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NAVY | DRB | 2003_Navy | ND03-00485
Original file (ND03-00485.rtf) Auto-classification: Denied


DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
NAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB)
 DISCHARGE REVIEW
DECISIONAL DOCUMENT

ex-SN, USN
Docket No. ND03-00485

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. The Applicant requests a documentary record discharge review. The Applicant did not list any representative on the DD Form 293.

Decision

A documentary discharge review was conducted in Washington, D.C. on 20031229. 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. The Board’s vote was unanimous that the character of the discharge shall not change. The discharge shall remain: GENERAL (UNDER HONORABLE CONDITIONS)/MISCONDUCT, authority: NAVMILPERSMAN, Article 1910-144 (formerly 3630610). Applicant discharged in absentia.

PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION

 Issues, as stated Applicant’s issues, as stated on the application:1. “Using GI Bill for schooling and to gain employment in field of special education with autistic children” Documentation In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:Applicant’s DD Form 214Character reference, dated December 13, 2002Character reference, dated December 15, 2002Character reference, dated January 5, 2003Character reference, dated January 6, 2003Character reference, dated January 9, 2003

PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge):      Inactive: None
         Active: None

 Period of Service Under Review :
Date of Enlistment: 960823               Date of Discharge: 990426

 Length of Service (years, months, days):

         Active: 02 05 05         Does not exclude lost time
         Inactive: None

 Age at Entry: 26                          Years Contracted: 8

 Education Level: 12                        AFQT: 24

 Highest Rate: SN

 Final Enlisted Performance Evaluation Averages (number of marks):

 Performance: NMF                           Behavior: NMF             OTA: 3.33

 Military Decorations: None

 Unit/Campaign/Service Awards: NDSM, BEA

 Days of Unauthorized Absence: 81

 Character, Narrative Reason, and Authority of Discharge (at time of issuance):

GENERAL (UNDER HONORABLE CONDITIONS), authority: MILPERSMAN, Article 1910-144 (formerly 3630610).

 Chronological Listing of Significant Service Events :

961122:  Applicant ordered to active duty.

 981211:  Civil Conviction: Virginia Beach Traffic Court for violation of reckless driving and driving on a revoked license.
 Sentence: Prison for 12 months.
990205:  Applicant in hands of civilian authorities 0700, 990205.

990408:  Commanding Officer recommended discharge with a general (under honorable conditions) by reason of misconduct due to commission of a serious offense and misconduct due to civil conviction.

990423:  Commander, Navy Region, Mid-Atlantic, Norfolk, VA directed the Applicant's discharge with a general (under honorable conditions) by reason of misconduct due to civil conviction. Applicant discharged in absentia.

Partial discharge package missing.

PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW

Discussion

The Applicant was discharged, in absentia, on 19990426 with a characterization of general (under honorable conditions) for misconduct due to civil conviction (A). The Board presumed regularity in the conduct of governmental affairs (B). 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).

 Issue 1: A characterization of service of general (under honorable conditions) is warranted when the member’s conduct constitutes a significant departure from that expected of a Sailor. The Applicant’s service was marred by a civilian conviction for reckless driving and driving on a suspended license. The Applicant’s conduct, which forms the primary basis for determining the character of his service, falls short of that required for an honorable characterization of service. Additionally, the Board has no authority to upgrade a discharge for the sole purpose of enhancing educational benefits or employment opportunities as requested in the issue. Regulations limit the Board’s review to a determination on the propriety and equity of the discharge. In the Applicant’s case, the Board could discern no impropriety or inequity and therefore considered the Applicant’s discharge proper and equitable. Relief denied.

There is no law, or regulation, which provides that an unfavorable discharge may be upgraded based solely on the passage of time, or good conduct in civilian life, subsequent to leaving the service. 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 during the period of service under review. Verifiable proof of any post-service accomplishments must be provided in order for the Applicant to claim post-service conduct and behavior as a reason to upgrade a less than honorable discharge. E vidence of continuing educational pursuits, a positive employment record, and certification of community service and non-involvement with civil authorities are examples of verifiable proof that can be submitted.

The Applicant remains eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided an application is received, at the NDRB, within 15 years from the date of discharge. The Applicant can provide additional documentation to support any claims of post-service accomplishments at that time. Representation at a personal appearance hearing is recommended but not required.






Pertinent Regulation/Law (at time of discharge)

 A. The Naval Military Personnel Manual, (NAVPERS 15560C), Change 21, effective 01 Sep 98 until 15 Sep 99, Article 1910-144 (previously 3630610), Separation by Reason of Misconduct - Civilian Conviction.

B. Secretary of the Navy Instruction 5420.174C of 22 August 1984 (Manual for Discharge Review, 1984), enclosure (1), Chapter 2, AUTHORITY/POLICY FOR DEPARTMENTAL DISCHARGE REVIEW.

C. Secretary of the Navy Instruction 5420.174C of 22 August 1984 (Manual for Discharge Review, 1984), enclosure (1), Chapter 9, paragraph 9.2, PROPRIETY OF THE DISCHARGE.

D. Secretary of the Navy Instruction 5420.174C of 22 August 1984 (Manual for Discharge Review, 1984), enclosure (1), Chapter 9, paragraph 9.3, EQUITY OF THE DISCHARGE.

PART IV - INFORMATION FOR THE APPLICANT
If you believe that the decision in your case is unclear, not responsive to the issues you raised, or does not otherwise comport with the decisional document requirements of DoD Directive 1332.28, you may submit a complaint in accordance with Enclosure (5) of that Directive. You should read Enclosure (5) of the Directive before submitting such a complaint. The complaint procedure does not permit a challenge of the merits of the decision; it is designed solely to ensure that the decisional documents meet applicable requirements for clarity and responsiveness. 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:

                  Naval Council of Personnel Boards
                  Attn: Naval Discharge Review Board
                  720 Kennon Street SE Rm 309
                  Washington Navy Yard DC 20374-5023



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