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NAVY | DRB | 2004 Marine | MD04-01240
Original file (MD04-01240.rtf) Auto-classification: Denied


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

ex-LCpl, USMC
Docket No. MD04-01240

Applicant’s Request
The application for discharge review was received on 20040728. The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable. The Applicant requests a documentary record review. The Applicant did not list any representative on the DD Form 293. Subsequent to the application, the Applicant requested representation from the American Legion.

Decision

A documentary discharge review was conducted in Washington, D.C. on 20050201. 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: UNDER OTHER THAN HONORABLE CONDITIONS/MISCONDUCT, authority: MARCORSEPMAN Par. 6210.6.

PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION


 Issues, as stated

 Applicant’s issues, as stated on the application:

1. “I would like to apologize for not being able to stand in front of the Hearing board. Being incarcerated has made me reflect on many things. One is my crime and the other is the love an enjoyment I had from the Marine Corp. My crime was due from emotion, not being able to deal with people that have no honor or courage. I made two mistakes that day; one, I shouldn’t place myself there. Second, after the guys ran off with my money I drove off with there van. That causes me the Marine Corp.
I love being a Marine. If there was a way for me to do my last two years in the Marine Corp, I will be in with my fellow devil dogs. Nonetheless, while I was in the Marine Corp I done everything to the best of my ability and then some I conducted myself very well in the Marine Corp. I was a Squad leader in Both Boot Camp & MCT. Graduated number 1 in A School has a class one PFT & did my crime on leave and I didn’t hurt no one. If I have not done what I did. I was still a good Marine.
I ask for my discharge to be upgraded to honorable. I am in college, Been through Angry Management class, among sever other classes that this institution offers that will make me a better man. I would like a copy of my SRB and my training jacket or the address of where I would be able to achieve these documents. Thank you for your time in this matter. Looking forward for your reply.”

No issues were submitted by the Applicant’s representative.
Documentation
In addition to the service record, the following additional documentation, submitted by the Applicant, was considered:
Applicant’s DD Form 149(JF)

PART II - SUMMARY OF SERVICE

 Prior Service (component, dates of service, type of discharge):
         Active: None
         Inactive: USMCR(J)                980630 - 990220  COG

 Period of Service Under Review :
Date of Enlistment: 990221               Date of Discharge: 011223

 Length of Service (years, months, days):

         Active: 02 10 03 (Does not exclude lost time)
         Inactive: None

 Age at Entry: 19                          Years Contracted: 5

 Education Level: 10                        AFQT: 32

 Highest Rank: LCpl                         MOS: 6287

 Final Enlisted Performance Evaluation Averages (number of marks):

 Proficiency: 4.6 (7)                       Conduct: 4.4 (7)

 Military Decorations: None

 Unit/Campaign/Service Awards: SSDR, CC, MM, CA, MRB

 Days of Unauthorized Absence: 44

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

UNDER OTHER THAN HONORABLE CONDITIONS/MISCONDUCT, authority: MARCORSEPMAN Par. 6210.6.

 Chronological Listing of Significant Service Events :
001107:  IHCA.

001222:  From civilian authorities, to duty.

 010725:  Applicant notified of intended recommendation for discharge under other than honorable conditions by reason of misconduct due to the commission of a serious offense as evidenced by an arrest on 001102 for seizing control of a motor vehicle owned by another individual by means of violence and assaulting that individual.
010803:  Applicant advised of rights and having consulted with counsel certified under UCMJ Article 27B, elected to appear before an Administrative Discharge Board.
011109:  Applicant’s statement to the CG.

 011127:  Applicant modified his exercise of rights and withdrew his request to appear before an Administrative Discharge Board.

011203:  Commanding Officer recommended discharge under other than honorable conditions by reason of misconduct due to the commission of a serious offense.

011213:  SJA review determined the case sufficient in law and fact.

011213:  GCMCA [CG, 2d MAW] directed the Applicant's discharge under other than honorable conditions by reason of misconduct due to the commission of a serious offense.

PART III – RATIONALE FOR DECISION AND PERTINENT REGULATION/LAW

Discussion

The Applicant was discharged on 20011223 under other than honorable conditions for misconduct due to the commission of a serious offense (A and B). The Board presumed regularity in the conduct of governmental affairs (C). 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 (D and E).

Issue 1. A characterization of service of under other than honorable conditions is warranted when the member's conduct constitutes a significant departure from that expected of a Marine. T he Applicant’s service was marred by his arrest for taking another person’s vehicle and assaulting that person. His actions during this incident are considered a serious offense under the UCMJ. The Applicant’s conduct, which forms the primary basis for determining the character of his service, reflects his disobedience of the orders and directives which regulate good order and discipline in the naval service, and falls short of that required for an honorable or under honorable (general) characterization of service. An upgrade is inappropriate. Relief denied.

The Applicant’s discharge characterization accurately reflects his service to his country. Normally, to permit relief, an inequity or impropriety must have existed during the period of enlistment in question. No such inequity or impropriety is evident during the Applicant’s enlistment. Additionally, 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. Relief not warranted.

The Applicant is reminded that he remains eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided an application is received, at the NDRB, within 15 years from the date of his discharge. Representation at a personal appearance hearing is recommended but not required.














Pertinent Regulation/Law (at time of discharge)

 A. Paragraph 6210, MISCONDUCT of the Marine Corps Separation and Retirement Manual, (MCO P1900.16E), effective 01 September 2001 until Present.

B. The Manual for Courts-Martial authorizes the award of a punitive discharge if adjudged as part of the sentence upon conviction by a special or general court-martial for violation of the UCMJ, Article 122, robbery; and Article 128, assault.
C. Secretary of the Navy Instruction 5420.174D of 22 December 2004, Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB) Procedures and Standards, Part II, AUTHORITY/POLICY FOR DEPARTMENTAL DISCHARGE REVIEW.

D. Secretary of the Navy Instruction 5420.174D of 22 December 2004, Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB) Procedures and Standards, Part V, Para 502, Propriety .

E. Secretary of the Navy Instruction 5420.174D of 22 December 2004, Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB) Procedures and Standards, Part V, Para 503, Equity .

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 “ http://Boards.law.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:

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


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