RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2011-02379
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His general (under honorable conditions) discharge be upgraded
to honorable.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He served his country with honor. He was under duress after
losing his daughter in a fire. Other than that one incident, he
was a good Airman. He has maintained an honorable life since
then and requests his discharge be upgraded as a matter of
honor.
The applicant provides no supporting documentation.
The applicants complete submission is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 28 June 1979.
On 14 December 1987, his commander notified him of his intent to
recommend him for discharge for misconduct. Specifically, the
applicant tested positive for marijuana during a urinalysis. On
14 December 1987, the applicant acknowledged receipt of his
commanders intent. He also acknowledged his right to consult
counsel and submit matters on his behalf: The Staff Judge
Advocate reviewed the case and found it legally sufficient on
29 December 1987.
The discharge authority directed the applicant be discharged
with a general (under honorable conditions) discharge. His
narrative reason for separation was listed as misconduct drug
abuse. He was credited with 8 years, 7 months and 26 days of
active duty service.
The Air Force Discharge Review Board (AFDRB) reviewed and denied
a request from the applicanton 8 June 1989 (Exhibit C).
Pursuant to the Board's request for information, the FBI
indicated that, on the basis of the evidence provided, they were
unable to locate an arrest record pertaining to the applicant.
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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 during the discharge process. 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 has provided no evidence, which would lead us to
believe the characterization of the service was contrary to the
provisions of the governing regulation, or unduly harsh. We
considered upgrading the discharge based on clemency; however,
in the absence of evidence by the applicant attesting to a
successful post-service adjustment in the years since his
separation, we are not inclined to extend clemency at this time.
Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find
no basis to recommend granting the relief sought in this
application.
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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 AFBCMR Docket
Number 2011-02379 in Executive Session on 12 January 2012, under
the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
, Vice Chair
, Member
, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 11 Mar 11.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, AFDRB, dated 8 Jun 89, w/atchs.
Vice Chair
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