DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF NAVAL RECORDS
2 NAVY ANNEX
WASHINGTON DC 20370-5100
ELP
Docket No. 574-01
16 May 2001
Dear
This is in reference to your application for correction of your naval
record pursuant to the provisions of Title 10, United States Code, Section
1552.
A three—member panel for the Board for Correction of Navy Records, sitting
in executive session, considered your application on 9 May 2001. Your
allegations of error and injustice were reviewed in accordance with
administrative regulations and procedures applicable to the proceedings of
this Board. Documentary material considered by the Board consisted of your
application, together with all material submitted in support thereof, your
naval record and applicable statutes, regulations and policies.
After careful and conscientious consideration of the entire record, the
Board found that the evidence submitted was insufficient to establish the
existence of probable material error or injustice.
The Board found you enlisted in the Navy on 27 October 1998 for four years
at age 17. The record reflects that on 30 October 1998 you were admitted
to a naval hospital after you attempted suicide by superficially
lacerating your wrists. The hospital treatment summary noted that two
weeks prior to your enlistment, you learned that your girlfriend was
pregnant. In an effort to gain attention and be discharged, you inflicted
a number of superficial cuts on both wrists. You were found sitting on the
floor of a restroom weeping, and were then brought to the emergency room
for a psychiatric admission. You were diagnosed with an adjustment
disorder with depressed mood and dependent traits. You were considered to
be a potential risk for further harm to yourself if retained, and an entry
level separation was recommended.
On 4 November 1998 you were notified that administrative separation was
being considered by reason of convenience of the
government as evidenced by an adjustment disorder. You were advised of your
procedural rights, declined to consult with legal counsel or submit a
statement in own behalf, and waived the right to have your case reviewed by
the general court—martial convening authority. On 5 November1998 the
discharge authority directed an uncharacterized entry level separation by
reason of erroneous entry. You were so discharged on 10 November 1998 and
assigned an RE-4 reenlistment code.
Regulations authorize the assignment of an RE-4 reenlistment code to
individuals discharged by reason of erroneous entry. The Board noted your
contentions to the effect that prior to reporting to recruit training, you
learned of your girlfriend’s pregnancy and it impacted on your self-
confidence. You stated you were never told what to expect in recruit
training, but after three days you knew it was not for you. However, you
now regret the actions which led to your discharge. The Navy views with
grave concern those who make suicidal gestures. The Board noted the
aggravating factor that there is no guarantee that you would not act in the
same manner if faced with a similar situation or if the demands of military
service became too unpleasant. The Board concluded you were a potential
risk for harm to yourself or others if retained, the assignment of an RE-4
reenlistment code was proper and no change is warranted. Accordingly, your
application has been denied. The names and votes of the members of the
panel will be furnished upon request.
It is regretted that the circumstances of your case are such that favorable
action cannot be taken. You are entitled to have the Board reconsider its
decision upon submission of new and material evidence or other matter not
previously considered by the Board. In this regard, it is important to keep
in mind that a presumption of regularity attaches to all official records.
Consequently, when applying for a correction of an official naval record,
the burden is on the applicant to demonstrate the existence of probable
material error or injustice.
Sincerely,
W. DEAN PFEIFFER
Executive Director
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