NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801711
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 applauds the Applicant’s educational efforts. The Board determined the characterization of service received, “Under Other Than Honorable Conditions”, was an appropriate characterization considering...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801712
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 | ND0801713
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 | ND0801714
Education/Employment opportunities3 Record of service. The Board determined based on the lack of documentation provided 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 UCMJ violation involved. ” Additional Reviews : Subsequent to a document review, former members are eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided the application is received...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801715
The narrative reason for discharge shall remain the same.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...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801716
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1.Discharge unjust and unfair Decision Date: 20081120Location: Washington D.C. The Board determined based on the limited documentation provided an upgrade would be inappropriate and the characterization of service received, “General (Under Honorable Conditions)”, was an appropriate discharge characterization considering the UCMJ violations involved. ” Additional Reviews :...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801717
Applicant’s Request: Characterization change to: Narrative Reason change to: CONVENIENCE OF THE GOVERNMENT Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive: USNR (DEP) 20020416 - 20020619 Active: Period of Service Under Review: Date of Enlistment: 20020620Period of Enlistment: Years Extension Date of Discharge: 20070315Length of Service: Years Months26 Days Education Level: Age at Enlistment: AFQT: 95Highest Rank/Rate: MM3 Evaluation Marks: Performance: NFIR Behavior: NFIR OTA: NFIRAwards and...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801718
The Board determined the awarded discharge characterization was appropriate and an upgrade based on the fact the Applicant feels his actions were unintentional would be inappropriate.Issue 2: The Applicant is asking for help in locating a binder used by his defense attorney which documented the Applicant’s Naval service. It is recommended the Applicant contact his last command or his defense attorney for information on disposition of his binder.After a thorough review of the available...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801719
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 limited documentation of post service accomplishments. The Board determined that the documentation provided by the Applicant did not mitigate the misconduct that resulted in the...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801720
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 | ND0801721
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 | ND0801722
Applicant’s Request:Characterization change to: Narrative Reason change to: Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive: USNR (DEP)20050929 - 20060306Active: Period of Service Under Review: Date of Enlistment: 20060307Period of Enlistment: YearsExtensionDate of Discharge:20071109Length of Service: Years Months03 DaysEducation Level: Age at Enlistment:AFQT: 40Highest Rank/Rate:E4EvaluationMarks:Performance:3 (3) Behavior:2.6 (3)OTA: 2.7 (3)Awards and Decorations (per DD 214):Periods of...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801723
The NDRB determined the awarded discharge was appropriate and an upgrade based on lack of due process 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801724
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.The Applicant submitted a statement with his DD-293 Application showing participation in a 12-step substance abuse treatment program and...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801725
Furthermore, the record of evidence does not show any evidence of processing for a discharge other than the one given to him for the pattern of misconduct. 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801726
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. After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record Entries,...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801727
She waived her right to an administrative hearingand representation by qualified military or civilian counsel.The Applicant’s allegation that the command threatened her with a dishonorable discharge is without merit since she had an opportunity and did consult with counsel before waving her right to an administrative board.Based on the seriousness of the offenses committed and the lack of mitigating circumstances, the Board determined the awarded discharge characterization was appropriate...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801728
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. After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record Entries,...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801729
The Board determined the characterization of service received, “Under Other Than Honorable Conditions”, was an appropriate characterization considering the time served and the UCMJ violations involved, and based on the lack of post service documentation provided an upgrade would be inappropriate.After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record Entries, and Discharge Process, the Board found ADDENDUM: Information for the Applicant...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801730
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 | ND0801738
Applicant’s Request:Characterization change to: Narrative Reason change to: Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive: USNR (DEP)20020614 - 20030609Active: Period of Service Under Review: Date of Enlistment: 20030610Period of Enlistment: YearsExtensionDate of Discharge:20070724Length of Service: Years Months27 DaysEducation Level:Age at Enlistment:AFQT: 40Highest Rank/Rate:SNEvaluationMarks:Performance:NFIR Behavior:NFIROTA: NFIRAwards and Decorations (per DD 214):Rifle Pistol Periods of...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801739
Applicant’s Request:Characterization change to:Narrative Reason change to: Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive: USNR (DEP)20000929 - 20010214Active: Period of Service Under Review: Date of Enlistment: 20010215Period of Enlistment: YearsExtensionDate of Discharge:20050707Length of Service: Years Months03 DaysEducation Level: Age at Enlistment:AFQT: 31Highest Rank/Rate:MM3EvaluationMarks:Performance:3.0(1) Behavior:3.0(1)OTA: 3.00Awards and Decorations (per DD 214):(2) Periods of UA:...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801740
In the Applicant’s case, the record reflects the Applicant had no misconduct and one retention warning for failure to meet physical readiness test standards. 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801741
The Applicant contends he is entitled to a discharge upgrade due to his narrative reason being “ Commission of a Serious Offense” and his administrative separation board considered separation for “Drug abuse.” The record of evidence shows the Applicant waived his rights to an administrative separation board on 19 September 2005. Administrative separations are used to separate service member determined by their command’s to be unfit for further military service. The Board determined the...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801742
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 | ND0801743
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENT Applicant’s Issues 1. The Board determined the characterization of service received, “Under Other Than Honorable Conditions”, was an appropriate characterization considering the time served and the UCMJ violations involved and 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801744
Applicant’s Request:Characterization change to:Narrative Reason change to: Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive: USNR (DEP)19910820 - 19920330Active: 19920401-20051021 Period of Service Under Review: Date of Enlistment: 20051022Period of Enlistment: YearsExtensionDate of Discharge:20070926Length of Service: YearMonths04 DaysEducation Level: Age at Enlistment:AFQT: 97Highest Rank/Rate:FCC EvaluationMarks:Performance:3.33(3) Behavior:2.6(3)OTA: 3.33Awards and Decorations (per DD...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801745
The administrative separation board ultimately recommended he should be separated from the Navy with an “Under Other Than Honorable ” discharge.The NDRB found, after a thorough review of the former service member’sSummary of Service, Service and Medical Records, Discharge Process and additional evidence submitted by his family that as a result of his confirmed bipolar condition and the mitigating factors of his emotional distress, relief was warranted. The Board determined an upgrade in the...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801746
The Applicant’s counsel requested an upgrade in the characterization of the Applicant’s service to Honorable and the narrative reason changed to convenience of the government based on the contention that the Applicant’s misconduct as discussed supra, is mitigated by his diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and post-service conduct. After a thorough review of the his official service records, his post-service documentation regarding his PTSD, post-service accomplishments and...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801747
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 during its review for an upgrade.After a thorough...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801748
The Board determined the characterization of service received was an appropriate characterization considering the length of service and the UCMJ violation involved, and based on the lack of post service documentation provided 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801749
The Board determined the characterization of service received, “Under Other Than Honorable Conditions”, was an appropriate characterization considering the time served and the UCMJ violations involved, and based on the lack of post service documentation provided 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:...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801750
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 | ND0801751
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...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801752
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...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801753
Applicant’s Request:Characterization change to: Narrative Reason change to: Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive: USNR (DEP)19951012 - 19960825Active: Period of Service Under Review: Date of Enlistment: 19960826Age at Enlistment:Period of Enlistment: YearsExtensionDate of Discharge:20000726Highest Rank/Rate:HNLength of Service: Years Months01 DayEducation Level:AFQT: 53EvaluationMarks:Performance:4.0(3)Behavior:3.6(3)OTA: 3.39Awards and Decorations (per DD 214):Periods of UA/CONF:...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801754
In the absence of statements from witnesses and based on the documented evidence in the performance evaluation report the Board determined the Applicant’s claim was without merit and the awarded discharge characterization was appropriate, an upgrade based on not receiving financial counseling by the command would be inappropriate. Since the Applicant did not provide any post service documentation, the Board determined an upgrade at this time is not warranted based on post service...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801755
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 | ND0801756
The Board determined the characterization of service received, “Under Other Than Honorable Conditions”, was an appropriate characterization considering the time served and the UCMJ violations involved, and based on the limited post service documentation provided 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:...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801757
The Board determined the awarded discharge characterization was appropriate and 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801758
The Applicant requested his discharge characterization be upgraded to an “Honorable”. The NDRB determined the awarded discharge characterization was appropriate for the offenses committed; 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801759
Applicant’s Request: Characterization change to: Narrative Reason change to: Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive: USNR (DEP) 19990329 - 19990824 Active: 19990825 - 20030424 Period of Service Under Review: Date of Enlistment: 20030425Period of Enlistment: Years Extension Date of Discharge: 20071005Length of Service: Years Months11 Days Education Level: Age at Enlistment: AFQT: 55Highest Rank/Rate: SK3 Evaluation Marks: Performance: 3.8 (5) Behavior: 2.6 (5) OTA: 3.40Awards and...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801760
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...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801761
The Board determined the characterization of service received, “Under Other Than Honorable Conditions”, was an appropriate characterization considering the time served and the UCMJ violations involved, and based on the lack of post service documentation provided an upgrade would be inappropriate.The Board is authorized to consider post-service factors in the recharacterization of a discharge. Outstanding post-service conduct, to the extent such matters provide a basis for a more thorough...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801762
To Board determined the narrative reason was an appropriate reflection of why the Applicant was discharged and a change to this 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801777
The NDRB determined the characterization of service received, “General (Under Honorable Conditions)”, was an appropriate characterization considering the length of service and the UCMJ violations involved; 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801778
The NDRB is unable to consider the Applicant’s request for an upgrade to “Uncharacterized” since he had more than four years of active duty time at the time of discharge.In reviewing discharges, the Board presumes regularity in the conduct of Government affairs unless there is substantial credible evidence to rebut the presumption, to include evidence submitted by the Applicant. The Board determined the characterization of service received, “Under Other Than Honorable Conditions”, was an...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801780
The Board has reviewed the reference letters and other evidence submitted by the Applicant and determined the evidence was not sufficient to mitigate the misconduct committed by the Applicant. 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801781
The Board determined the characterization of service received, “Under Other Than Honorable Conditions”, was an appropriate characterization considering the length of service and the UCMJ violations involved, and based on the limited post service documentation provided 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0801782
The Board determined the characterization of service received, “Under Other Than Honorable Conditions”, was an appropriate characterization considering the length of service and the UCMJ violations involved, and based on the limited post service documentation provided an upgrade would be inappropriate.Should the Applicant feel his post service conduct becomes substantial enough to warrant a personal appearance, there are organizations, such as the American Legion, willing to provide guidance...