NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801470
Applicant’s Request:Characterization change to: Narrative Reason change to: Summary of ServicePrior Service: Inactive: USNR (DEP)NFIRActive: Period of Service Under Review: Date of Enlistment: 19930216Period of Enlistment: YearsExtensionDate of Discharge:19960619Length of Service: Years Months04 DaysEducation Level: Age at Enlistment:AFQT: NFIRHighest Rank/Rate:NFIREvaluationMarks:Performance:NFIRBehavior:NFIROTA: NFIRAwards and Decorations (per DD 214):Periods of UA/CONF:...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801471
The Applicant should be aware completion of these items alone does not guarantee an upgrade from an unfavorable discharge as each discharge is reviewed by the Board on a case-by-case basis to determine if post-service conduct mitigates the reason for the characterization of discharge.The Applicant provided no statements on the DD Form-293. After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801472
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, Articles 92 and112a DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1.Access to medical benefits.2. The NDRB determined based on the serious nature of the Applicant’s offenses, and the sustained pattern of misconduct, the awarded...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801473
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENT Applicant’s Issues 1. The Applicant requested for the NDRB to consider his post-service conduct in support of his request for an upgrade in his characterization to “Honorable.” Besides the Applicant’s statement on the DD Form 293, he provided an additional character reference and other post-service related documents on his behalf. appropriate based on the Applicant’s post-service conduct.After a...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801474
The Applicant is advised that completion of these items alone does not guarantee the upgrade of an unfavorable discharge, as each discharge is reviewed by the Board on a case by case basis to determine if post service conduct mitigates the reason for the characterization of discharge. The Applicant did not submit any evidence or make any statements concerning post-service conduct for the NDRB to consider and therefore the NDRB determined an upgrade would be inappropriate.After a thorough...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801475
The NDRB determined an upgrade to the Applicant’s discharge would be inappropriateAfter a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record Entries, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found ADDENDUM: Information for the Applicant Complaint Procedures : 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801476
The events that transpired during the Applicant’s career in the Navy were a direct result of the Applicant’s self-denial he had an alcohol problem and the Navy only diagnosing him as an alcohol abuser and not as being alcohol dependent. The characterization of service received, “General (Under Honorable Conditions)”, was determined to be an appropriate characterization considering the length of service and the UCMJ violations involved, and based on the limited post service documentation...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801477
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENT Applicant’s Issues 1. ” Additional Reviews : Subsequent to a document review, former members are eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided the application is received at the NDRB within 15 years from the date of discharge. Additionally, the NDRB does not have the authority to change a narrative reason for separation to one indicating a medical disability or other medical related reasons.
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801478
The Board determined an upgrade would be inappropriate.After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record Entries, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found ADDENDUM: Information for the Applicant Complaint Procedures : 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 Instruction...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801479
Types of Documents Submitted/reviewedRelated to Military Service: DD 214: Service/Medical Record: Other Records: Related to Post-Service Period: Employment: Finances: Education/Training: Health/Medical Records: Substance Abuse: Criminal Records: Family/Personal Status: Community Service: References: Additional Statements: From Applicant: From Representation:From Congress member: Other Documentation (Describe): DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801480
However, after a complete review of the entire record, including the evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board determined that the discharge was appropriate in light of the nature and seriousness of the Applicant’s misconduct, and that the evidence of post-service conduct was not sufficient to convince the Board an upgrade was appropriate at this time.After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record Entries, Discharge Process and...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801481
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENT Applicant’s Issues 1. ” Additional Reviews : Subsequent to a document review, former members are eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided the application is received at the NDRB within 15 years from the date of discharge. Additionally, the Board has no authority to upgrade a discharge for the sole purpose of enhancing reenlistment opportunities.
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801482
After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record Entries, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found ADDENDUM: Information for the Applicant Complaint Procedures : 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 Instruction 1332.28, you may submit a complaint in accordance with...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801483
The Applicant has provided documentation of employment, credit score, police record check, character references, and educational accomplishments in support of his request for an upgrade.While the Board applauds the Applicant’s post service efforts, the Board determined the evidence of post-service conduct did not to mitigate the misconduct which precipitated the discharge. After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record Entries,...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801484
The Board determined based on the limited documentation provided an upgrade would be inappropriate and the characterization of service received, “Under Other Than Honorable”, was an appropriate characterization considering the time served and the nature of the UCMJ violation involved.After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found ADDENDUM: Information for the...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801492
” Additional Reviews : Subsequent to a document review, former members are eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided the application is received at the NDRB within 15 years from the date of discharge. If a former member has been discharged for more than 15 years, has already been granted a personal appearance hearing or has otherwise exhausted his opportunities before the NDRB, the Applicant may petition the Board for Correction of Naval Records (BCNR), 2 Navy Annex, Washington,...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801493
After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record Entries, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found ADDENDUM: Information for the Applicant Complaint Procedures : 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 Instruction 1332.28, you may submit a complaint in accordance with...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801494
The Applicant has requested an upgrade of his discharge characterization to “Honorable” based on his post service conduct. After a thorough review of the applicant’s service record and other evidence; such as:the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record, Discharge Process and additional evidence submitted by the Applicant to the Board, it was determined that relief is warranted. ” Additional Reviews : Subsequent to a document review, former members are eligible for a personal appearance...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801495
The Applicant should also be aware that, with respect to nonservice-related administrative matters, i.e., VA benefits, educational pursuits, and especially civilian employment, an uncharacterized separation is considered the equivalent of an honorable or general (under honorable conditions) discharge.After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record Entries, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801496
The Applicant should be aware completion of these items alone does not guarantee an upgrade from an unfavorable discharge as each discharge is reviewed by the Board on a case-by-case basis to determine if post-service conduct mitigates the reason for the characterization of discharge.Besides the personal statement provided on the DD Form-293, the Applicant provided The Board determined based on the limited documentation provided an upgrade would be inappropriate and the characterization of...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801497
The Board determined based on the limited documentationprovided and the circumstances surrounding the situation that an upgrade would be inappropriate and the characterization of service received, “Under Other Than Honorable”, was an appropriate characterization considering the time served and the nature of the UCMJ violation involved.After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801498
Narrative Reason for Discharge:PHYSICAL STANDARDS ” Additional Reviews : Subsequent to a document review, former members are eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided the application is received at the NDRB within 15 years from the date of discharge. Additionally, the NDRB does not have the authority to change a narrative reason for separation to one indicating a medical disability or other medical related reasons.Only the Board for Correction of Naval Records can grant this...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801499
The NDRB determined an upgrade would be inappropriate.After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record Entries, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found Pertinent Regulation/Law A. ” Additional Reviews : Subsequent to a document review, former members are eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided the application is received at the NDRB within 15 years from the date of discharge. ...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801500
Applicant’s Request:Characterization change to: Narrative Reason change to: Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive: USNR (DEP)20020228 - 20020325Active: Period of Service Under Review: Date of Enlistment: 20020326Period of Enlistment: YearsExtensionDate of Discharge:20030909Length of Service:Years Months14 DaysEducation Level: Age at Enlistment:AFQT:41Highest Rank/Rate:MSSNEvaluationMarks:Performance:3.0(1) Behavior:1.0(1)OTA:2.17Awards and Decorations (per DD...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801501
Applicant’s Request:Characterization change to: Narrative Reason change to: Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive: USNR (DEP)19940307 - 19940911Active: Period of Service Under Review: Date of Enlistment: 19940912Period of Enlistment: YearsExtensionDate of Discharge:19991022Length of Service: Years Months11 DaysEducation Level: Age at Enlistment:AFQT: 71Highest Rank/Rate:OS3EvaluationMarks:Performance:NFIR Behavior:NFIROTA: NFIRAwards and Decorations (per DD 214):GCM NDSMNJP:-...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801502
Additionally, there is sufficient evidence to substantiate discharge for misconduct due to the commission of serious offenses and the fact the misconduct did not occur “back to back” as the Applicant contends is of no consequence since all of the NJP’s which led to the Applicant’s discharge occurred during the current enlistment as required under MILPERSMAN 1910 -210.After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record Entries, Discharge...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801504
Types of Documents Submitted/reviewedRelated to Military Service: DD 214: Service/Medical Record: Other Records: Related to Post-Service Period: Employment: Finances: Education/Training: Health/Medical Records: Substance Abuse: Criminal Records: Family/Personal Status: Community Service: References: Additional Statements: From Applicant: From Representation:From Congress member: Other Documentation (Describe): DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801505
The Applicant did not provide any evidence, nor was there any contained in her service record, that a medical condition was the cause of her misconduct.The Applicant has requested an upgrade of her discharge characterization to “Honorable”. The Board determined based on the limited documentation provided and the circumstances surrounding the situation that an upgrade would be inappropriate and the characterization of service received, “General (Under Honorable Conditions) ” , was an...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801506
The Applicant should be aware completion of these items alone does not guarantee an upgrade from an unfavorable discharge as each discharge is reviewed by the Board on a case-by-case basis to determine if post-service conduct mitigates the reason for the characterization of discharge.Besides the personal statement provided on the DD Form-293, the Applicant The Board determined based on the limited documentation provided and the circumstances surrounding the situation that an upgrade would...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801508
The Board determined based on the lack of post service documentation provided and the misconductthat an upgrade would be inappropriate and the characterization of service received, “Under Other Than Honorable ” , was an appropriate characterization considering the time served and the nature of the UCMJ violations involved.After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801509
The NDRB determined the Applicant’s narrative reason for separation was accurately given as “personality disorder.” The Applicant provides no documented evidence which disputes this medical determination and the Board determined a change to the narrative reason would be inappropriate.After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record Entries, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found ADDENDUM: Information...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801510
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENT Applicant’s Issues 1. After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record Entries, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found ADDENDUM: Information for the Applicant Complaint Procedures : If you believe that the decision in your case is unclear, not responsive to the issues you raised, or does not otherwise...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801511
The Applicant should be aware completion of these items alone does not guarantee an upgrade from an unfavorable discharge as each discharge is reviewed by the Board on a case-by-case basis to determine if post-service conduct mitigates the reason for the characterization of discharge.Besides the personal statement provided on the DD Form-293, the Applicant only provided a letter from his Congressmen dated in November 2001 which is inresponse to the Applicant asking the Senator for help in...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801512
The Board determined based on the lack of post service documentation provided an upgrade would be inappropriate and the characterization of service received, “Under Other Than Honorable”, was an appropriate characterization considering the time served and the nature of the UCMJ violations involved.After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found Pertinent...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801513
While the Board applauds the Applicant’s post service efforts, the Board determined the evidence of post-service conduct was not sufficient enough to warrant an upgrade.After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record Entries, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found Dissenting Opinion:The Applicant was administratively discharged based on misconduct due to drug abuse and given a characterization of...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801514
The Applicant is advised that completion of these items alone does not guarantee the upgrade of an unfavorable discharge, as each discharge is reviewed by the Board on a case by case basis to determine if post service conduct mitigates the reason for the characterization of discharge. The Board determined the characterization of service received, “General (Under Honorable Conditions)”, was an appropriate characterization considering the time served and the UCMJ violations involved, and...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801515
The NDRB determined an upgrade would be inappropriate.After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record Entries, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found ADDENDUM: Information for the Applicant Complaint Procedures : 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 Instruction...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801526
After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record Entries, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found Pertinent Regulation/Law A. ” Additional Reviews : Subsequent to a document review, former members are eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided the application is received at the NDRB within 15 years from the date of discharge. If a former member has been discharged for more than 15 years,...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801527
The Board determined based on the limited documentation provided and the circumstances surrounding the discharge that an upgrade would be inappropriate and the characterization of service received, “General (Under Honorable Conditions) ” was an appropriate characterization considering the time served and the nature of the UCMJ violations involved.After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record, Discharge Process and evidence submitted...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801528
The Board has determined an upgrade is not warranted at this time based on the seriousness of the offense committed and the evidence of post service employment was not sufficient to mitigate the misconduct which resulted in her discharge. ” Additional Reviews : Subsequent to a document review, former members are eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided the application is received at the NDRB within 15 years from the date of discharge. If a former member has been discharged for...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801529
The Applicant is advised that completion of these items alone does not guarantee the upgrade of an unfavorable discharge, as each discharge is reviewed by the Board on a case by case basis to determine if post-service accomplishments help demonstrate previous in-service misconduct was an aberration and not indicative of the member’s overall character.At this time, the Applicant has not provided any documentation for the Board to consider an upgrade.After a thorough review of the available...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801530
Based on the command’s failure to administratively discharge the Applicant in a timely manner, the lack of evidence in the record to justify a delay in discharge and the mental condition of the Applicant at the time of discharge, the Board voted 4:1 to change the narrative reason to “Secretarial Authority” and voted unanimously to upgrade the characterization of service to “General (Under Honorable Conditions)”. After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801531
The Applicant is advised that completion of these items alone does not guarantee the upgrade of an unfavorable discharge, as each discharge is reviewed by the Board on a case by case basis to determine if post service conduct mitigates the reason for the characterization of discharge.The Applicant provided a personal statement and as evidence of post-service accomplishments. The Board determined the characterization of service received, “Under Other Than Honorable Conditions”, was an...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801532
The Applicant has requested an upgrade in his discharge characterization to “Honorable”. The Board determined without convincing evidence from the Applicant to rebut the presumption of regularity an upgrade would be inappropriate.After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record Entries, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found ADDENDUM: Information for the Applicant Complaint Procedures : If you...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801533
” Additional Reviews : Subsequent to a document review, former members are eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided the application is received at the NDRB within 15 years from the date of discharge. If a former member has been discharged for more than 15 years, has already been granted a personal appearance hearing or has otherwise exhausted his opportunities before the NDRB, the Applicant may petition the Board for Correction of Naval Records (BCNR), 2 Navy Annex, Washington,...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801534
In the absence of more concrete evidence than the Applicant’s statement, the Board determined the discharge did not warrant an upgrade.After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record Entries, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found ADDENDUM: Information for the Applicant Complaint Procedures : If you believe that the decision in your case is unclear, not responsive to the issues you raised, or does...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801535
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENT Applicant’s Issues 1. The Applicant requested Separation in Lieu of Trial by Court-Martial on 10 June 2003, ten months and 18 days after the end of his first 180 days of service making him ineligible for an entry level separation. Record Entries, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found ADDENDUM: Information for the Applicant Complaint Procedures : If you believe...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801536
The Applicant made a personal appearance before the NDRB represented by an American Legion representative contending his characterization of service should be upgraded to “Honorable” and the narrative reason changed to “Secretarial authority” because the Applicant’s discharge was too harsh based on his in-service performance, which included a six-month deployment to the Persian Gulf and no record of misconduct prior to reporting to the USS STEVEN W. GROVES (FFG 29). Summary: After a...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801537
By a vote of the Narrative Reason shall MISCONDUCT (CIVILIAN CONVICTION).Discussion : either which the Board cannot form the basis of relief for the Applicant, or the Board does not have the authority to grant the relief for which the Applicant petitioned. Based on the Applicant’s repeated poor choice of driving while under the influence of alcohol and his failure to reveal his first civil conviction, the Board determined an upgrade was not warranted.After a thorough review of the available...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801538
The Applicant is advised that completion of these items alone does not guarantee the upgrade of an unfavorable discharge, as each discharge is reviewed by the Board on a case by case basis to determine if post service conduct mitigates the reason for the characterization of discharge.Although the Applicant states he has matured and changed, he did notprovide a personal statement, supporting documentation of post service accomplishments or character witness statements to support his request...