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APPLICANT'S ISSUE AND THE HOARD'S DECISIOYAL RATIONAL .4M DISCUSSFD ON 711C ATACHED AIR  FORCE DISCtUR6E R6VLtU. BOARD DEC ISION4L RATIONALE 

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Case heard  in Washington, D.C. 

Advise applicant of the decision of the Board, the right to a personal appearance withtwithout  counsel, and the right to submit an 
application to the Ab'BCMR 

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SKC'HETARV OF TllE AIR  FORCE PERSONNEL  COIJNCIL 
AIK YORCF. DISCIIARCE REVIEW BOARD 
1535 COMMAND DR, EE WING,3RD FLOOR 
ANDREWS AFB, MD 20762-7001 

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AIR FORCE DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD DECISIONAL RATIONALE 

CASE NUMBER 

FD-2005-00390 

GENERAL:  The applicant appeals to change the reason and authority for discharge. 

The applicant was offered a personal appearance before the Discharge Review Board (DRB) but declined to 
exercise this right. 

The attached brief contains available pertinent data on the applicant and the factors leading to the discharge. 

FINDINGS:  Change of reason and authority for discharge is denied. 

The  Board  finds  that  neither  the  evidence  of  record  nor  that  provided  by  the  applicant  substantiates  an 
inequity or impropriety that would justify  a change of discharge. 

ISSUE: 

Applicant contends discharge was inequitable because it was too harsh.  He contends that he thought that he 
was receiving a "Hardship"  discharge versus a "Personality Disorder" discharge and believes this was a 
punishment for requesting early release.  The Board was sympathetic due to the tragic loss of applicant's 
sister and the hardships his family was experiencing.  A records review was completed and there was no 
evidence in his records indicating that he was pursuing a hardship discharge.  However, the records review 
did indicate applicant was referred to Life Skills Support Center for counseling and treatment.  He was 
placed on trial antidepressants and was required to attend Mood Management classes.  The records further 
indicated applicant failed to finish his classes, stopped taking the prescribed medication, and refused further 
assistance from the treatment facility.  As a result, adjustment disorder was the basis for his discharge.  The 
Board concluded the misconduct was a significant departure from conduct expected of all military members. 
The characterization of the discharge received by the applicant was found to be appropriate. 

CONCLUSIONS:  The  Discharge  Review  Board  concludes  that  the  discharge  was  consistent  with  the 
procedural  and  substantive  requirements  of  the  discharge  regulation  and  was  within  the  discretion  of  the 
discharge authority and that the applicant was provided full administrative due process. 

In view of the foregoing findings, the Board further concludes that there exists no legal or equitable basis for 
upgrade of discharge, thus the applicant's discharge should not be changed. 

Attachment: 
Examiner's Brief 

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE 

AIR FORCE DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD 

ANDREWS AFB,  MD 

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(Former A1C)  (HGH A1C) 

1.  MATTER UNDER REVIEW:  Appl rec'd  a HON Disch fr Minot AFB, ND on 23 Mar 05 UP 
AFI 36-3208, para 5.11.9.3 (Adjustment Disorder).  Appeals for a Change in Reason 
and Authority for Discharge. 

2.  BACKGROUND: 

a. DOB: 12 Sep 83.  Enlmt Age: 18 8/12.  Disch Age: 21 6/12. Educ: HS DIPL. 
AFQT: N/A.  A-57,  E-54,  G-46,  M-43. PAFSC: 3P051 -  Security Forces Journeyman. 
DAS: 11 May 03. 

b.  Prior Sv: (1) AFRes 29 May 02 -  02 Dec 02  ( 6  months 4 days) (Inactive) . 

3.  SERVICE UNDER REVIEW: 

a.  Enlisted as AB 3 Dec 02 for 4 yrs. Svd: 02 Yrs 03 Mo 21 Das, all AMS. 

b.  Grade Status:  A1C -  3 Apr 04 
A m  -  3 Jun 03 

c.  Time Lost:  None. 

d ,   Art15's:  None. 

e.  Additional: LOR, 25 JAN 05 -  Failure to go and failure to obey an order 

or regulation. 

f.  CM:  None. 

g *  Record of SV: 03 Dec 02 -  03 Aug 04  Minot AFB  5  (Initial) 

h.  Awards &  Decs:  AFOUA, NDSM, AFTR, GWOTSM. 

i.  Stmt of Sv:  TMS:  (02) Yrs  ( 0 9 )   Mos  (23) Das 
TAMS:  (02) Yrs  (03) Mos  (21) Das 

4.  BASIS ADVANCED  FOR REVIEW:  Appln  (DD Fm 293) dtd 17 Oct 05. 

(Change the Reason and Authority for Discharge) 

ISSUES ATTACHED TO BRIEF. 

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1. Applicant's Issues. 
2. DD Form 214. 
3. Certificate of Completion. 
4. Two Certificates of  Recognition. 
5. Letter of Appreciation. 

October 3,2005 

TO:  Board for Correction of Alr Force Records 

SAFJMRBR 
550-C Street West,  Suite 40 
Randolph AFB,  TX 781504742 

RE:  Correctlon of DD-214 

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On March 23,  2005 I was  released from active duty in the United States Air  Force 
after two years and three plus months of service on what I believed was golng to 
be termed for Hardship reasons.  Last month, when applying for a Fire Fighter 
positlon it was pointed out to me that my Reason for Separation was Personality 
Disorder and Separation Code JFX.  This had gone unnoticed as I was focused on 
the Character of Service,  Honorable,  I believe the two items should be changed 
to the followlng - Reason for Separation,  Hardship and Separation Code,  MBA, 
based on the followlng. 

: and her friend were killed In a vehicle accident while both iikirig'rn the 

In January of 2003,  during my flfth week of basic tralnlng,  my sistet!----------i 
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Coast Guard.  My sister's  unlt had been called up,  and was to be leavlng the 
following week with her Port Securlty Unit 313 to Iraq,  I was told of thls 
accident in a phone call the morning following this tragic event.  I was granted 
four days leave In order that I could attend my slstefs funeral. 

I decided that I was going to try and do my best to accept the reallty of my 
slstefs death and sewe in the Alr Force,  in order that I might honor my slster's 
memory.  I tried to flll the vold I felt by immersing niyself in work,  I n  May of 
2003 my father,  who is an Qfftcer in the Coast Guard Reserves, was called to 
active duty and deployed overseas for nlne months. 

My mother has been taking It the worst of all and was experiencing extreme 
depression.  She always let it be known,  that she really needed me home with 
the family to help as we transillon through this difftcult period in our lives.  We 
all realize that we will never be the same after thls,  but I feel that we 

desperately needed to be together In order to ssuppott one another,  and thls Is 
why I requested an early release. 

At work I always dld the best I could In performance of my duties.  I received 
A l m n  of the Month,  Airman of the Quarter and Almlan of the Year from Bravo 
Fllght, 5'  Securlty Forces Squadron.  My performances were never questioned.  I 
was never Involved wlth any dlsclpline issues and was consistently a top 
performer in all asslgnrnents given to me. 

I am currently enrolled In college full time and will have my Bachelors Degree In 
two more years as I completed almost a year and a half of college whlle in the 
Alr  Force. 

I belleve that with the sections Reason for Separation,  Personality Disorder and 
Separation Code,  :IW,  I am belng punished for requesting an early release from 
service In order to help my farr~lly through these dlfflcult times.  1 also belleve 
that these codes on my DD-214 will have a negative effect on my wanting to 
serve the publlc as a Flre Flghter. 
Based on the above, that I feel are valld reasons,  I respectfully request that my 
DD-214 be amended to - Reason for Separation,  Hardship and Separation Code, 
MBA. 

Thank you in advance for your consideration In this matter. 

, Respectfully, 
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Enclosures (4) 

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FOR 

ECEADQUARTERS STH BOMB WIN% (ACC) 
MINOT AKR FORCE BASE, NORTH DAKOTA 

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FROM:  5 SFS/CC 
SUBJECT: Letter of Notification - MI 36-3208, Para 5.1 1.9.3 

1.  I am recommending your discharge fiorn  the United States Air Force for mental disorder, 
specifically adjustment disorder.  The authority for this action is AFPD 36-32, Military 
Retirements and Separations, 14 Jul93, and AFI 36-3208, Administrative Separation of Airmen, 
9 Jul04, Chapter 5, Section B, Paragraph 5.1 1.9.3.  If my recommendation if approved, your 
discharge will be characterized as honorable.  I recommend your discharge be characterized as 
an honorable. 

2.  My reason for this mental disorder action is:  On 18 Feb 05, you were diagnosed with an 
adjustment disorder that renden you unfit for duty.  Your long-standing disorder of character, 
behavior, and adaptability is of such severity so as to preclude you fiom adequate military service. 
Based on this diagnosis and the adverse effect this disorder has had on your duty performance, you 
are subject to discharge pursuant to paragraph 5.1 1,9.3, of AFI 36-3208,  (Atch 1) 

3,  My reason for this action is:  Between 1 Oct 04 to 1 Nov 04, you were involved in a situation 
that appeared to be illegal.  Your actions during the subsequent investigation, perceived 
deliberate omissions and obfuscation, also brought your integrity into question.  Additionally, on 
17 Jan 05, you reported one hour late for duty.  You received a Letter of Reprimand on 25 Jan 
05.  An Unfavorable Information File was established. 

4.  The Letter of Notification with attachments will be forwarded to the separation authority in 
support of this recommendation. The commander exercising Special Court Martial jurisdiction, 
5 BWICC, or a higher authority will decide whether you will be discharged or retained in the Air 
Force.  Lf you are discharged you will be ineligible for reenlistment in the Air Force.  Any special 
pay, bonuses, or education assistance may be subject to recoupment. 

5.  You have the right to consult counsel.  Military lqgiiig~w$l-h~s been obtained to assist you. 
I have made an appointment for you to consult Capti 
300 Summit Drive, Room 306A, 
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i h e a  Defense Counsel, at 
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6.  You have the right to submit statements on your own behalf.  Any statements you want the 
separation authority to consider must reach me by Me, hours, on . 
2005, 
unless you tquest and rcceive an extension for good cause shown.  I will then send them to the 
separation authority, 

1 S  MAR 

7.  If you fail to consult legal counsel or to submit statements on your own behalf, your failure 
will constitute a waiver of your right to do so. 

8.  You have been scheduled for a medical examination.  You must report to the 5th Medical 
Group Hospital, 10 Missile Avenue, Minot AFB, ND; 
drink alcoholic beverages 72 hours prior to the exam. 

for the examination  You must not 

9,  Any personal infoxmation you fuxnish in rebuttal is covered by the Privacy Act Statement of 
1974.  A copy of MI 36-3208 is available for your use in the 'Orderly Room. 

10.  S i p  the attached acknowledgment and Statement of Understanding and return them to ma 
immediately. 

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Attachments: 
1.  Receipt of Letter of Notification 
2.  Statement of Understanding 
3.  Recommendation for Administrative Separation Letter, 18 Feb 05 
4.  AF Form 1058, Unfavorable Wormation File, 26 Jan 05 
5.  Letter of Reprimand, 25 Jan 05