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AF | BCMR | CY2013 | BC 2013 03529
Original file (BC 2013 03529.txt) Auto-classification: Denied

RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS


IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2013-03529
		COUNSEL:  NONE
		HEARING DESIRED:  NO

________________________________________________________________
_

APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

Her entry level separation be changed to general (under 
honorable conditions).

________________________________________________________________
_

APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

She believes her discharge should reflect the correct character 
of her service which is general (under honorable conditions).

In support of the applicant’s appeal, she provides a signed and 
unsigned copy of her DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or 
Discharge from Active Duty.

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

________________________________________________________________
_

STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 31 January 
1996.

The applicant was notified by her commander of her intent to 
recommend that she be discharged from the Air Force under the 
provisions of AFI 36-3208 (Entry Level Performance and Conduct).  
The specific reason is that on 19 June 1996, the applicant was 
diagnosed as having an adjustment disorder so severe that her 
ability to function effectively in the military environment was 
significantly impaired.  A Community Mental Health Service 
report reflects the applicant was seen for depression.  She 
reported experiencing depression and anxiety and desired to be 
discharged from the military.  It was reported that she had been 
released from one service school due to her inability to meet 
course standards.  Additionally, she reported experiencing 
similar difficulty with testing anxiety and preoccupation with 
financial and family stressors.  It was recommended the 
applicant be separated from the Air Force.

She was advised of her rights in this matter and waived her 
right to consult with counsel and elected to waive her right to 
submit a statement on her own behalf.  In a legal review of the 
case file, the 81st TRW/JA found the case legally sufficient and 
recommended discharge.  The discharge authority concurred with 
the recommendation and directed the applicant be discharged.  
The applicant was discharged on 29 August 1996 with an entry 
level separation.  She served 6 months and 29 days on active 
duty.

The applicant provided additional documentation indicating while 
she was in the Air Force her father was terminally ill.  She 
wanted to be out of the Air Force to care for her father.  She 
further states she loves her country and desires her record 
changed (Exhibit C).

________________________________________________________________
_

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 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 governing 
instructions and within the commander’s discretionary authority.  
Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary we find 
not basis to recommend granting the relief sought in this 
application.

________________________________________________________________
_

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.

________________________________________________________________
_





The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket 
Number BC-2013-03529 in Executive Session on 22 May 2014, under 
the provisions of AFI 36-2603:


The following documentary evidence was considered:

   Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 19 July 2013, w/atchs.
   Exhibit B.  DD Form 214, DD Form 215 and Discharge Package.
   Exhibit C.  Letter, Applicant, dated 18 April 2014.





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