RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-04059
INDEX CODE: 106.00
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
Her under honorable conditions (general) discharge be upgraded to
honorable.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
Her discharge was unfair and unjust, and she was not given a fair trial.
She did not have the proper guidance or counsel, and there were people
testifying against her who committed perjury and did not work with her. At
the time of this injustice, she worked in the Orderly Room, had seen this
happen to others, and felt there was no hope.
Prior to her discharge, her record was without incident. Her problems
began when she complained about racial jokes within the office that were
told in her presence. Once she complained, she was singled-out, and then
forced-out. On several occasions, she was pushed to the edge to defend
herself. She made a few hasty decisions due to the undue pressure on her
at that time, and most of the decisions were due to personality conflicts
with those who brought charges against her.
Since her discharge, she has become a nurse and a productive citizen. She
has never had a problem with law enforcement officials and has raised three
children.
In support of her appeal, she has submitted a copy of a DD Form 293,
Application for the Review of Discharge from the Armed Forces of the United
States.
Applicant’s complete submission is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant entered the Regular Air Force (RegAF) on 15 February 1983,
and served as an administrative specialist until her discharge.
On 2 May 1986, the applicant was notified of her commander's intent to
recommend her for a general discharge for minor disciplinary infractions.
The commander stated the following reasons for the proposed discharge:
a. Letter of Counseling (LOC), dated 25 July 1984, for, on or about
2 July 1984, failing to show for a dental appointment.
b. LOC, dated 14 May 1985, for a speeding ticket (31 MPH in a 25 MPH
zone).
c. LOC, dated 14 August 1985, for, on or about 13 August 1985,
dereliction of duty for failing to properly fill out the Log
Book, and for disrespect to a Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) by
copying their words and mocking what was said.
d. LOC, dated 22 August 1985, for, on or about 21 August 1985,
failing to maintain housing standards of the outside area of her
on-base living quarters.
e. Letter of Reprimand (LOR), dated 14 November 1985, for, on or
about 14 November 1985, wearing her military sweater without the
appropriate rank, and for insubordination to an NCO by stating
“No, I don’t think so.” when told to remove her sweater.
f. Memo for Record for, on or about 21 November 1985, being
disrespectful to an officer by humming and standing in a very
lackadaisical manner while being read her denial of reenlistment
paperwork, and for displaying the same mannerisms and chewing gum
while being verbally counseled by her first sergeant.
g. LOR, dated 10 January 1986, for, on or about 9 January 1986,
being disrespectful to an NCO by ignoring a request to return to
the Orderly Room after being asked to do so on three occasions.
h. Special Court-Martial on 16 April 1986, for failure to go.
Applicant was found guilty and sentenced to a reduction to the
grade of airman (E-2), forfeiture of $300.00 per month for one
month, and restriction to the base for 30 days.
The commander advised the applicant of her rights, and, on 2 May 1986,
after consulting with counsel, she waived her right to submit statements in
her own behalf.
A legal review was conducted, and in an undated memorandum, the staff judge
advocate recommended the applicant be separated with a general discharge,
without probation and rehabilitation, and that she be issued a debarment
letter due to her continued disrespect for military authority.
On 13 May 1986, the applicant was discharged in the grade of airman (E-2)
for misconduct – pattern of minor disciplinary infractions, under the
provisions of AFR 39-10, paragraph 5-46, with a general (under honorable
conditions) service characterization. She served a total of 3 years, 2
months, and 29 days of total active service.
The applicant’s Airman Performance Report (APR) profile follows:
PERIOD ENDING EVALUATION
14 Feb 1984 7
23 Jan 1985 8
23 Jan 1986 7
Her records indicate she is entitled to wear the Air Force Training Ribbon.
Pursuant to the Board’s request, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI),
Clarksburg, WV, indicated at Exhibit C that they were unable to identify an
arrest record on the basis of the information furnished.
On 1 February 2008, a request for post-service information was forwarded to
the applicant for response within 30 days. However, as of this date, no
response has been received by this office.
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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 not timely filed; however, it is in the interest of
justice to excuse the failure to timely file.
3. Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the
existence of error or injustice. We took notice of the applicant's
complete submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we find no
evidence of an error or injustice that occurred in the discharge
processing. Based on the available evidence of record, it appears the
discharge was consistent with the substantive requirements of the discharge
regulation and within the commander's discretionary authority. The
applicant’s contentions are noted; however, she has not provided evidence
to support these contentions or which would lead us to believe the
characterization of the service was contrary to the provisions of the
governing regulation, unduly harsh, or disproportionate to the offenses
committed. We considered upgrading the discharge based on clemency;
however, we do not find the evidence presented is sufficient to compel us
to recommend granting the relief sought on that basis. Therefore, in the
absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no basis upon which to
recommend granting the relief sought.
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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-2007-04059
in Executive Session on 13 March 2008, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
Mr. Thomas S. Markiewicz, Chair
Ms. Karen A. Holloman, Member
Ms. Josephine L. Davis, Member
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Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 20 Dec 07, w/atch.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Available Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. USDOJ Negative FBI Report, dated 18 Jan 08.
Exhibit D. Letter, AFBCMR, dated 1 Feb 08, w/atchs.
THOMAS S. MARKIEWICZ
Chair
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