RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-03972
		COUNSEL: NONE
		HEARING DESIRED: NOT INDICATED
	
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His narrative reason for separation of “Personality Disorder,” 
separation code of “JFX,” and reentry (RE) code of “2C” which 
denotes “Involuntary separated with an honorable discharge; or 
entry-level separation without characterization of service” be 
changed to allow him the opportunity to enlist with the United 
States Army.

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

He was having family problems and does not have a personality 
disorder. 

The applicant's complete submission, with attachments, is at 
Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

On 20 Mar 07, the applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force. 

On 29 Mar 07, the applicant was diagnosed with an Adjustment 
Disorder with Depressed Mood by the Behavioral Analysis Service 
(BAS), which was so severe that his ability to function 
effectively in the military environment was significantly 
impaired.

On 2 Apr 07, the applicant was notified of his commander’s 
intent to recommend that he be discharged from the Air Force 
under the provisions of AFPD 36-32, Air Force Military Training 
and AFI 36-3208, Administrative Separation of Airmen, paragraph 
5.11.9, Conditions that Interfere with Military Service.  The 
commander recommended he receive an entry-level separation.  The 
applicant acknowledged receipt of the notification of discharge.  
At that time, the applicant waived his right to seek legal 
counsel and to submit a statement in his own behalf.  

0n 3 Apr 07, the Assistant Staff Judge Advocate reviewed the 
case file and determined it was legally sufficient to support 
discharge.  On 4 Apr 07, the discharge authority directed the 
applicant be discharged from the Air Force with an 
uncharacterized entry-level separation.  He served 17 days of 
total active duty.

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPSOR recommends approval of the applicant’s request to 
change his narrative reason for separation and separation code.  
DPSOR states a review of the applicant’s record reveals there 
was an error in his separation record.  Specifically, the 
applicant’s DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge 
from Active Duty, incorrectly reflects he was discharged with a 
separation code of “JFX” and a narrative reason of “Personality 
Disorder.”  Since the applicant was diagnosed with an 
“Adjustment Disorder with Depressed Mood,” his DD Form 
214 should have reflected a separation code of “JFY” and 
narrative reason for separation of “Adjustment Disorder.”  

The complete DPSOR evaluation is at Exhibit C.

AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial of the applicant’s request to 
change his RE code.  DPSOA states the applicant’s RE code 2C is 
required in accordance with (IAW) AFI 36-2606, Reenlistments in 
the USAF, based on his involuntary discharge with 
uncharacterized service.

The applicant does not provide proof of an error or injustice in 
reference to his RE code.

The complete DPSOA evaluation is at Exhibit D.

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

The applicant states he was raised in the military.  His father, 
grandfather and step-father all served in the military.  His 
grandfather had a huge influence on his life.  He learned 
everything from work ethics to being a man from his grandfather.  
He grandfather was a “father figure” when his parents divorced.  
The bond they shared was immensely important, strong and 
inseparable.   

While attending basic military training (BMT) he received a 
letter informing him that his grandfather was ill.  He wanted to 
go home and say goodbye but was told no because his grandfather 
was not considered his immediate family.  He wanted to be there 
for his grandfather, so he signed forms stating he had a 
“Personality Disorder.”




The applicant’s complete response is at Exhibit F.

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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 an error or an injustice to warrant 
changing the applicant’s RE code.  In this respect, we note the 
RE code issued in conjunction with his entry-level separation 
appropriately identifies the fact that he was involuntarily 
discharged with uncharacterized characterized service.  In view 
of the above and in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we 
find no basis to recommend granting the relief sought in this 
application. 

4. Notwithstanding the above, sufficient relevant evidence has 
been presented to demonstrate the existence of an injustice to 
warrant changing the narrative reason for his separation to 
“Adjustment Disorder.”  We note the applicant’s records indicate 
he was administratively separated under the provisions of AFI 
36-3208, with the reason for his discharge being “Personality 
Disorder.”  However, after reviewing the evidence of record, it 
appears the applicant’s narrative reason for separation 
inaccurately reflects the circumstances surrounding his 
discharge.  Since the applicant was actually diagnosed with an 
Adjustment Disorder with Depressed Mood, AFPC/DPSOR recommends 
his narrative reason for separation be changed to “Adjustment 
Disorder,” along with the corresponding separation code of 
“JFY.”  We agree with the opinion and recommendation of 
AFPC/DPSOR to change the applicant’s records to reflect the more 
appropriate narrative reason for separation, which more 
accurately identifies the circumstances surrounding his 
separation.  Therefore, we recommend his records be corrected to 
the extent indicated below. 

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THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT:

The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air 
Force relating to APPLICANT be corrected to show that he was 
discharged on 6 Apr 07, with a narrative reason for separation 
of “Adjustment Disorder,” rather than “Personality Disorder,” 
and a separation code of “JFY,” rather than “JFX.”

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The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket 
Number BC-2012-03972 in Executive Session on 21 May 13, under 
the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

	 		Panel Chair
      Member
			Member

All members voted to correct the records, as recommended. The 
following documentary evidence was considered:

	Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 20 Aug 12, w/atchs.
	Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
	Exhibit C.  Letter, AFPC/DPSOR, dated 10 Oct 12.
	Exhibit D.  Letter, AFPC/DPSOA, dated 30 Nov 12.
	Exhibit E.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 14 Dec 12.
	Exhibit F.  Letter, Applicant, dated 21 Jan 13.




								
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