USMC | DRB | 2012_Marine | MD1200226
The record did reflect the Applicant failed to meet established height and weight standards after being placed in the weight control program for 13 months. Based on the evidence of record, coupled with the fact that no reason for discharge was contemplated by the command prior to the Applicant’s weight control failure, the NDRB determined the quality of the Applicant’s service met the standards of accepted conduct and performance of duty for military personnel. Since full relief had been...
USMC | DRB | 2007_Marine | MD0700997
After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Medical and Service Record Entries, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found that Summary of ServicePrior Service: Inactive: USMCR (DEP)20000923 - 20010710Active: Period of Service Under Review: Date of Enlistment: 20010711Years Contracted:Date of Discharge:20040326Length of Service: 02 Yrs 08Mths15 DysLost Time:Days UA: Days Confined: Education Level:Age at...
USMC | DRB | 2005_Marine | MD0501233
over maximum allowable weight and given a weight loss goal of 3 lbs. The Applicant’s conduct, which forms the primary basis for determining the character of his service, reflects his willful failure to meet the requirements of his contract with the Marine Corps and falls short of that required for an upgrade of his characterization of service. The Applicant further contends that after his brother’s death in November 1997, the Applicant became depressed and “failed to care about the Marine...
USMC | DRB | 2006_Marine | MD0601151
You have four months from this date to reduce your weight to 214 lbs, or below and/or reduce your body fat to 18% or below; however you may also raise your PFT to a first class score while maintaining 22% or less body fat percentage within the time period to be removed from the program. Elements of Discharge: [INVOLUNTARY] Date Notified: 20050615Basis for Discharge:WEIGHT CONTROL FAILURELeast Favorable Characterization: Commanding Officer’s Intended Recommendation: Record Supports Narrative...
USMC | DRB | 2007_Marine | MD0700014
The Board found no evidence to suggest the Applicant’s discharge was not proper.Issue 2 (Equity): Regulations state that separations initiated within the entry level period (first 180 days of service) will normally be characterized as “Uncharacterized.” The Board found no evidence in the record or the documentation submitted by the applicant that identifiedexceptional circumstances that may warrant an honorable discharge. After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the...
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0901528
The majority of the Board opined that had the Applicant given a reasonable effort, the command would have discharged her due to weight control failure or based on a recommendation from the Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) due to the injury; both of which would have rated an Honorable discharge based on her service record. Relief denied.Summary: After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s summary of service, medical and record entries, and discharge process,...
USMC | DRB | 1999_Marine | MD99-00989
Corrective actions explained, sources of assistance provided, disciplinary and discharge warning issued.950216: Weight evaluation: Weight 208 pounds. Specifically, the applicant had two instances of misconduct, counseling for negotiating worthless checks (in Aug 95) and CO’s NJP for using provoking words and conduct unbecoming a US Marine (in Mar 95). Regardless of any medical injury, the applicant was still required to keep within body fat standards.
USMC | DRB | 2009_Marine | MD0901646
Relief denied.Summary: After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s summary of service, record entries, and discharge process, the Board found Therefore, the awarded characterization of service shall and the narrative reason for separation shall remain .The Applicant remains eligible for a personal appearance hearing for a period of fifteen years from the date of discharge. ” Additional Reviews : After a document review has been conducted, former members are...
USMC | DRB | 2006_Marine | MD0600904
Chronological Listing of Significant Service Events :941105: Reenlisted this date for a term of 4 years.950607: Applicant’s Reporting Senior and Reviewing Officer reported approved alternate weight standard of 218 pounds on Applicant’s fitness report for period 950301 – 950403.960108: Applicant’s Reporting Senior and Reviewing Officer reported approved alternate weight standard of 220 pounds on Applicant’s fitness report for period 950403 – 960108.960208: Applicant referred to Credentialed...
USMC | DRB | 2008_Marine | MD0801070
By a vote of the Narrative Reason shall PATTERN OF MISCONDUCT.Discussion :().The Applicant implies he was not responsible for his behavior since he was suffering from both Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Depression at the time of his misconduct. After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s Summary of Service, Record, Discharge Process and evidence submitted by the Applicant, the Board found ADDENDUM: Information for the Applicant Complaint Procedures : If...