RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF: 	DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2014-00970
			COUNSEL:  NONE
			HEARING DESIRED:  NO 


APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His Reentry (RE) code of 2C which denotes “Involuntarily 
separated with an honorable discharge; or entry level separation 
without characterization of service” be changed to allow him to 
reenlist in the Air Force.


APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

He was misdiagnosed with an adjustment disorder which resulted 
in his involuntary separation from the Air Force.  

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


STATEMENT OF FACTS:

On 13 Nov 12, the applicant entered the Regular Air Force 

According to a Behavioral Analysis Service letter dated 18 Dec 
12, the applicant expressed low-level depressive symptoms 
secondary to the military environment.  He asserted impairment 
across diverse domains of functioning, including loss of 
interest in daily activities, impaired energy level, depressed 
mood, and sporadic appetite. The applicant stated that he lacked 
the motivation to complete Basic military Training (BMT).  He 
was diagnosed with Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental 
Disorders (DSM-IV), Axis I – Adjustment Disorder with Depressed 
Mood.

On 10 Jan 13, his commander recommended he be given an entry 
level discharge for mental disorders under the provisions of 
AFPD 36-32, Military Retirements and Separations, and AFI 36-
3208, Administrative Separation of Airmen, Chapter 5, Section 
5B, Involuntary Convenience of the Government, Paragraph 5.11, 
Conditions that Interfere with Military Service, specifically 
Paragraph 5.11.9, under Mental Disorders.  The commander stated 
the condition prevented the applicant from successfully 
completing BMT.  The basis for his recommendation was the mental 
condition significantly impaired his ability to function in the 
military because of its severity.  He acknowledged receipt of 
the notification, declined counsel and waived his right to 
submit a statement.        

On 14 Jan 13, his administrative separation was approved.   

On 15 Jan 13, the applicant received an uncharacterized 
discharge with a separation code of JFY (adjustment disorder) 
and RE code of 2C.  He was credited with 2 months and 3 days of 
active service.   


AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPSOR recommends denial indicating there is no evidence of 
an error or an injustice.  The applicant was separated from the 
Air Force on 15 Jan 13 under the provisions of AFI 36-3208, 
Administrative Separation of Airmen (Conditions that Interfere 
with Military Service), with an entry level separation.  His 
mental health evaluation stated his diagnosis did not meet 
retention standards for continued military service.  It also 
stated his condition was so severe that his ability to function 
effectively in a military environment was significantly 
impaired.  Because of this, he was processed for immediate 
discharge.  

Airmen are given an entry-level separation/uncharacterized 
service characterization when separation is initiated in the 
first 180 days of continuous active service.  The Department of 
Defense (DoD) determined if a member served less than 180 days 
of continuous service, it would be unfair to the member and the 
service to characterize their limited service.  Therefore, the 
separation code and the narrative reason for separation 
indicated on his DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or 
Discharge from Active Duty, are correct and IAW DoD and Air 
Force instructions.  

The complete DPSOR evaluation is at Exhibit C.

AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial indicating there is no evidence of 
an error or an injustice.  On 15 Jan 13, the applicant received 
an entry level separation with an uncharacterized character of 
service for an adjustment disorder.  He received an RE code of 
2C, as required by AFI 36-2606, Reenlistments in the USAF, 
chapter 5.  The RE code 2C is required based on the entry level 
separation with an uncharacterized character of service.  The 
applicant does not provide any evidence of an error or injustice 
in reference to his RE code.    

The complete DPSOA evaluation is at Exhibit D.

AETC/SGPS recommends denial indicating there is no evidence of 
an error or an injustice.  On 18 Dec 12, the applicant entered 
medical hold after two weeks of basic training.  His complaints 
included loss of interest in daily activities, low energy level, 
depression with loss of appetite, and no motivation to complete 
BMT.  He was diagnosed with an adjustment disorder which does 
not meet accession standards, so it was recommended he receive 
an entry level separation.  He stated he understood the 
diagnoses and treatment plan and was subsequently processed for 
separation.  Based on the documentation in the applicant’s 
records, he was found medically disqualified for military 
service; the separation was done IAW established policy and 
administrative procedures.  

The complete SGPS evaluation is at Exhibit E.


APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

Copies of the Air Force evaluation(s) were forwarded to the 
applicant on 20 Jun 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 error or injustice.  We took notice 
of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of 
the case; however, we agree with the opinions and 
recommendations of the Air Force office of primary 
responsibility and adopt their rationale as the basis for our 
conclusion the applicant has not been the victim of an error or 
injustice.  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 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 documentary evidence pertaining to AFBCMR Docket 
Number BC-2014-00970 was considered:

	Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 3 Mar 14, w/atchs.
	Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
	Exhibit C.  Memorandum, AFPC/DPSOR, dated 15 Apr 14.
	Exhibit D.  Memorandum, AFPC/DPSOA, dated 20 May 14.
	Exhibit E.  Memorandum, AETC/SGPS, dated 10 Jun 14.
	Exhibit F.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 20 Jun 14.