PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION
PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE
PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW
PART IV - INFORMATION FOR THE APPLICANT
USMC | DRB | 2001_Marine | MD01-01101
MD01-01101 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 010814, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to honorable. The Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB) also advised that the board first conducts a documentary review prior to any personal appearance hearing. 960702: Applicant advised of his rights and having elected not to consult with counsel certified under UCMJ Article 27B, elected to waive all rights.960703: Commanding...
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00643
It would also decrease the amount of Federal Un/Subsidized Loans taken in the pursuit of my education and career goals.In light of the fact that I am currently a Disabled Veteran receiving V A Disability Compensation for Service Connected injuries incurred in the military while on active duty; I am requesting an expedited review and upgrade of my discharge status. After a review of the Former Service Members (FSM) DD Form 293 Application for the Naval Discharge Review Board of Discharge or...
NAVY | DRB | 2004_Navy | ND04-00617
ND04-00617 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20040303. The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. In short, I feel that an upgrade to “honorable” would be consistent with the life I live today, and would be an investment that would enable me to be worth more to my country, as I look to the future with restored vision.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00406
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, no impropriety or inequity in the characterization of the Applicant’s service was discovered by the NDRB. I was discharged from the United States Marine Corps on June 16, 2000 with an Other Than Honorable Discharge, because of the results of a positive drug test.
USMC | DRB | 2003_Marine | MD03-00499
MD03-00499 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20030203. The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable or general/under honorable conditions. However, the NDRB is authorized to consider outstanding post-service factors in the recharacterization of a discharge, to the extent that such matters provide a basis for a more thorough understanding of the Applicant’s performance and conduct...
NAVY | DRB | 2000_Navy | ND00-00417
PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION I am hoping that the past mistakes I've made can be forgiven and I am granted I new lease on life so that I can make things better for my two children and myself. You may view DoD Directive 1332.28 and other Decisional Documents by going online at " afls14.jag.af.mil ".The names, and votes of the members of the Board are recorded on the original of this document and may be obtained from the service records by writing to:
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00564
MD02-00564 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review, received 020312, requested that the characterization of service on the discharge be changed to general/under honorable conditions. Bill for college because of the Military Discharge I received. There is no requirement or law that grants recharacterization solely on the issue of obtaining veterans’ benefits and this issue does not serve to provide a foundation upon which the Board can grant relief.
USMC | DRB | 2002_Marine | MD02-00142
Drugs are in no way part of my character make-up.2. During my discharge review board I notice that one of the members on the board was Lt. R_. Appeal denied 930211.930312: Applicant notified of intended recommendation for discharge under other than honorable conditions by reason of misconduct due to drug abuse.930315: Applicant advised of rights and having consulted with counsel certified under UCMJ Article 27B, elected to appear before an Administrative Discharge Board.930316: Commanding...
NAVY | DRB | 2000_Navy | ND00-00061
After a thorough review of the records, supporting documents, facts, and circumstances unique to this case, the Board found that the discharge was proper and equitable (C and D).In response to applicant’s issue 1, the Board has no control over re-enlistment bonuses or the applicant’s credit rating. In response to applicant’s issue 2, the Board found that an Honorable discharge after 36 months on active duty is required for entitlements to benefits under the G.I. At this time, the applicant...
NAVY | DRB | 2004 Marine | MD04-00836
MD04-00836 Applicant’s Request The application for discharge review was received on 20040421. I have two requests from the discharge review board. (f) (1).As the representative, we ask that consideration be given to equitable relief, as this is also a matter that involves a determination whether a discharge should be changed under the equity standards, to include any issue upon which the applicant submits to the Board’s discretionary authority, under SECNAVIST 5420.174C.