ADDENDUM TO
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 96-00677
INDEX CODE: 100.06
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His reenlistment eligibility (RE) code of 2Q be changed to allow him
to enter the Air National Guard (ANG).
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RESUME OF THE CASE:
On 9 Oct 97, the Board considered and denied an application for
correction of military records pertaining to the applicant, in which
he requested that his RE code of 2Q be changed to allow him to enter
the Air National Guard. A complete copy of the Record of Proceedings
is attached at Exhibit G (with Exhibits A through F).
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He admits that he was immature when he entered the military. He has
since matured. Entering into the National Guard is one of his
lifetime goals. He plans on making it a career if given a second
chance. He will do anything to prove that he is serious about this.
He will go to more doctors, take more tests, come to the Board, and
even participate in a probationary period in the ANG for a year or two
to prove that he can handle military life.
In support of his appeal, the applicant provided statements from
doctors and extracts from his medical records.
Applicant’s complete submission is at Exhibit H.
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THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:
In earlier findings, we determined that there was insufficient
evidence to warrant any corrective action regarding the applicant’s
request that his RE code be changed. The Board reviewed the
applicant’s most recent submission and a majority of the Board finds
it insufficient to warrant a reversal of the Board’s previous
determination in this case. The evidence of record reveals that the
applicant was found unfit for further military service by reason of a
major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate severity, with
mild impairment of social and industrial adaptability, and was
discharged for disability with severance pay and assigned an RE code
of 2Q. No evidence has been presented which has shown to the Board
majority’s satisfaction that the applicant was not properly evaluated
and appropriately rated, or that the RE code inaccurately reflects the
reason for his separation. The Board majority notes the favorable
documentation provided in the applicant's behalf and does not find it
provides a sufficient basis on which to change an RE code that
accurately reflects the circumstances of his separation. Furthermore,
the Board majority is not persuaded that the condition which led to
his separation would not recur if he were again to enter the highly
regimented military environment. In view of the above, and in the
absence of clear-cut evidence to the contrary, a majority of the Board
finds no compelling basis to recommend favorable action on the
applicant’s request that his RE code be changed.
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RECOMMENDATION OF THE BOARD:
A majority of the panel finds insufficient evidence of error or
injustice and recommends the application be denied.
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The following members of the Board considered this application in
Executive Session on 25 Sep 00, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
Ms. Martha Maust, Panel Chair
Ms. Patricia D. Vestal, Member
Mr. Walter J. Hosey, Member
By a majority vote, the Board voted to deny the applicant’s request.
Mr. Hosey voted to grant the request but did not desire to submit a
minority report. The following additional documentary evidence was
considered:
Exhibit G. Record of Proceedings, dated 24 Dec 97, w/atchs.
Exhibit H. Letter, applicant, dated 7 Jun 00, w/atchs.
MARTHA MAUST
Panel Chair
MEMORANDUM FOR THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION
OF MILITARY RECORDS
SUBJECT: AFBCMR Case of , , Docket Number 96-00677
I have carefully reviewed all aspects of this case and do not
agree with the opinion of the majority of the panel that favorable
action is not warranted regarding the applicant’s request that his
reenlistment eligibility (RE) code of 2Q be changed.
The evidence of record indicates that the applicant was
discharged for disability with severance pay and assigned an RE code
of 2Q. I have thoroughly examined the available evidence and I agree
with the majority of the panel that no evidence has been presented
that the applicant was not properly evaluated or that the RE code
inaccurately reflects the circumstances of his separation.
Notwithstanding this, I am persuaded by the evidence presented that
the applicant has made significant progress in overcoming the
condition that ultimately resulted in his discharge and the assigned
RE code. Furthermore, it appears that his post-service adjustment has
also been quite positive. I, too, agree that there is no guarantee
the problem would not recur. However, in view of the foregoing, I do
not believe that it would be in the interest of justice to continue to
permanently bar the applicant from future military service if a branch
of the armed forces desires to enlist him based on their needs.
Therefore, to remove the possibility of an injustice, it is my
decision that the applicant’s RE code should be changed to one
requiring a waiver; i.e., RE-3K (Reserved for use by HQ AFPC or the
Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records (AFBCMR) when no
other reenlistment eligibility code applies or is appropriate).
JOE G. LINEBERGER
Director
Air Force Review Boards Agency
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