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AF | BCMR | CY2013 | BC 2013 05509
Original file (BC 2013 05509.txt) Auto-classification: Denied

RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS


IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2013-05509
		COUNSEL:  NONE
		HEARING DESIRED:  NO


APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His reentry (RE) code of “2C” (Involuntarily separated with an 
honorable discharge; or entry level separation without 
characterization of service) be changed to a code that would 
allow him to reenlist.


APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

He regrets the decision he made to leave the Air Force.  He was 
young and made a childish decision.  He has excelled in the U.S. 
Army and will be a great asset to the Air Force.

In support of the applicant’s appeal, he submits a diploma and 
certificate from the United States Army.

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


STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 7 October 
2008.

The applicant was notified by his commander of his intent to 
recommend that he be discharged from the Air Force under the 
provisions of AFPD 36-32 and AFI 36-3208.  The specific reason 
was a Behavioral Analysis Service (BAS) letter, dated 28 January 
2009, which indicates the applicant was diagnosed with an 
Adjustment Disorder with Depressed Mood.  Because of this 
diagnosis, he did not meet retention standards and his ability 
to function in a military environment was significantly 
impaired.  His diagnosis also disqualified him for the Personnel 
Reliability Program (PRP), security clearance, and weapons 
handling, which did not allow him to continue further training 
in security forces.  It also disqualified him from retention in 
the Air Force.

He was advised of his rights in this matter and waived his right 
to consult with counsel and to submit a statement on his own 
behalf.  In a legal review of the case file, the attorney 
advisor found the case legally sufficient and recommended 
separation.  The discharge authority concurred with the 
recommendation and directed the applicant be discharged.  The 
applicant was discharged on 24 February 2009 with an entry level 
separation.  He served 4 months and 18 days on active duty.


AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AETC/SGPS recommends approval.  SGPS states based on the 
documentation on file in the applicant’s records, they find the 
separation was done in accordance with established policy and 
administrative procedures.  It is unclear how he was cleared to 
enter the Army as the RE codes are the same for all services and 
his 2C code does not allow one to be separated from one branch 
and enter another.  If he obtains a normal evaluation by a board 
certified psychiatrist he could be considered for an Air Force 
waiver.

The SGPS complete evaluation is at Exhibit C.

AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial.  DPSOR states the RE code 2C is 
required based on the entry level separation with 
uncharacterized character of service and the applicant does not 
provide any evidence of an error or injustice in reference to 
his RE code.

The DPSOA complete evaluation is at Exhibit D.


APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

On 8 August 2014, copies of the Air Force evaluations were 
forwarded to the applicant for review and response within 
30 days (Exhibit E).  As of this date, no response has been 
received by this office. 


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.  The 
applicant's complete submission was thoroughly reviewed and his 
contentions were duly noted, to include the differing opinions 
of the Air Force evaluators.  However, we do not find the 
applicant’s assertions and the documentation presented in 
support of his appeal sufficiently persuasive to override the 
rationale provided by AFPC/DPSOA.  Therefore, in the absence of 
evidence to the contrary, we find no 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-2013-05509 in Executive Session on 16 September 2014, 
under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:


The following documentary evidence was considered:

  Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 20 November 2013, w/atchs.
  Exhibit B.  Available Master Personnel Records.
  Exhibit C.  Letter, AETC/SGPS, dated 7 January 2014.
  Exhibit D.  Letter, AFPC/DPSOA, dated 30 January 2014.
  Exhibit E.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 8 August 2014.

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