RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 

 AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS 

 

IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-03017 

 COUNSEL: NONE 

 HEARING DESIRED: NO 

 

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: 

 

Her Reentry (RE) code of 2C (involuntarily separated with an 
honorable discharge; or entry level separation without 
characterization of service) be changed to an eligible code. 

 

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: 

 

She has been working with the Department of Veterans Affairs 
(DVA) and they feel her narrative reason for separation is 
incorrect. She was diagnosed with depression and at the time of 
her discharge was struggling with a lot of stressors 
(relocating, toddler, pregnancy, deployment, marriage, etc). 
She now realizes she made a mistake by not questioning the items 
on her DD Form 214 and how it would affect her future 
opportunities. She would really like to reenlist in the Air 
Force and finish what she started. 

 

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 14 Nov 96, 
for a period of four years; she reenlisted on 7 Nov 00. 

 

On 16 Aug 01, the applicant was diagnosed with Adjustment 
Disorder with Depressed Mood, Occupational Problem, and Partner 
Relational Problem. The mental health provider determined that 
due to her condition, her ability to function effectively was 
significantly impaired and would most likely get more severe if 
she was not separated. 

 

On 10 Nov 01, the applicant was honorably discharged by reason 
of “Personality Disorder,” and was issued an RE code of 2C. She 
was credited with 4 years, 11 months, and 27 days of active duty 
service. 

 

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THE AIR FORCE EVALUATION: 

 

AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial of her request to change her RE 
code, stating, in part, the applicant's RE code of 2C is 
required per AFI 36-2606, Reenlistments in the USAF, chapter 3, 
based on her involuntary discharge with honorable character of 
service. The applicant does not provide any proof of an error 
or injustice in reference to her RE code, but states she wants 
her RE code changed so she can reenter the military. Her 
narrative reason for separation does not have an effect on her 
RE code, as her RE code is driven by her involuntary discharge 
and honorable character of service. 

 

The complete DPSOA evaluation is at Exhibit C. 

 

AFPC/DPSOR recommends partial approval. DPSOR states they did 
not find an error or injustice in the processing of the 
applicant's discharge from the Air Force. Her separation code 
of JFX (Personality Disorder) which currently appears on the 
applicant's DD Form 214 does not accurately reflect her 
diagnosis of an "Adjustment Disorder" that she received at the 
time of her discharge. They recommend the applicant's 
separation code be corrected to "KFF" and the narrative reason 
for separation be corrected to reflect "Secretarial Authority." 
They do not recommend a change to the applicant's RE code. 

 

The complete DPSOR evaluation is at Exhibit D. 

 

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF THE AIR FORCE EVALUATION: 

 

Copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to the 
applicant on 30 Oct 12 for review and comment within 30 days. 
As of this date, no response has been received by this office 
(Exhibit E). 

 

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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. Sufficient relevant evidence has been presented to 
demonstrate the existence of error or injustice warranting a 
change in the applicant’s narrative reason for separation. We 
note the applicant’s narrative reason for separation and the 


corresponding separation code assigned at the time of her 
discharge was appropriate; nonetheless, the Department of 
Defense has since established additional, more specific 
separation codes to actually delineate mental disorders. The 
applicant was diagnosed with an Adjustment Disorder, rather than 
a Personality Disorder; however, the diagnosis of Personality 
Disorder was chosen as the printed narrative reason for 
discharge as a matter of administrative policy at the time, 
rather than a determination that it represented the diagnostic 
reason for her inability to perform her military duties, since 
Adjustment Disorder was not available as a valid narrative 
reason during the period in question. As such, we agree with 
the opinion and recommendation of DPSOR to change the 
applicant’s narrative reason for separation to “Secretarial 
Authority” along with the corresponding SPD code of “KFF.” 
Therefore, we recommend the applicant’s record be corrected as 
indicated below. 

 

4. Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to 
demonstrate the existence of error or injustice in regard to a 
change in the applicant’s RE code. The Board took notice of the 
applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of this 
portion of her application; however, the Board majority agrees 
with the opinions and recommendations of the Air Force offices 
of primary responsibility and adopts the rationale expressed as 
the basis for their conclusion the applicant has not been the 
victim of an error or injustice concerning her RE code. 
Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, the Board 
majority finds no basis to recommend granting the relief sought 
in this portion of the application. 

 

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RECOMMENDATION OF THE BOARD: 

 

The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air 
Force relating to APPLICANT, be corrected to show that on 
10 Nov 01, she was discharged under the provisions of AFI 36-
3208, (Secretarial Authority), with a separation code of “KFF.” 

 

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The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket 
Number BC-2012-03017 in Executive Session on 26 Feb 13, under 
the provisions of AFI 36-2603: 

 

 

 

 

All members voted to correct the records, as recommended. 
However, by a majority vote, the Board recommended denial of a 
change to the reentry code. XXXX voted to correct this portion 


of the application and has submitted a Minority Report. 
Although, XXXX chaired the panel, in view of his untimely death, 
XXXX has signed as Acting Panel Chair. The following 
documentary evidence pertaining to AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2012-
03017 was considered: 

 

 Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 6 Jul 12. 

 Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records. 

 Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPSOA, dated 28 Aug 12. 

 Exhibit D. Letter, AFPC/DPSOR, dated 16 Oct 12. 

 Exhibit E. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 30 Oct 12. 

 Exhibit F. Letter, Minority Report, dated 15 Mar 13. 

 

 

 

 

 Acting Panel Chair 

 

 


 

 

 

MEMORANDUM FOR THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, AIR FORCE BOARD 

 FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS 

 

SUBJECT: Minority Report – XXXXXXX, Docket Number: BC-2012-03017 

 

 The majority of the panel recommends denial of the applicant's request that her reentry 
code of 2C be changed to an eligible code. I disagree with the Board majority and believe that 
the evidence presented is sufficient to show the applicant could have been the victim of an error 
or an injustice. 

 

The Board majority opines the applicant's reentry code was justified based on the 
circumstances of her separation. Nonetheless, I vote to grant the applicant's request because the 
fact remains that she was allowed to reenlist on 7 Nov 00 after her first term. In August 01, she 
hit the roughest point in her career and was diagnosed with an Adjustment Disorder with 
Depressed Mood, Occupational Problem, and Partner Relational Problem. She admits she was 
struggling with depression based upon a variety of stressors to include relocating, toddler, 
pregnancy, deployment and marriage. In Nov 01 she was honorably discharged by reason of 
"Personality Disorder." AFPC/DPSOR has admitted that her discharge reason for separation and 
the corresponding separation code should be corrected. To take it one step farther, the reentry 
code also needs to be corrected based upon the same reasoning. I remind you she was initially 
allowed to reenlist based on her behavior during her first term. While she elected to leave the 
Air Force, I do not feel she should be penalized for an adjustment disorder especially if she has 
been able to resolve the issues which forced her to leave. I think she should be allowed to have 
the opportunity to reenlist and, if found fit, be allowed to continue her career. 

 

Therefore, in an effort to remove any possibility of an injustice to the applicant, I believe 
her reentry code should also be changed and she should be afforded the opportunity to continue 
her career in the Air Force. 

 

 

 

 

 Acting Panel Chair 

 

 


 

 

 

AFBCMR BC-2012-03017 

 

 

 

 

 

MEMORANDUM FOR THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, AIR FORCE BOARD 

 FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS (AFBCMR) 

 

SUBJECT: XXXXXXX, AFBCMR Docket Number: BC-2012-03017 

 

 I have carefully considered the rationale of the Board majority; however, I adopt the 
minority recommendation to grant the applicant’s request to upgrade her reentry (RE) code. 

 

 While the assigned RE code may have been appropriate at the time to identify the 
circumstances of her separation, I do not believe she should have to continue to suffer its adverse 
effects. In this respect, I note that while the applicant may have experienced a period of 
maladjustment in dealing with multiple stressors, if she has been able to resolve those issues, 
I believe she should be afforded a second chance to serve. Therefore, it is my decision that her 
RE code should be changed to 3K. RE code 3K is a code that can be waived for prior service 
enlistment consideration, provided the applicant meets all other requirements for enlistment 
under an existing prior service program. Whether or not she is successful will depend on the 
needs of the service and in no way guarantees that she will be allowed to return to any branch of 
the service. 

 

 

 

 

 Director 

 Air Force Review Boards Agency 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

AFBCMR BC-2012-03017 

 

 

 

 

MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF STAFF 

 

 Having received and considered the recommendation of the Air Force Board for 
Correction of Military Records and under the authority of Section 1552, Title 10, United States 
Code, it is directed that: 

 

 The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to 
XXXXXXX, XXXXXXX, be corrected to show that on 10 November 2001, she was discharged 
under the provisions of AFI 36-3208, (Secretarial Authority), with a separation code of “KFF,” 
and reentry code of “3K.” 

 

 

 

 

 Director 

 Air Force Review Boards Agency