NAVY | DRB | 2013_Navy | ND1300529
Considering his honorable service before being held by civilian authorities, and after reviewing the facts, circumstances, substantial post-discharge documentation, and unique elements of this case, the NDRB determined that relief is warranted with an upgrade in the characterization of service to Honorable and a change in the Narrative Reason for Separation to Secretarial Authority. Therefore, the awarded characterization of service shall and the narrative reason for separation shall change...
USMC | DRB | 2015_Marine | MD1501252
Based on a civilian arrest for first degree murder, his command administratively processed him for separation. Although the Applicant contends that he was a good Marine, he was arrested and separated from military service based on charges of first degree murder which reflects poorly on the Marine Corps and constitutes a significant departure from the conduct expected of members of the Naval Service thus warranting a discharge characterization of Under Other Than Honorable Conditions. ”...
NAVY | DRB | 2015_Navy | ND1501072
Based on the offenses committed by the Applicant, command administratively processed for separation. Therefore, the awarded characterization of service shall remain UNDER OTHER THAN HONORABLE CONDITIONS and the narrative reason for separation shall remain MISCONDUCT. ” Additional Reviews : After a document review has been conducted, former members are eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided the application is received at the NDRB within 15 years of the Applicant’s date of discharge.
NAVY | DRB | 2012_Navy | ND1201786
Representation: By a vote of the Characterization shall .By a vote of the Narrative Reason shall .Discussion The NDRB, under its responsibility to examine the propriety and equity of an Applicant’s discharge, is authorized to change the character of service and the reason for discharge if such change is warranted.In reviewing discharges, the Board presumes regularity in the conduct of governmental affairs unless there is substantial credible evidence to rebut the presumption, to include...
USMC | DRB | 2011_Marine | MD1101915
Considering all of the circumstances and records, the characterization of service of Under Other Than Honorable Conditions and narrative reason for separation of Misconduct - Commission of a Serious Offense was warranted. ” Additional Reviews : After a document review has been conducted, former members are eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided the application is received at the NDRB within 15 years of the Applicant’s date of discharge. Additionally, the NDRB has no authority...
USMC | DRB | 2015_Marine | MD1501095
Based on the offenses committed by the Applicant, his command administratively processed him for separation. ” Additional Reviews : After a document review has been conducted, former members are eligible for a personal appearance hearing, provided the application is received at the NDRB within 15 years of the Applicant’s date of discharge. There is no requirement or law that grants recharacterization solely on the issue of obtaining veterans benefits and this issue does not serve to...
NAVY | DRB | 2014_Navy | ND1401444
Based on the Applicant’s civilian conviction, command administratively processed for separation. On 7 December 2009, an Administrative Separation Board voted 3-0 that a preponderance of evidence proved the Applicant’s civilian conviction, that the Applicant should be separated from the Navy, and that he should receive an Under Other Than Honorable Conditions discharge. ” Additional Reviews : After a document review has been conducted, former members are eligible for a personal appearance...
NAVY | DRB | 2008_Navy | ND0800650
The record reflects the Commander, Naval Medical Center, San Diego notified the Applicant of his proposed administrative processing by reason of misconduct due to the civilian conviction and commission of a serious offense. Based on the evidence contained in the record, the Board determined the Applicant received proper notice of administrative separation processing and was provided the opportunity to present his case before an administrative board, but waived that right, thus accepting the...
NAVY | DRB | 2012_Navy | ND1200807
The NDRB acknowledges his innocence of the civilian charge of murder, however, from his DD Form 214, it appears the Navy referred charges to a Special or General Court-Martial, likely for the charge of violating UCMJ Article 86 (Absence without leave). 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2012_Navy | ND1201881
Types of Documents Submitted/reviewedRelated to Military Service: DD 214:Service/Medical Record:Other Records: Related to Post-Service Period: Employment: Finances: Education/Training: Health/Medical Records: Rehabilitation/Treatment: Criminal Records: Personal Documentation: Community Service: References: Department of VA letter: Other Documentation: Additional Statements:From Applicant: From/To Representation:From/ToCongress member: DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD...