ADDENDUM TO
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-1988-03555
COUNSEL:
HEARING DESIRED: YES
________________________________________________________________
APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His discharge be upgraded to an Honorable Discharge.
________________________________________________________________
APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
1. A similar appeal was considered and denied by the Board on
27 March 1989. For an accounting of the facts and circumstances
surrounding the applicants discharge and the rationale of the
earlier decision by the Board, see the Record of Proceedings
(ROP) at Exhibit F.
2. On 6 February 2013, the applicant submitted a request for
reconsideration. In a combined 42-page brief of counsel and the
applicants personal petition to the Board, the following
contentions are made:
a. He is not the young and troubled man who was court-
martialed and dismissed from the Air Force in 1986. He has
grown into a responsible father, minister, public school
teacher, and dedicated fire professional who puts his life on
the line for his community every time he dons the uniform of
firefighter. Through decades of acts both large and small, he
has proven that he is a valued member of his community. To go
from a drug abusing Air Force Captain who was court-martialed
for being late, and for an unauthorized absence, to being
eligible to be promoted as a Fire Lieutenant in his local
community Fire Department represents a level of rehabilitation
and achievement that few people could have achieved. The
discharge from the military remains a lodestone around his neck.
He hopes he has demonstrated that he is the kind of person
deserving of a second chance, and that the Board will approve
the discharge upgrade.
b. He spent over a year putting together information that
describes the mistakes he made while in service, how he turned
his life around after leaving the Air Force, and how he became a
minister, professional firefighter, and public school teacher.
The documents also describe how he has been drug free for more
than 25 years. If anyone can honestly say that they have had a
positive influence on their community for a sustained period, he
believes he can say so.
c. In 1984, he made selfish choices based upon superficial
needs and wants that brought neither happiness nor satisfaction.
As a Christian and a minister, he has come to terms with his old
self and has found the knowledge, wisdom, and strength to live a
life of worth that is of service and benefit to others. He now
lives a drug and alcohol free life and is employed as a
professional firefighter/EMT-B and educator. He has been
extremely involved in the parenting of his son. He is actively
involved in local ministry, community issues and works with
local community leaders. He strives to be an example to young
people through his position as a firefighter instructor. He has
worked to create pathways for employment and higher education
for his students. He has also continued to further his own
education over the years and has obtained two graduate degrees,
a Master of Education (2010), and a Master of Divinity (1997),
as well as numerous certifications and professional development
credentials.
3. In support of his request, he submits his counsels
statement, his petition labeled Tested by Fire, and an
extensive package of supporting documents pertaining to events
surrounding his court-martial, discharge and post-service
information.
The applicants complete submission, with attachments, is at
Exhibit G.
________________________________________________________________
THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:
1. In an earlier finding, the Board determined there was
insufficient evidence to warrant any corrective action. After
thoroughly reviewing the additional documentation submitted in
support of his appeal and the evidence of record, we do not
believe the applicant has overcome the rationale expressed in
the previous decision. While the evidence provided indicates
that the applicant has made a successful post-service
adjustment, and notwithstanding his otherwise good service
record, in view of the extreme seriousness of the offense
committed during the period of service under review, we are not
persuaded that the characterization of his discharge should be
upgraded based on clemency. Therefore, in view of the above,
and in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no basis
upon which to recommend favorable reconsideration of the
applicants request.
2. The applicant's case is adequately documented and it has not
been shown that a personal appearance with or without counsel
will materially add to our understanding of the issue(s)
involved. Therefore, the request for a hearing is not favorably
considered.
________________________________________________________________
THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:
The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not
demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; that
the application was denied without a personal appearance; and
that the application will only be reconsidered upon the
submission of newly discovered relevant evidence not considered
with this application.
________________________________________________________________
The following members of the Board considered this application
in Executive Session on 14 November 2013, under the provisions
of AFI 36-2603:
, Panel Chair
, Member
, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered in AFBCMR
Docket Number BC-1988-03555:
Exhibit F. ROP, dtd 27 March 1989, w/Exhibits A through E.
Exhibit G. DD Form 149, dtd 6 February 2013, w/atchs.
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