NAVY | DRB | 2002_Navy | ND02-00972
he Applicant’s conduct, which forms the primary basis for determining the character of service, reflects his disobedience of the orders and directives that regulate good order and discipline in the naval service, and falls short of that required for a fully honorable characterization of service. Evidence of continuing educational pursuits, a positive employment record, documentation of community service, and certification of non-involvement with civil authorities, are examples of verifiable...
NAVY | DRB | 2010_Navy | ND1001198
However, in her service record is an Administrative Remarks page dated 28 September 2007 in which her command, in accordance with OPNAVINST 5350.4C, afforded her the opportunity to receive treatment for any drug addiction she may have. ” 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...
NAVY | DRB | 2014_Navy | ND1400566
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1.The Applicant contends his command conspired against him to ensure he could not self-refer his substance abuse problem so they could punish and punitively discharge him.2. 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,...
NAVY | DRB | 2009_Navy | ND0900146
The Applicant was unable during any of these proceedings to convince either his CO or the ASB he either didn’t knowingly use cocaine or the lab test was in error. Especially found credible was the testimony of Mr. S. that the Applicant could have taken cocaine on the Friday or Saturday preceding the urinalysis and still tested positive at the levels indicated in the drug test administered on 14 November 2006. The NDRB determined the awarded discharge characterization was appropriate and an...
NAVY | DRB | 2007_Navy | ND0700899
” 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. 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. Board Membership: The names and votes of the members of the Board are...
NAVY | DRB | 2013_Navy | ND1301831
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1.The Applicant contends her discharge notice said that she was to receive treatment if she was determined to be drug/alcohol dependent, and yet she never received this treatment, which would have been considered a treatment failure and not misconduct. Relief denied.Summary: After a thorough review of the available evidence, to include the Applicant’s summary of service, record...
USMC | DRB | 2006_Marine | MD0601156
Complete Service Record: YES Complete Medical Record: YESComplete Discharge Package: YESRegarding propriety, the Board found the discharge: PROPER Regarding equity, the Board found the discharge: EQUITABLE By a vote of the Characterization shall UNDER OTHER THAN HONORABLE CONDITIONS By a vote of the Narrative Reason shall MISCONDUCT Applicant’s Issues, as summarized by the Board: 1. Elements of Discharge: [INVOLUNTARY] Date Notified: 20050307Basis for Discharge: DUE TO Least Favorable...
NAVY | DRB | 2004_Navy | ND04-01202
The Applicant requests the characterization of service received at the time of discharge be changed to honorable and the reason for discharge be changed. PART I - APPLICANT’S ISSUES AND DOCUMENTATION 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.
NAVY | DRB | 2011_Navy | ND1100216
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues 1. After thorough examination of the supporting documentation submitted by the Applicant and the evidence presented at the hearing, the Board determined that commendable post-service conduct was indicative of the Applicant’s character, thereby providing a basis for which partial relief could be granted. ” Additional Reviews : After a document review has been conducted, former...
USMC | DRB | 2010_Marine | MD1002107
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYNAVAL DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD (NDRB) DISCHARGE REVIEW DECISIONAL DOCUMENTApplicant’s Issues Decisional issues:The Applicant and her counsel contend the following issues resulted in an improper discharge and an inequitable discharge characterization of service: (1) the Applicant should have been medically discharged with disability; (2) the Applicant’s new chain of command refused medical care and broke all contact with the medical staff; (3) the chain of command...