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USMC | DRB | 2007_Marine | MD0700265
Original file (MD0700265.rtf) Auto-classification: Denied
ex-, USMC
MD07-00265
Current Discharge and Applicant’s Request
Application Received: 20061227   Characterization Received: UNDER OTHER THAN HONORABLE
Narrative Reason: MISCONDUCT DRUG ABUSE (administrative discharge board required by waived)      Authority: MARCORSEPMAN 6210.5

 Applicant’s Request:      Characterization change to:
                           Narrative Reason change to:
Applicant’s Issues:       1. Reenlistment Opportunities - Equity
                           2. Veterans Benefits (Medical issue with shoulder) - Equity

Decision

 By a vote of the Characterization shall .     
By a vote of the Narrative Reason shall MISCONDUCT DRUG ABUSE

Date: 20 070927 Location: Washington D.C. The Board found that

Discussion

 Issue(s) 1 and 2 : either which the Board cannot form the basis of relief for the Applicant, or the Board does not have the authority to grant the relief for which the Applicant petitioned. The Applicant is directed to the Addendum regarding .

Summary of Service

Prior Service:
 Inactive: USMCR (DEP)     19910223 - 19910312              Active:         
Period of Service Under Review:
 Date of Enlistment: 19910313               Years Contracted : ; Extension:          Date of Discharge: 19930930
Length of Service : 02 Yrs 06 Mths 18 D ys          Lost Time : Days UA: 3 Days Confine d :
Education Level:         Age at Enlistment:       AFQT: 73          MOS: 1833 Highest Rank:
Proficiency/Conduct marks (# of occasions):      3.7 ( 10 ) / 3.3 ( 10 )   Fitness reports :
Awards and Decorations ( per DD 214): RIFLE EXPERT BADGE (2 ND AWARD), NATIONAL DEFENSE SERVICE MEDAL, SEA SERVICE DEPLOYMENT RIBBON, LETTER OF APPRECIATION, MERITORIOUS MAST

Medical/Service Record Entries Related to Characterization of Service or Basis for Discharge

 19930409 :        CO's NJP -- Viol UCMJ Art. 86 - Unauthorized a bsence 0800, 19930327 to 0800, 19930328 ( 1 /dy). Awarded - FOP ( $ 233.00 ) for ( 2 months) suspended for 2 months ; Restr for ( 20 days); Extra duties ( 20 days) .
19930421:        CO's NJP -- Viol UCMJ Art. 112a – At CamPen, or in the surrounding community, within seven days prior to 19930303, did use cocaine; Viol UCMJ Art. 112a – At CamPen, or in the surrounding community, within seven days prior to 19930330, did use cocaine . Awarded - FOP ($ 456.00 ) for ( 2 months) 1 month suspended for 3 months ; RIR ( E-2 ); Restr for ( 45 days); Extra duties ( 45 days).
19930423:        NJP imposed and suspended on 19930409 for a period of 6 months vacated.
19930803:        CO's NJP -- Viol UCMJ Art. 86 - Unauthorized absence 0801, 19930522 to 2240, 19930524 ( 2 /dys); viol UCMJ Art. 92 – Disobey MCO P5300.12 by refusing to take a command directed urinalysis; viol UCMJ Art. 92 – Disobey the lawful order of 1stSgt T. J. F_ by refusing to take a unit sweep urinalysis; viol UCMJ Art. 112a – At CamPen, or in the surrounding community, within 7 days prior to 19930602,did use cocaine; viol UCMJ Art. 92 – Fail to obey AO 11101.1 by having a female guest in his BEQ room during unauthorized hours. Awarded - FOP ($ 400.00 ) for ( 2 months) 1 month suspended for 6 months ; RIR ( E-1 ); Restr for ( 60 days).
Discharge Process

 Date Notified:   19930823
Basis for Discharge:      DUE TO:
        
Least Favorable Characterization:       
Commanding Officer’s Intended Recommendation:   

Date Applicant Responded to Notification:                  19930824
Rights Elected at Notification:
         Consult with Counsel                      
         Obtain Copies of Documents               
         Submit Statement(s) (date)                        
         Administrative Board                      

Commanding Officer Recommendation (date):        ( 19930823 )
SJA review (date):       ( 19930830 )
Separation Authority (date):     COMMANDING GENERAL, 1 ST Marine Division ( 19930910 )
Basis for discharge directed:   DUE TO:
Characterization directed:     
Date Applicant Discharged:       19930930

Types of Documents Submitted by Applicant and Considered By Board

 Related to Military Service:      Service and/or Medical Record:            Other Records:

Related to Post-Service Period:         
         Employment:                        Finances:                          Education:               
         Health/Medical Records:                   Substance Abuse:                           Criminal Records:       
         Family/Personal Status:                   Community Service:                References:              
        
Additional Statements From Applicant:    From Representative:
Other Documentation (Describe)

Pertinent Regulation/Law

 A. Paragraph 6210, Misconduct , of the Marine Corps Separation and Retirement Manual, (MCO P1900.16D), effective 27 Jun 89 until 17 Aug 95.

B. Secretary of the Navy Instruction 5420.174D of 22 December 2004, Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB) Procedures and Standards, Part II, Para 211, Regularity of Government Affairs , Part V, Para 502, Propriety and Para 503, Equity .

C. 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 92 (Disobeyed a lawful order) and 112a (Wrongful use of a controlled substance).

ADDENDUM: Information for the Applicant

 Complaint Procedures : 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 Instruction 1332.28, you may submit a complaint in accordance with Enclosure (5) of that Instruction to the Joint Service Review Activity, OUSD (P&R) PI-LP, The Pentagon, Washington, DC 20301-4000. You should read Enclosure (5) of the Instruction 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 Instruction 1332.28 and other Decisional Documents by going online at “ http://Boards.law.af.mil . ”

Additional Reviews : Subsequent to a document review, former members are eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided the application is received at the NDRB within 15 years from the date of discharge. The Applicant can provide documentation to support any claims of post-service accomplishments or any additional evidence related to this discharge. Representation at a personal appearance hearing is recommended but not required. If a former member has been discharged for more than 15 years, has already been granted a personal appearance hearing or has otherwise exhausted his opportunities before the NDRB, the Applicant may petition the Board for Correction of Naval Records (BCNR), 2 Navy Annex, Washington, DC 20370-5100 for further review.

 Service Benefits: The Veterans Administration determines eligibility for post-service benefits, not the Naval Discharge Review Board. 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.
Employment/Educational Opportunities : The Board has no authority to upgrade a discharge for the sole purpose of enhancing employment or educational opportunities. Regulations limit the Board’s review to a determination of the propriety and equity of the discharge.

Reenlistment/RE-code: Since the NDRB has no jurisdiction over reenlistment, reentry, or reinstatement into the Navy, Marine Corps, or any other of the Armed Forces, the NDRB is not authorized to change a reenlistment code. Only the Board for Correction of Naval Records (BCNR) can make changes to reenlistment codes. Additionally, the Board has no authority to upgrade a discharge for the sole purpose of enhancing reenlistment opportunities. An unfavorable “RE” code is, in itself, not a bar to reenlistment. A request for a waiver can be submitted during the processing of a formal application for reenlistment through a recruiter.
Medical Conditions and Misconduct : DoD disability regulations do not preclude a disciplinary separation. Appropriate regulations stipulate that separations for misconduct take precedence over potential separations for other reasons. Whenever a member is being processed through the Physical Evaluation Board, and subsequently is processed for an administrative involuntary separation for misconduct, the disability evaluation is suspended. The Physical Evaluation Board case remains in suspense pending the outcome of the non-disability proceedings. If the action includes either a punitive or administrative discharge for misconduct, the medical board report is filed in the member’s terminated health record. Additionally, the NDRB does not have the authority to change a narrative reason for separation to one indicating a medical disability or “PTSD.” Only the Board for Correction of Naval Records can grant this type of narrative reason change.

Automatic Upgrades - 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 Naval service. The NDRB is authorized to consider post-service factors in the recharacterization of a discharge to the extent such matters provide a basis for a more thorough understanding of the Applicant’s performance and conduct during the period of service under review. Examples of documentation that may be provided to the Board include proof of educational pursuits, verifiable employment records, documentation of community service, credible evidence of a substance free lifestyle and certification of non-involvement with civil authorities.

Issues Concerning Bad-Conduct Discharges (BCD ) – Because relevant and material facts stated in a court-martial specification are presumed by the NDRB to be established facts, issues relating to the Applicant’s innocence of charges for which he was found guilty cannot form a basis for relief. With respect to a discharge adjudged by a court-martial, the action of the NDRB is restricted to upgrades based on clemency. Clemency is an act of leniency that reduces the severity of the punishment imposed.

Board Membership: 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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