NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0901997
On page 4, Item 8, in the instructions for completion of DD Form 293, the Applicant is notified to submit evidence "which substantiate or relate directly to your issues in Item 6” (Issues: Why an upgrade or change is requested and justification for the request). Relief denied.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 shall...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0901998
Decision Date: 20100617Location: Washington D.C.Representation: By a vote of the Characterization shall .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 U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) determines eligibility for post-service benefits, not the NDRB. ” Additional Reviews...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0901999
The Applicant is advised that completion of these items alone does not guarantee clemency will be granted, as each discharge is reviewed by the Board on a case by case basis to determine if post service conduct justifies clemency. 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902000
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.Summary: After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s summary of service, record entriesand discharge process, the Board found Therefore, the awarded characterization of service...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902001
By unanimous vote, the awarded narrative reason for the discharge shall remain as issued.Summary: After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s summary of service, medical and record entries, and discharge process, the Board found Therefore, the awarded characterization of service shall and the narrative reason for separation shall remain CONDITION NOT A DISABILITY.The Applicant remains eligible for a personal appearance hearing for a period of fifteen years...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902002
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/To Representation:From/ToCongress member:Other Documentation: DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902003
Decision Date: 20100625 Location: Washington D.C.Representation: By a vote of the Characterization shall .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. Relief granted.Summary: After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s summary of service, record...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902004
Summary: After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s summary of service, record entriesand discharge process, the Board found Therefore, the awarded characterization of service shall and the narrative reason for separation shall remain .The Applicant remains eligible for a personal appearance hearing for a period of fifteen years from the date of discharge. ” Additional Reviews : After a document review has been conducted, former members are eligible for a...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902005
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1. On page 4, Item 8, in the instructions for completion of DD Form 293, the Applicant is notified to submit evidence "which substantiate or relate directly to your issues in Item 6” (Issues: Why an upgrade or change is requested and justification for the request). ” Additional Reviews : After a document review has been conducted, former members are eligible for a personal...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902006
It is the NDRB’s finding that the Applicant’s service did not meet the conditions for an Honorable discharge.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 shall and the narrative reason for separation shallremain.The Applicant remains eligible for a personal appearance hearing for a period of fifteen years from the date of...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902007
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 inappropriateSummary:After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s summary of service, service record entries, discharge process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902008
Relief denied.Summary: After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s summary of service, record entriesand discharge process, the Board found Therefore, the awarded characterization of service shall and the narrative reason for separation shall remain .The Applicant remains eligible for a personal appearance hearing for a period of fifteen years from the date of discharge. ” Additional Reviews : After a document review has been conducted, former members are...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902009
Regulations limit the NDRB’s review to a determination of the propriety and equity of the discharge.Summary: After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s summary of service, record entriesand discharge process, the Board found Therefore, the awarded characterization of service shall and the narrative reason for separation shall remain .The Applicant remains eligible, through his widow, for a personal appearance hearing for a period of fifteen years from the...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902010
Applicant’s Request:Characterization change to:Narrative Reason change to: Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive:USNR (DEP)19900310 - 19901109ELSActive: 19901114 - 20010208 HONInactive: USNR (DEP) 19901113 - 19901113 Period of Service Under Review: Date of Current Enlistment: 20010209Age at Enlistment:Period of Enlistment: YearsExtensionDate of Discharge:20040330Highest Rank/Rate:AO1Length of Service: Year(s)Month(s)28 Day(s)Education Level:AFQT:...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902011
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 shall and the narrative reason for separation shall remain PARENTHOOD OR CUSTODY OF MINOR CHILDREN. ” 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902012
” 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. There is no requirement or law that grants recharacterization solely on the issue of obtaining veterans benefits and this issue does not serve to provide a foundation upon which the Board can grant relief. Additionally, the NDRB has no authority to upgrade a...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902013
After examining all the documentation presented by the Applicant and those in her service record, the NDRB found no wrong-doing by the command and opined that her separation from the Navy was warranted based on her 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. There is no requirement or law that...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902031
There is no requirement, or law, that grants re-characterization solely on the issue of obtaining veterans benefits. The NDRB determined that the Applicant’s conduct, which forms the primary basis for determining the character of service at discharge, reflected honest and faithful service, but that significant negative aspects of the Applicant’s conduct and performance of duties outweighed the positive aspects of his military record.By a vote of 3-2, the NDRB determined that the Applicant’s...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902032
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1.Wants to reenter the military. The Applicant provided limited documentary evidence on his behalf for post-service consideration, including certificates of completion for five courses in 1999 and a resume, which contained several gaps in employment.Summary: After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s summary of service, record entries, and...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902033
On page 4, Item 8, in the instructions for completion of DD Form 293, the Applicant is notified to submit evidence "which substantiate or relate directly to your issues in Item 6” (Issues: Why an upgrade or change is requested and justification for the request). ” 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....
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902034
Applicant’s Request:Characterization change to: Narrative Reason change to: Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive:USNR (DEP)19930823 - 19930908Active: Period of Service Under Review: Date of Current Enlistment: 19930909Age at Enlistment: Period of Enlistment: YearsExtensionDate of Discharge:19970409Highest Rank/Rate: SNLength of Service: Year(s)Month(s)01 Day(s)Education Level:AFQT: 71EvaluationMarks:Performance:3.0(1)Behavior:2.0(1)OTA: 2.67Awards and Decorations (per DD 214):Periods...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902035
Applicant’s Request:Characterization change to: Narrative Reason change to: Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive:USNR (DEP)19990810 - 19990830Active: Period of Service Under Review: Date of Current Enlistment: 19990831Age at Enlistment:Period of Enlistment: YearsExtensionDate of Discharge:20000331Highest Rank/Rate:SRLength of Service: Year(s)Month(s)01 Day(s)Education Level:AFQT: 34EvaluationMarks:Performance:NFIRBehavior:NFIROTA: NFIRAwards and Decorations (per DD 214):NONEPeriods of...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902036
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1.Wants to be considered for the police academy.2. Representation: By a vote of the Characterization shall .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.In reviewing...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902037
Applicant’s Request:Characterization change to: Narrative Reason change to: Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive:USNR (DEP)20020531 - 20020820Active: Period of Service Under Review: Date of Current Enlistment: 20020821Age at Enlistment: Period of Enlistment: YearsExtensionDate of Discharge:20031031Highest Rank/Rate: SHSALength of Service: Year(s)Month(s)11 Day(s)Education Level:AFQT: 42EvaluationMarks:Performance:3.0(1)Behavior:3.0(1)OTA: 3.0Awards and Decorations (per DD...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902039
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB)DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1.Wants to use GI Bill education benefits. ” Per the same article, a General (Under Honorable Conditions) discharge should be assigned when “the quality of the member’s service has been honest and faithful; however, significant negative aspects of the member’sconduct or performance of duty outweighed positive aspects of the member’s service record.” The NDRB determined that the...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902040
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENT Applicant’s Issues 1. 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 shall and the narrative reason for separation shall remain . ” Additional Reviews : After a document review has been conducted, former members are eligible for a...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902041
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 NDRB determined the awarded characterization of service was warranted.Summary: After a thorough review of the available evidence, to...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902042
Additionally, his overall trait average on evaluations during his second enlistment was 3.39 on a 5.0 scale, which meets the standard of acceptable conduct.After reviewing his record and accomplishments, however, the Administrative Board recommended him for separation based on commission of a serious offense, alcohol rehabilitation failure, and civilian conviction.His commanding officer endorsed the board’s findings, and the Applicant was discharged on 24 August 2004 with a general discharge...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902043
Regulations limit the NDRB’s review to a determination of the propriety and equity of the discharge.Summary: After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s summary of service and record entries, the Board found Therefore, the awarded characterization of service shall and the narrative reason for separation shall remain .The Applicant remains eligible for a personal appearance hearing for a period of fifteen years from the date of discharge. ” Additional...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902044
Representation: By a vote of the Characterization shall .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.In reviewing discharges, the Board presumes regularity in the conduct of governmental affairs unless there is substantial credible evidence to rebut the presumption, to include...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902045
Representation: By a vote of the Characterization shall .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.In reviewing discharges, the Board presumes regularity in the conduct of governmental affairs unless there is substantial credible evidence to rebut the presumption, to include...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902046
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.In reviewing discharges, the Board presumes regularity in the conduct of governmental affairs unless there is substantial credible evidence to rebut the presumption, to include evidence submitted by the Applicant.The Applicant’s record of...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902047
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1.Wants to enlist in the U.S. Army Reserve. ” 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902048
Representation: By a vote of the Characterization shall .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.In reviewing discharges, the Board presumes regularity in the conduct of governmental affairs unless there is substantial credible evidence to rebut the presumption, to include...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902049
Decision Date: 20100713Location: Washington D.C.Representation: By a vote of the Characterization shall .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 Applicant is advised that completion of these items alone does not guarantee the upgrade of an unfavorable discharge, as each...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902050
Applicant’s Request:Characterization change to:Narrative Reason change to: Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive:USNR (DEP)20080422 - 20080527Active: Period of Service Under Review: Date of Current Enlistment: 20080528Age at Enlistment: Period of Enlistment: YearsExtensionDate of Discharge:20090312Highest Rank/Rate: ARLength of Service: Year(s)Month(s)16 Day(s)Education Level:AFQT: 54EvaluationMarks:Performance:NABehavior:1.0(1)OTA: 1.00Awards and Decorations (per DD 214):Periods of...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902052
Relief denied.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 shall and the narrative reason for separation shall remain . ” 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902053
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1. ” 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. Additionally, the NDRB has no authority to upgrade a discharge for the sole purpose of enhancing reenlistment opportunities.
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902054
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.Summary: After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s summary of service, record entriesand discharge process,...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902055
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1. ” 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. Additionally, the NDRB has no authority to upgrade a discharge for the sole purpose of enhancing reenlistment opportunities.
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902056
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.Summary: After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s summary of service, record entriesand discharge process,...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902057
By a unanimous vote of 3-0, the administrative board found the evidence supported misconduct and recommended separation by reason of misconduct (drug abuse) and separation characterization of other than honorable. 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 to demonstrate previous in-service...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902059
Further, outstanding post-service conduct 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 documentation that included proof of college acceptance, character references, a mandated DUI class, and a degree plan as evidence on...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902060
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1. ” 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. The Applicant is advised that completion of these items alone does not guarantee the upgrade of an unfavorable discharge, as each discharge is...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902061
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1.Should never have been discharged. ” 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. Additionally, the NDRB has no authority to upgrade a discharge for the sole purpose of enhancing reenlistment...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902062
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1. 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.Summary: After a thorough...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902063
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1.Wants to re-enlist in the Navy. ” 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902064
Decision Date: 20100713Location: Washington D.C.Representation: By a vote of the Characterization shall .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. Relief denied.Summary: After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s summary of service, record...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902065
” The NDRB determined that a characterization of discharge of General is warranted due to alcohol-related incidents on 21 December 2007 and 20 December 2008, an NJP on 29 January 2009, and an evaluation with an overall trait average of 2.0.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 shall and the narrative reason for...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902066
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.Summary: After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s summary of service, record entries, and discharge...