RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2011-04212
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His reentry (RE) code of 4K (Medically disqualified for
continued service, or the airman is pending evaluation by
MEB/PEB), be changed.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He believes his record to be in error due to a misdiagnosis which
led to his discharge.
In support of his request, the applicant submits a letter from
his psychologist who states the applicant does not have and has
never had major depressive disorder or any other major mental
illness. He further states the applicant is an excellent
candidate for military service and would be an outstanding asset
to any branch of the military.
The applicant's complete submission, with attachment, is at
Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 17 November
2009.
The applicant was notified by his commander of his intent to
recommend his discharge from the Air Force under the provisions
of AFPD 36-32 and AFI 36-3208. The specific reason was on or
about 17 March 2010, the applicant was diagnosed as having a
Major Depressive Disorder and an Anxiety Disorder. His
depression and anxiety were so severe that his ability to
function effectively in the military was significantly impaired.
The applicant stated that he had a lack of motivation, decreased
energy, decreased appetite, body aches, insomnia, an inability to
concentrate and suicidal thoughts that the mental health
professionals described as passive suicidal ideation. Based on
his emotional state and behavior in class, and the fact that his
behavior was not likely to change in the future - it was apparent
that he could not function in the Air Force. Therefore, he was
removed from his technical training apprentice course.
He was advised of his rights in this matter and after consulting
with counsel he elected not to submit statements on his own
behalf. In a legal review of the case file, the 81st TRW/JAJ
found the case legally sufficient and recommended separation.
The discharge authority concurred with the recommendation and
directed an entry level separation. The applicant was discharged
on 7 April 2010. He served 4 months and 21 days on active duty.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFPC/DPSOS recommends denial. DPSOS states based on the
documentation on file in the master personnel records the
discharge to include the RE code and separation code was
consistent with the procedural and substantive requirements of
the discharge instruction and was within the discretion of the
discharge authority. DPSOS found no evidence of an error or
injustice in the processing of the applicants discharge or that
the applicant was pending a Medical Evaluation Board.
The DPSOS complete evaluation is at Exhibit C.
AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial to change the RE code to an eligible
RE code. DPSOA states the applicant received an erroneous RE
code on his DD Form 214 of 4K. His correct RE code is 2C
(Involuntarily separated with an honorable discharge; or entry
level separation without characterization of service); as
required by AFI 36-2606, Reenlistments in the USAF, chapter 3,
based on his entry level separation with an uncharacterized
character of service. The RE code 2C applies to all entry level
separations without characterization of service regardless
whether the discharge is voluntary or involuntary. The applicant
will be provided a corrected copy of his DD Form 214 with an RE
code of 2C.
The DPSOA complete evaluation is at Exhibit D.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
On 10 February 2012, copies of the Air Force evaluations were
forwarded to the applicant for review and comment within 30 days
(Exhibit D). 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. The
applicant's complete submission was thoroughly reviewed and his
contentions were duly noted. However, we do not find the
applicants assertions and the documentation presented in support
of his appeal sufficiently persuasive to override the rationale
provided by the Air Force offices of primary responsibility
(OPRs). However, we note AFPC/DPSOA will correct the applicants
RE Code to 2C to appropriately reflect his entry level separation
with uncharacterized service. We agree with this correction.
Therefore, relief beyond that already administratively granted is
not warranted
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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:
The applicant be notified the evidence presented did not
demonstrate the existence of an error or injustice; the
application was denied without a personal appearance; and 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 BC-2011-04212 in Executive Session on 30 May 2012, under
the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
The following documentary evidence pertaining to AFBCMR Docket
Number BC-2011-04212 was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 19 October 2011, w/atch.
Exhibit B. Applicants Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPSOS, dated 4 January 2012.
Exhibit D. Letter, AFPC/DPSOA, dated 23 January 2012.
Exhibit E. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 10 February 2012.
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