NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902067
Applicant’s Request:Characterization change to:Narrative Reason change to:To Convenience of Government Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive:USNR (DEP)19900531 - 19901024Active:19901025 - 1994102419941025 - 2000102320001024 - 20061019 Period of Service Under Review: Date of Current Enlistment: 20061020Age at Enlistment:Period of Enlistment: YearsExtensionDate of Discharge:20090618Highest Rank/Rate:AC1Length of Service: Year(s)Month(s)29 Day(s)Education Level:AFQT:...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902068
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 | ND0902069
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 | ND0902070
” 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. Automatic Upgrades - There is no law or regulation that provides for an unfavorable discharge to be upgraded based solely on the passage...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902095
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1. The Board determined the awarded characterization of service shall remain General (Under Honorable Conditions).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...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902096
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1. 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902097
Additionally, the NDRB has no authority to upgrade a discharge for the sole purpose of enhancing reenlistment opportunities. ” The Applicant’s request to change his characterization of service to Uncharacterized is denied, because the Applicant’s service extended beyond 180 days.A letter of reference from STGC, who served in the same unit as the Applicant, however, seems to validate that the Applicant received bad advice. ” Additional Reviews : After a document review has been conducted,...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902098
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: Pertinent Regulation/Law A. The NDRB voted unanimously to not change the awarded...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902099
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 | ND0902100
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. Completion of these items alone does not guarantee the upgrade of an unfavorable discharge, as each discharge is reviewed by the...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902101
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 | ND0902102
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1. 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. ” Additional...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902103
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1. 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. ” Additional...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902104
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 | ND0902105
Applicant’s Request:Characterization change to:Narrative Reason change to:I WANT TO JOIN THE RESERVES PLEASE Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive:USNR (DEP)19981120 - 19981129Active: Period of Service Under Review: Date of Current Enlistment: 19981130Age at Enlistment:Period of Enlistment: YearsExtensionDate of Discharge:19981215Highest Rank/Rate:SRLength of Service: Year(s)Month(s)16 Day(s)Education Level:AFQT: 56EvaluationMarks:Performance:NFIRBehavior:NFIROTA: NFIRAwards and...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902106
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 | ND0902113
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1. The Applicant wants his narrative reason for separation changed to “Good of the Service.” The NDRB notes “ Good of the Service” is not an authorized enlisted personnel separation code.As noted in Issue 1, the NDRB determined the Applicant was properly diagnosed with a personality disorder at the time of discharge. ” Additional Reviews : After a document review has been...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902114
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1. The Applicant could have produced evidence as stated in the above paragraph with the full understanding that completion of these items alone does not guarantee an upgrade.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...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902115
The NDRB has no jurisdiction over reenlistment, reentry or reinstatement into the Navy, Marine Corps or any other of the Armed Forces, and is not authorized to change a reenlistment code.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 . ” Additional Reviews : After a...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902116
Decision Date: 20100713 Location: Washington D.C.Representation: By a vote of the Characterization shall .By a vote of the Narrative Reason shall MISCONDUCT - COMMISSION OF A SERIOUS OFFENSE.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. As such, relief is denied.Summary: After a thorough review of the available evidence,...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902117
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. There is no requirement or law that grants recharacterization solely on the issue of obtaining veterans benefits and this issue does not serve to...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902118
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. If a former member has been discharged for more than 15 years, has already been granted a personal appearance hearing or has otherwise exhausted...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902130
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...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902131
Applicant’s Request:Characterization change to: Narrative Reason change to: Convenience of the Government Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive:USNR (DEP)19971115 - 19980105Active: Period of Service Under Review: Date of Current Enlistment: 19980106Age at Enlistment: Period of Enlistment: YearsExtensionDate of Discharge:20001108Highest Rank/Rate: MM3Length of Service: Year(s)Month(s)03 Day(s)Education Level:AFQT: 68EvaluationMarks:Performance:3.0(3)Behavior:2.67(3)OTA: 2.92Awards and...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902132
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. A request for a waiver can be submitted during the processing of a formal application for reenlistment through a recruiter.
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902133
The NDRB has no authority to upgrade a discharge for the sole purpose of enhancing employment or educational opportunities.Regulations limit the NDRB’s review to a determination of the propriety and equity of the discharge. Documentation to help support a post-service conduct upgrade includes, but is not limited to, a verifiable continuous employment record; marriage and children’s birth certificates (if applicable); character witness statements; documentation of community or church...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902134
” 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 | ND0902135
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 | ND0902136
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1. 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902137
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1.Wants to reenlist in the military. ” 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 | ND0902138
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1.Post-service conduct. The Applicant could have produced evidence as stated in the above paragraph with the full understanding that completion of these items alone does not guarantee an upgrade.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...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902139
Applicant’s Request:Characterization change to: Narrative Reason change to: Summary of Service Prior Service: Inactive:USNR (DEP)19941122 - 19959897Active: Period of Service Under Review: Date of Current Enlistment: 19950808Age at Enlistment: Period of Enlistment: YearsExtensionDate of Discharge:19971223Highest Rank/Rate: UT3Length of Service: Year(s)Month(s)16 Day(s)Education Level:AFQT: 51EvaluationMarks:Performance:3.0(1)Behavior:3.0(1)OTA: 3.33Awards and Decorations (per DD 214):Rifle...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902140
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 characterSummary: After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s summary of service, record entriesand discharge process,...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902142
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1.Wants to reenlist.2. ” 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.” With a single NJP over two years of service and average evaluation...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902143
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENT Applicant’s Issues 1. The Applicant should be aware submission of these items alone does not guarantee an upgrade from an unfavorable discharge as each discharge is reviewed by the NDRB on a case-by-case basis to determine if post-service conduct mitigates the reason for the characterization of discharge. ” Additional Reviews : After a document review has been conducted, former members are...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902144
The NDRB has no authority to upgrade a discharge for the sole purpose of enhancing employment or educational opportunities.Regulations limit the NDRB’s review to a determination of the propriety and equity of the discharge. The Applicant provided no further documentation concerning his record of service. ” 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902145
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 | ND0902146
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). 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902147
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 | ND0902148
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). 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902149
” 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 their opportunities before the NDRB, the Applicant may petition the Board for Correction of Naval Records (BCNR), 2...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902150
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 | ND0902151
” 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. A request for a waiver can be submitted during the processing of a formal application for reenlistment through a recruiter.
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902152
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 | ND0902153
After a careful review of the Applicant’s enlistment documentation, the NDRB determined the Applicant’s enlistment contract was very clear as to the specifics of what he was guaranteed and this issue is without merit.Issue 2: (Decisional) () . In the Applicant’s letter dated 1 April 2007, he stated, “While enlistment is still temporary (four years of active duty), it will be a change that I have never been through up until now. ” Additional Reviews : After a document review has been...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902154
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 | ND0902155
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1. Additionally, despite the Applicant’s previous five years of honorable service, processing for administrative separation is mandatory for violation of UCMJ Article 112a (Wrongful use of a controlled substance: marijuana).Summary: After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s summary of service, record entries, and discharge process, the Board...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0902156
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1.Wants to enlist in the Armed Forces. ” 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 | ND0902157
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 | ND0902158
However, per the DD214 separation code, the Applicant did have an administrative board hearing. The Applicant had an administrative board and he provides no new information which would indicate an impropriety or inequity in the resulting 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...