abuse. The Applicant has not provided...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500183
ISSUES TO BE SUBMITTED BY THE REPRESENTATIVE Additional issues submitted by Applicant’s representative (American Legion): Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered: Unofficial transcripts for undergraduate courses, dated August 18, 2004 (2 pages) Service School Academic Evaluation Report, dated September 20, 2002 Letter from State of Ohio, The Adjutant General’s Department, dated April 3, 2003 (2...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500184
Statement: In accordance with 32 CFR § 724, and SECNAVINST 5420.174D, the Veterans of Foreign Wars submits to the Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB) the above issue and following statement in supplement to the Applicant’s petition.The applicant served honorably as a Marine NCO prior to 2 incidents of theft where he was found guilty by reason of Special Court Martial. 010313: Applicant notified of intended recommendation for discharge under other than honorable conditions by reason of...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500185
The Applicant requested the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION I now know that this has been bothering me and that I lacked my drive and that I have the knowledge that makes me an asset to the military and that I want to go ahead and know that I can contribute to the military, and its future.” Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500186
The Applicant requested the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. Evidence of continuing educational pursuits, a positive employment record, documentation of community service, and certification of non-involvement with civil authorities, are examples of verifiable documents that should be provided to receive consideration for relief, based on post-service conduct. The names, and votes of the members of the Board are recorded on the original...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500187
MD05-00187 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20041109. The Applicant requested the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable and the reason for the discharge be changed to “completion of required service (USMC) EAS.” The Applicant requested a documentary record review. At this time, the Applicant has not provided sufficient verifiable documentation of good character and conduct to mitigate his misconduct...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500206
The Applicant requested the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable and the reason for the discharge be changed to “Medical” and “Also the RE code s/b changed.” The Applicant requested a documentary record review. The medical narrative is in error when it states that I used marijuana twice in high school. 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...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0500207
MD05-00207 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20041103. The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION