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AF | BCMR | CY2014 | BC 2014 00785
Original file (BC 2014 00785.txt) Auto-classification: Denied
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS


IN THE MATTER OF: 	DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2014-00785

			COUNSEL:  NONE

			HEARING DESIRED:  NO 


APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His Reentry (RE) code “4C” (Separated for concealment of 
juvenile records, minority, failure to meet physical standards 
for enlistment, failure to attain a 9.0 reading grade level as 
measured by the Air Force Reading Abilities Test (AFRAT), or 
void enlistments.) be changed to allow reentry into the Air 
Force.


APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

His medical records do not show any history of corneal ectasia 
as stated for his discharge.

In support of his request, the applicant has submitted a letter 
of support from his Congressman and copies of eye exams dated 
prior to enlistment, while at the Military Entrance Processing 
Station(MEPS) as well as after discharge.   

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


STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant initially entered the Regular Air Force on 13 Aug 
13.

On 17 Sep 13, the applicant was notified by his commander of his 
intent to discharge him for erroneous enlistment under the 
provisions of AFI 36-3208, Administrative Separation of Airmen, 
Chapter 5, Section C, Defective Enlistments, paragraph 5.14.  
The commander based these recommendations on a medical narrative 
which stated the applicant did not meet the minimum medical 
standards to enlist.  The applicant acknowledged notification on 
the same date and waived his rights to counsel and to submit a 
statement on his behalf.  He acknowledged if approved he would 
not be entitled to disability, retirement or severance pay. 

On 19 Sep 13, the discharge authority approved the separation 
and directed an Uncharacterized entry level separation.

On 20 Sep 13, the applicant was furnished an Uncharacterized 
entry level separation, and was credited with 1 month, and 8 
days of active service.   

The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are 
contained in the memorandums prepared by the Air Force office of 
primary responsibility (OPR), which is attached at Exhibits C, 
D, and E.    


AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

HQ AETC/SGPS recommends denial indicating that based on the 
documentation on file and subsequent civilian examination the 
recommendation for separation was done in accordance with 
established policy and procedures.  

AETC/SGPS complete evaluation is at Exhibit C.

AFPC/DPSOR recommends denial indicating there is no evidence of 
an error or an injustice.  Based on the documentation on file in 
the records, the discharge to include the SPD code, narrative 
reason for separation, and character of service were consistent 
with the procedural and substantive requirements of the 
discharge regulation.  

AFPC/DPSOR complete evaluation is at Exhibit D.

AFPC/DPSOA states the applicant received an erroneous RE code of 
4C and will provide a corrected copy of his DD Form 214 
reflecting the correct RE code of “2C” (Involuntarily separated 
with an honorable discharge; or entry level separation without 
characterization of service).  

AFPC/DPSOA complete evaluation is at Exhibit E.


APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

Copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to the 
applicant on 22 Sep 14 for review and comment within 30 days 
(Exhibit F).  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 timely filed.

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 agree with the opinion and 
recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility 
(OPR) and adopt its rationale as the basis for our conclusion 
the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice.  
We note, however, the Air Force OPR will correct the applicant’s 
record to reflect the correct RE code of “2C” and we agree with 
this correction.  Therefore, we find no basis to recommend 
granting relief beyond that rendered administratively.


THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:

The applicant be notified the evidence presented did not 
demonstrate the existence of material 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-2014-00785 in Executive Session on 16 Dec 14 under the 
provisions of AFI 36-2603:

	, Panel Chair
	, Member
	, Member

The following documentary evidence was considered:

	Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 20 Jan 14, w/atchs.
	Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
	Exhibit C.  Memorandum, HQ AETC/SGPS, dated 3 Mar 14.
	Exhibit D.  Memorandum, AFPC/ DPSOR, dated 5 Mar 14. 
	Exhibit E.  Memorandum, AFPC/ DPSOA, dated 7 Mar 14.
	Exhibit F.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 22 Sep 14.

						






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