USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900405
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...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900406
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 obtain additional evidence or post-servicedocumentation he may wish to apply for a personal appearance. ” Additional Reviews : Subsequent to a document review, former...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900428
The NDRB determined clemency is not warranted based on the member’s record of service. After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Service and Medical Record Entries, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found the sentence awarded the Applicant at her court-martial was appropriate for the offensesshe committed, but she should receive an upgrade to her discharge as an act of clemency based on post service...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900429
If the sample screens positive a second time it is considereda “ presumptive positive.” All “presumptive positive” specimens undergo aGC/MS confirmation test. 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 violation involved, and based on the lack of post-service documentation provided an upgrade would be inappropriateAfter a thorough review of the...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900430
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: DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900431
By a vote of the Narrative Reason shall SECRETARIAL AUTHORITY.Discussion :().The Applicant contends she was given an unfair discharged, from injuries she had received during her training while atboot camp. The Board determined an upgrade is warranted: The characterization will be changed to “Honorable” and the narrative reason to “ Secretarial Authority”. After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record Entries, Discharge Process and...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900433
The Board determined the awarded discharge characterization was appropriate and an upgrade would be inappropriate.The NDRB is authorized to consider post-service factors in the recharacterization of a 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 ADDENDUM: Information for the Applicant Complaint Procedures : If you believe that the...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900434
By a vote of the Narrative Reason shall .Discussion Issue 1:() .The Applicant contends his discharge should be upgraded based on his record of service which was good apart from a single period of misconduct. The Board determined the characterization of service received, “General (Under Honorable Conditions)”, was an appropriate characterization considering the length of service and the UCMJ violations involved, and based on the lack of post service documentation provided an upgrade would be...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900435
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1. Since the Applicant was only notified of administrative separation due to personality disorder, the Board determined there was an impropriety because the command failed to process the member for misconduct as required by regulation. ” Additional Reviews : After a document review has been conducted, former members are eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided the...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900436
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: DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900437
: () .The Applicant contends he is entitled to a discharge upgrade due to his record of service, which the Applicant understands includes a Good Conduct Medal. 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...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900438
Applicant’s Request:Characterization change to: Narrative Reason change to: Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive: USMCR (DEP)19980324 - 19981117Active: Period of Service Under Review: Date of Enlistment: 19981118Age at Enlistment: Period of Enlistment: Years MonthsDate of Discharge:20021117Highest Rank: NFIRLength of Service: Year(s)Month(s)00 Day(s)Education Level: AFQT:49MOS: 0621Proficiency/Conduct Marks (# of occasions):4.0(NFIR)/3.8(NFIR)Fitness Reports: Awards and Decorations...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900439
By a vote of the Narrative Reason shall IN LIEU OF TRIAL BY COURT-MARTIAL.Discussion :().The Applicant contends his discharge was unfair and should be upgraded based on his record of service.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. After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900440
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: DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900467
The NDRB’s review found the Applicant’s record of service did not contain any evidence of misconduct or substandard performance and determined the Applicant’s service meets the criteria to warrant an upgrade of her characterization of service to “Honorable.”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 Applicant Complaint...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900477
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, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found Pertinent Regulation/Law A. Paragraph 6203.3 CONVENIENCE OF THE GOVERNMENT, of the Marine Corps Separation and Retirement Manual, (MCO P1900.16F), effective 1 September 2001 until Present. ”...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900478
The record of evidence shows the Applicant had served for 218 days upon notification of discharge proceedings on 3 March 2008.Therefore, the NDRB could not consider the Applicant’s request to change his discharge characterization to “Uncharacterized” so the NDRB considered the Applicant’s petition as a request to upgrade his characterization of service to “Honorable”. The NDRB determined a discharge upgrade would be inappropriate.After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900479
The Board determined the characterization of service received, “General (Under 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, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found ADDENDUM:...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900480
Applicant’s Request:Characterization change to: Narrative Reason change to: Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive: USMCR (DEP)20050328 - 20050605Active: Period of Service Under Review: Date of Enlistment: 20050606Age at Enlistment: Period of Enlistment: Years MonthsDate of Discharge:20060616Highest Rank: Length of Service: Year(s)Month(s)01 Day(s)Education Level: AFQT:64MOS: 9900Proficiency/Conduct Marks (# of occasions):2.1(NFIR)/2.1 (NFIR)Fitness Reports: Awards and Decorations (per...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900481
” 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 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...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900482
However, the Applicant is advised 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 warrants clemency. 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...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900483
” 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. Board Membership: 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 | 2009_Marine | MD0900484
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 provided statements in his DD-293 Application claiming good citizenship with no involvement in illegal activities.While the Board...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900485
By a vote of the Narrative Reason shall MISCONDUCT.Discussion :().The Applicant contends he is entitled to a discharge upgrade due to his record of service.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 appropriate...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900486
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1. The Board voted unanimously to upgrade the discharge characterization to General (Under Honorable Conditions), but not change the narrative reason for separation.Summary: After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s summary of service, record entries, and discharge process, the Board found Therefore, the awarded characterization of service...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900487
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1. Record of service. ” 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.
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900488
The Applicant contends his discharge was inequitable based on the fact he was involuntarily discharged from the Marine Corps due to a condition not a disability. 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 Applicant Complaint Procedures : If you believe that the decision in your case is unclear, not responsive to the issues...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900489
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.Besides the Applicant’s DD Form 293 and documents from his service of record, no additional documentation was provided for review. After a...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900490
The NDRB rejects the Applicant’s contention because his record of service shows he did have the documented misconduct required to separate a Marine for a “Pattern of Misconduct.” As stated above the Applicant was given two retention warnings and one NJP during his second enlistment. The NDRB determined characterization of service received, “General (Under Honorable Conditions)”, was appropriate given the Applicant’s service record; an upgrade would be inappropriate.The Applicant submitted...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900491
The NDRB 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, 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...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900492
Applicant’s Request:Characterization change to: Narrative Reason change to: Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive: USMCR (DEP)20020706 - 20020908Active: Period of Service Under Review: Date of Enlistment: 20020909Age at Enlistment: Period of Enlistment: Years MonthsDate of Discharge:20070803Highest Rank:Length of Service: Year(s)Month(s)25 Day(s)Education Level: AFQT:30MOS: 3531Proficiency/Conduct Marks (# of occasions):NFIRFitness Reports: Awards and Decorations (per DD 214):Rifle...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900493
By a vote of the Narrative Reason shall COURT-MARTIAL.Discussion : The Applicant is seeking an upgrade to general (under honorable conditions) in order to obtain disability benefits for himself and family. After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record Entries, Discharge Process and statement of the Applicant, the Board found ADDENDUM: Information for the Applicant Complaint Procedures : If you believe that the decision in your case...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900494
While the Board applauds the Applicant’s post service efforts, the Board determined the evidence of post-service conduct is not sufficient to warrant a discharge upgrade. 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 violation involved, and based on the limited post service documentation provided an upgrade would be inappropriate.After a thorough...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900495
Therefore, 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, 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...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900506
The Applicant provided no documentation or evidence on her behalf and the Board had no sufficient reasons to warrant an upgrade. The Board determined the Applicant’s NJP was sufficient misconduct to warrant the awarded “General (Under Honorable Conditions)” discharge and an upgrade would be inappropriate. ” 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...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900536
However, there is no law or regulation, which provides an unfavorable discharge may be upgraded based solely on the passage of time or good conduct in the civilian life subsequent to leaving the service. However, the Applicant is advised 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 warrants clemency. The Board determined the characterization...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900537
Applicant’s Request:Characterization change to: Narrative Reason change to: Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive: USMCR (DEP)19950405 - 19951226Active: USMC 19951227 - 19960814 Period of Service Under Review: Start of Inactive Duty Service: 19960815Age at Enlistment: Period of Enlistment: Years MonthsDate of Discharge:20010416Highest Rank: Length of Reserve Service: Year(s)Month(s)02 Day(s)Education Level: AFQT:52MOS: 0481Proficiency/Conduct Marks (# of occasions):(7)/ (7)Fitness...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900538
By a vote of the Narrative Reason shall .Discussion The NDRB, under its responsibility to examine the propriety and equity of an Applicant’s discharge, is authorized to change the character of service and the reason for discharge if such change is warranted. The administrative board, based upon preponderance of the evidence and by a unanimous vote, found that the Applicant had committed misconduct due to a pattern of misconduct, that the misconduct warranted separation, and recommended...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900548
The NDRB therefore determined an upgrade would be inappropriate.For the edification of the Applicant, the NDRB is authorized to consider post-service factors in the recharacterization of a discharge. 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 Regulation/Law A. ” Additional Reviews : Subsequent to a document review, former members are eligible...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900563
The NDRB therefore only considered the Applicant’s request to upgrade his characterization of service to “General (Under Honorable Conditions).”: 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. The Board determined the awarded discharge was appropriate and an upgrade would be inappropriate.After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900564
Should the Applicant obtain additional evidence or post service documentation he may wish to apply for a personal appearance. ” 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...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900565
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 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...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900566
The Board determined clemency was not warranted.Issue 3: (Clemency) RELIEF NOT WARRANTED. The Board determined the characterization of service received, “Bad Conduct Discharge”, was an appropriate characterization considering the length of service and the UCMJ violations involved, and based on the lack of post service documentation provided, clemency would be inappropriate After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Service Record...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900567
The Board determined the awarded discharge was appropriate and an upgrade would be inappropriate.The NDRB is authorized to consider post-service factors in the recharacterization of a discharge. 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...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900568
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: DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900569
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: DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900570
Decisional issue -post-service conduct. ” Additional Reviews : After a document review has been conducted, former members are eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided the application is received at the NDRB within 15 years of the Applicant’s 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...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900571
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: DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900572
)The Board determined that a change in the Characterization of Service 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...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0900573
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: DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL...