RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-03999
INDEX CODE: 110.02
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: YES
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His reenlistment eligibility (RE) code be changed so he may reenter
the military.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
The evaluation given to him was not thorough and he believes too many
assumptions were made. He showed no evidence of impulse control
problems; he never contemplated suicide while in basic training and
did not spend time in the hospital.
Applicant’s complete submission is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force as an airman basic on
28 July 1999. On 9 August 1999, the applicant was notified by his
commander that he was recommending he be discharged from the Air Force
for a condition that interferes with military service; specifically
for mental disorders. The basis for the action was on 4 August 1999,
the applicant was diagnosed as having a mental disorder, which was
determined severe enough that his ability to function in the military
was significantly impaired.
He was advised of his rights in this matter. He acknowledged his
right to consult counsel, and elected not to submit statements in his
own behalf. The discharge authority approved the discharge and
directed an uncharacterized entry-level separation without probation
and rehabilitation. On 12 August 1999, he was discharged with an
uncharacterized entry-level separation, under the provisions of AFI 36-
3208, Administrative Separation of Airmen, (personality disorder). He
received an RE code of 2C “Involuntarily separated with an honorable
discharge; or entry level separation without characterization of
service”. He served 15 days total active service.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
The BCMR Medical Consultant recommends denial. He states the
applicant was administratively discharged for unsuitability due to
diagnosis of an Impulse Control Disorder that existed for several
years prior to entering active duty. The diagnosis is supported by
details documented in the mental health evaluation in the applicant’s
personnel record. Action and disposition in this case are proper and
equitable reflecting compliance with Air Force directives that
implement the law.
The Medical Consultant’s evaluation is at Exhibit C.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on
12 May 04, for review and comment within 30 days. As of this date,
this office has received no response.
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THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:
1. The applicant has exhausted all remedies provided by existing law
or regulations.
2. The application was timely filed.
3. Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate
the existence of an error or injustice to warrant changing the
applicant’s reenlistment eligibility (RE) code. We took notice of the
applicant’s complete submission in judging the merits of the case,
however; we agree with the BCMR Medical Consultant’s opinions and
recommendation and adopt the consultant’s rationale as the basis for
our conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an error
or injustice. Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary,
we find no compelling basis to recommend granting the relief sought in
this application.
4. 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.
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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.
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The following members of the Board considered Docket Number BC-2003-
03999 in Executive Session on 15 July 2004, under the provisions of
AFI 36-2603:
Mr. David W. Mulgrew, Panel Chair
Mr. James E. Short, Member
Mr. Gary G. Sauner, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 25 Nov 03, w/atch.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, BCMR Medical Consultant, dated 16 Apr 04.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 12 May 04.
DAVID W. MULGREW
Panel Chair
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